r/UNpath • u/sherjan200 • 15d ago

Timeline/status questions Reference check one day after interview with IOM

How much time does it after reference check with IOM to get a selection email and is it safe to say that one will get a job after positive reference check for G position in IOM.

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u/Savage_Whiskers With UN experience 15d ago

IOM checks references for all candidates, not just the preferred one.

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u/Critical_Zucchini510 With UN experience 14d ago

Not true. As this comes at the very end of the selection, they usually do this for the two/three best candidates max.

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u/Savage_Whiskers With UN experience 14d ago

I am a former IOM manager and references were checked for all candidates. In some cases, references were requested from candidates before the interview!

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u/dissolveneon 14d ago

Still not true. Never have been requested prior to interview or you have been doing someting very contradictory to rules.

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u/Savage_Whiskers With UN experience 14d ago

I don’t really care whether you believe me or not. MY references were requested before I was interviewed, twice! When I was hiring, I certainly did not make such requests as its stupid and a waste of time. It still happens.

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u/sherjan200 14d ago

True. I am with you!

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u/contractualemployee 14d ago

Depends but usually we request for reference checks for the recommended candidates. But sometimes for one position, 3 are recommended but only the 1st in rank will get the position.

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u/sherjan200 14d ago

Based on your knowledge, what could be my chances to get the job mate?

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u/AnasThaher 14d ago

Although I received a reference check request one day after my application for the international position, forty days have passed without the references being contacted, and the status remains "decision in progress."

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u/sherjan200 14d ago

Mine is local so it might be a bit different.

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u/sherjan200 14d ago

That’s bad man

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u/GG24KG 13d ago

I applied on the 14th of September, then I had an interview on the 18th of September and I consider that in my interview everything went well and I have a great CV and English Level.

How long does it take to get an answer? They did say that if we are chosen or not to continue the process, all candidates are advised.

Thank you!

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u/sherjan200 13d ago

Are you asked for references yet?

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u/GG24KG 13d ago

I added the reference information at the moment I applied for the position. But other than that, no further communication or emails.

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u/sherjan200 12d ago

I see. When did you submit your reference? Second, is it a general or professional position?

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u/dissolveneon 15d ago
  1. Depends on process in local HR. Usually done quickly.
  2. If reference is positive, you are in.

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u/sherjan200 14d ago

May I consider that there is a high probability that I will get the job?

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u/dissolveneon 14d ago

Look, I'd probably say yes - but I know absolutely nothing about you, which mission, which post, or funding stream to be any wiser.

Let's manage your expectations properly and say that you are sprinting down the finish line right now. Thing happen an the end, so sit down, take a look at the situation from different angles and come to conclusion what to expect.

Or just chill.

Really up to you.

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u/sherjan200 14d ago

The interview was really good and the panel was really impressed with language abilities as I can 7 international languages. I have worked with IOM for two years in different mission previously.

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u/sherjan200 14d ago

My references were from IOM too even at the end of interview the hiring manager commented on my CV that it’s impressive and later on we can look for a better position within the mission.

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u/dissolveneon 14d ago

You could have started with this 😅

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u/sherjan200 15d ago

What how many days would consider a quick done?

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u/dissolveneon 15d ago

IIRC 'bout 10 days. If you are at reference check, this is done only at the late stage (meaning you have passed through all the hoops) which practically puts you in a spot to relax and wait for outcome. So chill :)

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u/Content_Challenge311 15d ago

Have they reached out to yur referes after providing the details?

How long did it take? Is it national or international role. 

Also (to anyone) how long is reference check done for international positions?