United Nations International Civil Service

Perceptions, Realities and Career Prospects

Murari R. Sharma and Ajit M. Banerjee

United Nations International Civil Service: Perceptions, Realities and Career Prospects by Murari R. Sharma and Ajit M. Banerjee examines the functioning of the United Nations, assessing its present position in relation to its past performance. The book provides insights into the strengths and weaknesses of the organisation's internal operations and human resource management.

The study identifies strategic challenges in managing the United Nations' workforce and analyses their impact on organisational performance. It proposes measures to improve efficiency and effectiveness, including strengthening key areas, reducing unnecessary expenditure, and eliminating duplication and overlapping responsibilities.

The book also explores and compares best practices followed by national governments in human resource management and administrative reform. It is a useful resource for general readers, students, researchers, and professionals in political science, diplomacy, and international relations.

Key Features

• Examines the functioning and performance of the United Nations.

• Analyses internal operations and human resource management.

• Identifies strategic challenges affecting organisational performance.

• Suggests measures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Discusses administrative reforms and the elimination of duplication and overlapping responsibilities.

• Compares human resource management practices followed by national governments.

• Relevant to students and professionals in political science, diplomacy, and international relations.

Product Details

• Authors: Murari R. Sharma and Ajit M. Banerjee

• Publisher: Academic Foundation

• Publication Date: 1 January 2009

• Language: English

• Format: Hardcover

• Pages: 434

• ISBN-10: 8171887724

• ISBN-13: 9788171887729

• Item Weight: 794 g

• Dimensions: 15.88 × 3.05 × 23.5 cm

• Country of Origin: India