GGST UN Core Values and Competencies 5

Question 1

A UN staff member is asked to work extra hours to meet a critical deadline but receives no additional compensation. The most appropriate response reflecting UN values is to:

Accepted Answer

Fulfill the commitment professionally and raise workload concerns through proper channels afterward

Answer

Professionalism and Accountability require fulfilling obligations during critical periods while addressing workload concerns through legitimate channels.

Question 2

The UN concept of 'Accountability' includes being answerable to whom?

Accepted Answer

To both the organization and the people it serves, including the public

Answer

UN Accountability extends to the organization, its mandates, and ultimately the people the UN is meant to serve worldwide.

Question 3

A staff member who avoids stating opinions in meetings to prevent conflict is most likely lacking in which competency?

Accepted Answer

Communication

Answer

Effective Communication includes the confidence to clearly express views and ideas, even in difficult or sensitive situations.

Question 4

Which scenario best illustrates a conflict between personal interest and the UN value of Integrity?

Accepted Answer

A staff member awards a contract to a vendor in which they hold undisclosed shares

Answer

Awarding a contract to a vendor in which you have an undisclosed financial interest is a direct conflict of interest that violates Integrity.

Question 5

When facing a new digital records management system, a staff member who embodies 'Technological Awareness' would:

Accepted Answer

Attend training, practice with the system, and help colleagues adapt

Answer

Technological Awareness includes embracing new tools, learning to use them effectively, and supporting colleagues in the transition.

GGST - Global General Service Test Practice Test

GGST - Global General Service Test Practice Test

GGST UN Core Values and Competencies 5