I was interviewed for a researcher role. This was a two-stage process - a 30-minute written assessment, and an in-person interview. The written assessment challenging due to content and time limit. The interview panel was welcoming and considerate. After the interview, I felt was heard and was able to express everything that I wanted. I was informed that I did not get the job. When I asked for feedback, my email was ignored. This shows lack of transparency within the recruitment process in relation to external stakeholders. The communication of outcomes and feedback to all interviewed applicants is not merely a recognition of time and efforts that applicants put into, it demonstrates that the organisation assessed and considered each applicant against the job specification and other applicants. This is an important part of being a transparent and accountable organisation.
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motivation for applying and why now; experience developing knowledge products; how to deliver impactful messages across different audiences; working across countries; balancing competing priorities.
I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Practical Action (Dhaka)
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There was a Written test around 1 hour . During that day , also an interview was conducted . After passing that interview , a final interview was conducted . After two weeks , results came out and reference was requested . Then the offer letter was sent
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Business development strategy, fund raising strategy
The interview consisted of a presentation followed by questions. Questions were related to research methodology, sector relevant questions, and safeguarding. The interview lasted for an hour. After this interview, I had another round of informal conversation with my now Line Manager and I was asked questions related to my personal traits.
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How do you ensure safeguarding of vulnerable people in your work as a representative of this organisation?