Environment of fear. - Contracts Manager UNICEF Employee Review

3.0
Sep 8, 2021
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Pros

Great cause and mandate, decent monetary compensation.

Cons

Head quarter locations are full of bullies and abuse of authority. Excessive nepotism and favoritism: carrier paths are not merit based, Colonialist system, Abuse of power, Racial Bias in the working environment, political environment, inefficient, Antiquity and retro mentality. Lots of lip service and window dressing when it comes to staff moral and well being, but no real actions. Issues are always swift under the carpet and the victims are tagged as "trouble makers". Promotions are based on hiring managers' agendas and not staff qualifications. High performers are burned out without any appreciation, meanwhile non-performers who have friends in higher places get promoted.

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5.0
May 15, 2026
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Pros

-great exposure to a UN agency with one of the strongest and clearest mandates

Cons

-the exposure and experience does not make up for the fact that interns are unpaid

4.0
Mar 4, 2026
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Pros

Working at the UN was an amazing experience, being able to take part in such a significant mission was great.

Cons

As I was not a full-time volunteer and was also responsible for fundraising in my territory, I felt that I did not receive the same treatment as the other volunteers. It was a challenging role and experience, and at times it felt like my well-being was not fully considered.

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