How many failures are too many?
Spent years applying, took a few assessment tests, some applications randomly closed and some have been open since years — no results in sight.
Final nail in the coffin — connected with a staff member through a friend, they offered me a consultancy assignment in the first interaction (my experience aligned exactly with their requirements), only for them to get back to me a week later telling me they have decided not to proceed after internal discussions. My fault for being naive enough to think it will work out.
I have always received good feedback from my current colleagues and supervisors. I know my profile meets all requirements for the opportunities in my field. Been trying for years to switch to a higher paying role. But the multilateral space has broken me. I have spent too much time chasing this dream and have decided to give up trying. I’m glad it works out for some people I guess it’s not ever going to be me.