UN Core Values and Competencies Flashcards

A UN staff member receives a request from a government official who is also a family member, asking for preferential access to UN procurement information. Integrity requires the staff member to:

Answer: Refer the official to publicly available information and disclose the relationship to a supervisor

Integrity requires avoiding conflicts of interest and disclosing personal relationships that could influence official conduct.

Which of the following is an example of 'Respect for Diversity' in a UN workplace?

Answer: Adapting communication approaches to be inclusive of varied cultural backgrounds

Respect for Diversity includes adapting behavior and communication to be inclusive of different cultures, backgrounds, and needs.

Effective 'Communication' as a UN competency includes which of the following?

Answer: Listening actively and adapting the message to the audience

Strong communication involves active listening and tailoring messages clearly to suit different audiences and contexts.

A staff member working on a long-term project realizes mid-way that the initial plan is no longer feasible due to new constraints. Which competency guides them to revise the plan proactively?

Answer: Planning and Organizing

Planning and Organizing includes the ability to adjust plans when circumstances change to keep objectives on track.

A staff member who demonstrates 'Commitment to Continuous Learning' would be most likely to:

Answer: Actively seek feedback and pursue training to improve their performance

Commitment to Continuous Learning means consistently seeking growth through feedback, training, and new experiences.

What does 'Professionalism' in the UN context primarily require of General Service staff?

Answer: Demonstrating subject matter expertise, reliability, and a calm manner under pressure

UN Professionalism encompasses subject matter knowledge, reliability, ethical behavior, and composure in difficult situations.

A staff member proactively identifies that a client unit's recurring issue stems from a process gap, and recommends a systemic fix rather than a one-time solution. This reflects which competency?

Answer: Client Orientation combined with Creativity

Addressing root causes proactively to truly serve a client's long-term needs reflects both Client Orientation and Creativity.