Organization of American States Employee Job Reviews in the United States

"I have worked for the Organization of American States (OAS) for 13 years as both a Senior Auditor and Acting Inspector General. The OAS is the world's oldest regional organization with 35 member states. Its main purposes are to promote democracy, human rights, multidimensional security, and integral development. Over the last few years, the organization has experienced severe financial difficulties that resulted in considerable budget cuts. Management was forced to reorganize and instituted a Reduction in Force (RIF). My position was eliminated and I was told that the current Inspector General would assume the function…Additional information is available upon request. In general, the OAS is a good place to work!"

"Great opportunities and career growth. international exposure and visibility with high ranking members of different countries exposing yourself to a wide variety of challenges that allows for personal and professional growth."

"Working at the OAS gave me incredible exposure to international legal fields as well as an understanding of doing business across several jurisdictions. The work environment is very collegial."

What do you like about working at Organization of American States?

"Inspiring boss; Friendly Colleagues; Inspiring Mission; Possibility to Travel and Learn"

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Demonstrate your passion for the region and your knowledge of the region's languages. Dress very smart, it's a very formal place, and smile (really)"

What don't you like about working at Organization of American States?

"The lack of accountability, the slow pace of decisions, the backstabbing, the nepotism"

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Motivate staff by defining clear objectives and making people accountable for achieving them. Eliminating redundancies. Allocate the funds to those units that really deliver and whose mission is key for the Organization as a whole."

"Research assistant and event planning responsibilities in a large international organization."

What do you like about working at Organization of American States?

"Learning about international cooperation and working with people from all over the world."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Multilingual is a plus."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Efficiency."