Frequently Asked Questions
I am currently on special leave without pay and I meet all the eligibility criteria as of the eligibility cut-off date. Can I get a continuing appointment?
Who is eligible for a continuing appointment?
Who can I contact regarding eligibility questions?
Applicants who have questions regarding non-financial eligibility or required supporting documents should contact their Local Administrator. The list of Local Administrators and their contact details is posted on the LPE website. Local Administrators will contact ETS/OHR if necessary.
If the agency/organization that I worked for does not endorse the payment of my LPE registration fee, can I opt to pay the fee myself?
No, individuals may not pay the registration fee directly to the UN to register for LPE.
Are National Professional Officers working at UN Secretariat field missions considered staff members?
Yes, National Professional Officers are considered staff members.
Are civilian police, military observers and members of national military contingents serving in missions considered UN Secretariat staff members?
No, civilian police, military observers and members of national military contingents serving in missions are not considered UN Secretariat staff members.
Are interns of United Nations System considered staff members of United Nations common system?
No, interns are not considered staff members of United Nations system.
Are Junior Professional Officers (JPOs) considered staff members of the UN common system?
Yes, JPOs are staff members of the UN entity that issued their letter of appointment. Therefore, Associate Experts or Junior Professional Officers of the UN Secretariat are considered UNS (internal) staff members. Those working with UNDP or UNICEF for instance are considered staff members of UNDP or UNICEF, external staff for the purposes of the LPE.
Are United Nations Volunteers (UNVs) considered staff members of United Nations Common System?
Yes, UNVs are staff members of the UN Common System, but they are not staff members of the UN Secretariat (UNS). Therefore, they are considered "external applicants" for the purpose of the LPE. Eligible UNVs may be convoked to the LPE as external candidates, only if UNV - Bonn Headquarters endorses and is responsible for payment of the LPE fee.