P-1Staff grades

P-1 grade at United Nations common system

Entry professional

P-1 is the first internationally recruited Professional level in the UN common system.

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Career stageEarly career
Active jobs5

Grade overview

What is P-1?

Grade familyProfessional
CategoryProfessional
Typical experienceUsually 0–2 years
Career stageEarly career

Typical scope

Structured analysis, research and programme support under close supervision.

Experience figures are practical benchmarks, not universal eligibility rules. The vacancy notice always controls, and G, NO and some Field Service roles are locally or nationally recruited.

Current opportunities

Latest P-1 jobs

Active vacancies indexed with this exact grade inside the UN grades system.

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Hiring locations

P-1 jobs by country

Questions answered

What does P-1 mean at United Nations common system?

P-1 is the first internationally recruited Professional level in the UN common system.

How much experience is normally needed for P-1?

Usually 0–2 years. This is an orientation benchmark; the official vacancy's stated requirements control.

Is P-1 a staff grade?

It is part of the staff-grade structure described on this page, subject to the appointment type in the vacancy.