{"id":7226,"date":"2026-01-27T10:00:36","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T10:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/?p=7226"},"modified":"2026-01-27T10:00:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T10:00:40","slug":"hardest-job-interview-questions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/hardest-job-interview-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"The Hardest Interview Questions (and How to Answer Them)"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":30,"featured_media":12933,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,186],"tags":[337],"class_list":["post-7226","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-career-advice","category-interview-tips","tag-interview-questions"],"acf":{"job_search_bottom_form":false,"image":12933,"background":12933,"excerpt":"Worried about being asked some of the hardest interview questions? We've got it covered.","contenttypes":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"","content":"Job interviews can be a challenge. The way you answer the questions matters as much as your experience\u2014and that can make them much trickier. Some of the hardest interview questions seem to have nothing to do with your skills. They aren\u2019t difficult because they are complicated, but because you have to unveil more about your character.<\/span>\r\n\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nLuckily, you don\u2019t have to go through this alone. Here are some tips on\u202fhow to answer the hardest interview questions if you want to\u202f<\/span>get a job in the charity sector<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n "},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"1. Why do you want to work in the charity sector?","content":"

1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Why do you want to work in the charity sector?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nYou can explain that you\u2019ve\u202falways wanted to help people, but if you really want to stand out, then you have to be very specific about it. Tell your interviewer what your contribution to their charity would be, what ideas and strategies you have and why you\u2019re passionate about this particular cause.<\/span>\r\n\r\nFor example, maybe you have a personal story that inspired you to move into the sector or to a specific type of charity.\u202fWhatever your reason, make it explicitly clear that the charity sector is the place for you.<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"single_image","menu_title":"","image":12630,"image_link":"","image_link_new_tab":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"2. Tell\u00a0us about yourself...","content":"

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tell\u00a0us about yourself...<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nThis is the one question that<\/span> most<\/span> job seekers would love to avoid! Talking about <\/span>yourself<\/span> in detail doesn<\/span>\u2019<\/span>t always come naturally and simply <\/span>explaining<\/span> your education, hobbies and work experience isn<\/span>\u2019<\/span>t quite enough. You have to tell the interviewer what you can really bring to the table. <\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
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<\/span>This is <\/span>your<\/span> chance to explain how<\/span><\/span>\u202f<\/span>your skills can help you succeed in the charity sector<\/span>, <\/span><\/span>highlight any <\/span><\/span>volunteer<\/span><\/span><\/a> experience <\/span>you have and<\/span> confirm that you<\/span>\u2019<\/span>re the right person for the role by <\/span>highlighting <\/span>your past successes.<\/span><\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"3. Why do you want to change jobs?","content":"

3. Why do you want to change jobs?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nThis question is crucial, no matter what your last job was. Focus on the positives, like the challenges you\u2019re ready to take on and the strength of your <\/span>transferable skills.<\/span><\/a>\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019ve never worked in the charity sector before, then you should explain why you\u2019re looking to\u202f<\/span>make a career shift now<\/span><\/a>. Whether it\u2019s due to opportunity, recent world events or something that\u2019s happened in your life. This answer could potentially set you apart from other candidates so be prepared to give your interviewer a reason that they\u2019ll remember.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"4.\u00a0What are your weaknesses?","content":"

4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What are your weaknesses?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nWe all have our weaknesses. So when an interviewer asks this question, they want to know whether you<\/span>\u2019<\/span>re able to be honest about your flaws as well as approach them positively.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
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<\/span>However, it<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s important not to overdo it here. Avoid clich<\/span>\u00e9<\/span>s and jokes<\/span>\u2014<\/span>instead, honestly tell them about your weakness<\/span>es<\/span> and how you<\/span>\u2019<\/span>re <\/span>putting<\/span> things in place to turn them into strengths.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n "},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"5.\u202f Where do you see yourself in five years?\u00a0","content":"

5.\u202f\u202f\u202f Where do you see yourself in five years?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nThis can also be translated to \u2018how do you see yourself contributing to this organisation?\u2019. You want to show your potential employers that you\u2019re motivated and career-oriented, so it\u2019s good to be as specific as you can. Talk about certain actions you plan to take or strategies you could implement.<\/span>\r\n\r\nIf you don\u2019t have any ideas yet, do some research. Try to\u202ffind something that can give you a sense of the direction the organisation wants to go in, or how the role you\u2019ve applied for can truly have a positive impact when the people involved are proactive.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"single_image","menu_title":"","image":12087,"image_link":"","image_link_new_tab":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"6.\u202f\u202fWhy should we hire you?\u00a0","content":"

6.\u202f\u202f\u202f Why should we hire you?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nConsider this as your elevator pitch<\/a> and take the opportunity to highlight the skills you have that would be most beneficial for this particular role. Talk about your perception of the charity sector and how you\u2019d like to have an impact\u2014so they know you\u2019re committed to making a difference.<\/span>\r\n\r\nYour main goal here is to distinguish yourself from other candidates, so don\u2019t be afraid of making this answer more personal. If you\u2019ve never worked in the sector before, this is your chance to sell yourself. For example, maybe you have the transferable skills that\u202fthe charity sector needs to harness.<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"7.\u202f When were you most satisfied with your job? ","content":"

7.\u202f\u202f\u202f When were you most satisfied with your job?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nTake your time to answer this question. Think carefully about a few tasks that really motivated you and explain the impact that they had. This question allows you an opportunity to give the interview panel an insight into your interests and\u202fdemonstrate your enthusiasm.<\/span>\r\n\r\nFor example, maybe successfully completing a project brings you the most satisfaction. This shows that you\u2019re a strong and reliable individual, capable of handling tasks on your own. Or maybe working as a part of the team makes you happy. This shows that you\u2019re a good team member and can communicate well.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"8.\u202f What motivates you?\u00a0","content":"

8.\u202f\u202f\u202f What motivates you?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nYour motivation is the reason you\u2019re fuelled with enthusiasm for what you do. It\u2019s about more than the tasks that you\u2019re happy to complete on a daily basis\u2014tell the interviewer about the biggest picture. <\/span>\r\n\r\nTell them how your contribution can genuinely help to make a difference in the lives of others. It\u2019s OK to be bold! Don\u2019t dampen your flame by being reserved about your passion.<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"9.\u202f\u202fWhat did you dislike about your last job?\u00a0","content":"

9.\u202f\u202f\u202fWhat did you dislike about your last job?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nMake sure your answer to this isn\u2019t too negative\u2014it isn\u2019t a good idea to bad mouth your last organisation or any of the people there. <\/span>\r\n\r\nTry to find something that your last workplace didn\u2019t offer but the job you\u2019re applying for would. Perhaps you currently have no opportunity for progression, which this role would provide. Or maybe you didn\u2019t feel like your last role was meaningful or making a difference in the world, but working for a charity would.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"waiting"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"10.\u202f\u202fWhat are you most proud of in your working life? Or, what\u2019s your most significant achievement?\u00a0","content":"

10.\u202f\u202f\u202f What are you most proud of in your working life? Or, what\u2019s your most significant achievement?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nAlthough positive in nature, it\u2019s easy for this one to stump you as it can feel like a trick question, but the interviewer wants to find out more about your values and what\u2019s important to you. The ideal answer would include something that can relate to the role you\u2019re applying for, or at least that uses your transferable skills, and shows that you can overcome obstacles to achieve an excellent result.<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"11.\u202f\u202fCan you work under pressure? How do you respond to stressful situations?\u00a0","content":"

11.<\/span>\u202f\u202f\u202f<\/span> Can you work under pressure? How do you respond to stressful situations?<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\r\nCharities are often trying to do more with less resource, which can result in some pressured situations. Everyone gets stressed out at work sometimes, but <\/span>you need to show that<\/span> you can <\/span>cope and <\/span>remain calm. The best approach will be to give some examples of times you\u2019ve worked under pressure and the actions you took to stay in control.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"12.\u202f\u202fHow do you deal with conflict?\u00a0","content":"

12.\u202f\u202f\u202f How do you deal with conflict?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nExperiencing a level of conflict with co-workers is a normal part of the work environment, so don\u2019t be fooled into thinking you should say it\u2019s never happened to you. But you should demonstrate that you can resolve conflict using your strong communication, listening and <\/span>empathy skills<\/span><\/a> and you can build strong working relationships.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"","content":"

Ready to answer the hardest interview questions?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nWhile these all sound like the hardest interview questions at first, they seem easier when you understand that they\u2019re just trying to discover the pieces of your personality and experience that your CV and cover letter don\u2019t fully express. The key is to remain calm, be honest but positive and take every opportunity offered to showcase your skills.\u202f<\/span>\r\n\r\nReady to tackle the interview? Browse for <\/span>new opportunities<\/span><\/a> in the charity sector.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThis post was originally published by the author in 2020 but has been fully updated by CharityJob to ensure relevance and to reflect the current job seeker experience.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"article_reading_list","menu_title":"","reading_list_title":"Read next","include_articles":[{"articles_link":13869},{"articles_link":14211},{"articles_link":13363}]}],"keyword":"","related_articles":[{"article":14153},{"article":14167},{"article":13454}]},"yoast_head":"\nThe Hardest Interview Questions | CharityJob Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Job interviews can be a challenge. 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