United Nations (UN) CV or Resume Format and Template

In order to apply for a job at the United Nations, the applicant will be required to write a resume or CV based on a specific format and template.

This page contains the standard UN Resume / CV Format for those who want to apply for a job at the United Nations.

Customize your resume in line with the following format before sending it to the United Nations office.

UN Resume or CV Format and Template

1. YOUR PERSONAL DATA
2. YOUR EDUCATION
3. SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES
4. WORK EXPERIENCE (ONLY RELEVANT)
5. PUBLICATIONS
6. LANGUAGES
7. OTHER

1. YOUR PERSONAL DATA

Your Name (Last, First, Middle)

Your Complete Address
City, Region/State, Postal Code

Telephone Number (Please note this number will possibly be used for communication)

E-mail address

Date Of Birth:
Nationality: (Mention all nationalities held in the past)
Gender:
Marital Status:

2. YOUR EDUCATION

List the degree(s) and primary area of study. Write the completion dates in reverse chronological order, the name of the institute along with the city/country from where the degree was obtained.

3. SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES

I. Areas of expertise (be as precise as possible); Finance, Human Resources, IT, Computer, Audit, or Procurement, etc.

II. Credentials or specialized training pertinent to expertise.

III. Computer skills (both hardware and software.)

4. WORK EXPERIENCE (ONLY RELEVANT)

I. Make a section of your work history written in reverse chronological order. Give dates, job title, company name, type of industry, location, area of work, and main tasks performed. Also, provide your salary details for each job.

II. Indicate any managerial and supervisory roles.

III. Include specific achievements and key contributions.

IV. Specify if you have any previous experience at the UN or its sub-organizations.

5. PUBLICATIONS

Give a list of publications, if any (4 in total).

6. LANGUAGES

I. Mother tongue

II. Additional languages: Mention your written and verbal fluency, i.e., fluent/full working knowledge/minimal working knowledge.

7. OTHER

I. Name three referees (with addresses) who are in a position to certify your professional experience and achievements.

II. If any of your relatives are working at a public organization, please mention their name, your relationship with them, and the name of the organization.

III. Point out any restrictions that must be taken into account in connection with your service with the United Nations.

Important Note: Please make sure the following statement should be added to the bottom of the UN resume along with the applicant’s signature and date.

I CONFIRM THAT ALL INFORMATION STATED IN THIS RESUME IS CORRECT AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. I ALLOW THE UNITED NATIONS TO VALIDATE THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS RESUME.

Applicant’s Signature

Applicant’s Name

Dated: July 28, 2023

32 thoughts on “United Nations (UN) CV or Resume Format and Template”

IKENYE ANDREW KARANJA September 30, 2019

I appreciate. An outstanding resume.