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Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Intelligentdude(m): 7:25am On Feb 28, 2018 |
Preparing your CV Before submitting your CV here are a few tips to bear in mind: Ensure that the information you provide is relevant and up to date. Your CV must make your skills and your achievements accessible to the reader. Present your experience and education in reverse chronological order - most recent first. An introductory personal profile that sums up your skills and experience and explains the type of job you are looking for works well. Before submitting your CV here are a few tips to bear in mind: Name, address, contact details (telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) Skills and knowledge Management and other experience Achievements Training and development Highest level of education with Class of Degree The accompanying covering letter should highlight the relevance of your CV, answer points raised in the job advertisement and show enthusiasm for the role. Also,while writing your CV,ensure you use your address in the State you are applying to(eg Lagos address if you are applying to Lagos) If you are more than 27years old,omit your age(unless requested by the company)in your CV(simply put,don't put it) If you have a second class lower in your degree,just write second class Hons(no need writing 2:2 cos you will be screened out outrightly and so you will not have the opportunity to proof yourself) If you have a High 2:1 or a First Class degree,put your CGPA there(beside your name,in your CV).It will make your CV catchy and unique. If you are a fresh graduate and you were(or still are) close to your Head of Department,use him/her as one of your referees. In fact use him/her as your number one referee(this will give credibility to your candidacy). If you can defend your project topic,bravo put it in your CV(It will really go a long way in helping the employer/HR make a quick decision). Also ensure you put the relevant courses you did as an undergraduate student(this applies to Fresh graduates only) 1 Like |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by CaptainStephen(m): 7:38am On Feb 28, 2018 |
Intelligentdude:. " If you have a second class lower in your degree,just write second class Hons(no need writing 2:2 cos you will be screened out outrightly and so you will not have the opportunity to proof yourself)" This is a limited mindset, you don't know what you are doing. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Molly17(f): 11:19am On Feb 28, 2018 |
Intelligentdude:Done.. I hope I get invited!! |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Pojomojo: 5:21pm On Feb 28, 2018 |
We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Accounts Assistant Location: Lagos Job Description Acts as a custodian of the petty cash Reconciles all received cash which have been recorded in the petty cash book, with expenses Processes payment for accounts and issues receipts Keeps records of amount received and paid, and regularly check the cash balance against this record Receives and records cash expense retirement Forwards requisition for reimbursement of expenses made Collates records of petty cash payments in readiness for reimbursement Pays staff cash with approved petty cash requisition Collates and forwards payment vouchers for posting Files all payment and collection documents Responds to queries regarding approvals, payment limits and deadlines for retirements etc Prepares daily and weekly collections and payment reports Requirements, Education and Experience Minimum of OND in Accounting or related discipline is required Minimum of 2 years work experience in similar role Application Closing Date 8th March, 2018. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: recruitment@inlandcontainers.net Using the "Job Title" as the subject of the mail. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 3:41pm On Mar 01, 2018 |
Assistant manager Minimum 2 years experience HND/Degree holders. Excellent communication skills. Cooks Nigerian/ Continental dishes 4 years ex[b]perience Front desk officers[/b] Minimum 2 years experience ND holder Security guards 4 years experience Waiter/waitresses 2 years experience ND holder Housekeepers 2 years experience Account executive Minimum ND in accounting 1year experience Kitchen assistant Minimum 2 years experience Note: All posts require guarantors Applications should be submitted with CV cover letters Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted for a Formal Interview Applications should be submitted with CV cover letters to: Email: jobvacancy018@gmail.com |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 10:31am On Mar 02, 2018 |
Management First - On behalf of our client, an Islamic Private School, we seek to employ an experienced candidate who will show commitment and interest in the job, to fill the position below: Job Title: Receptionist Location: Abuja Employment Contract Type: Permanent Salary Type: Market related Job Description Welcomes visitors by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries. Directs visitors by maintaining employee and department directories; giving instructions. Maintains security by following procedures; monitoring logbook; issuing visitor badges. Maintains safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Candidate Requirements Preferable a Muslim Degree in any discipline Telephone Skills, Verbal Communication, Microsoft Office Skills, Listening, Professionalism, Customer Focus, Organization, Informing Others, Handles Pressure, Phone Skills. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes to: recruitment.managementfirst@gmail.com Note: Management FIRST would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Management FIRST is an equal opportunity employer. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Intelligentdude(m): 10:02am On Mar 03, 2018 |
Gooday, Please I need cvs for Lawyers and IT Network Administrators. 1-3 years experience. Salary is very attractive. Please help circulate amongst your network. Interested applicants who are available to work at short notice in Lagos should send their cvs to; olusholad@Phillipsoutsourcing.net |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Intelligentdude(m): 10:04am On Mar 03, 2018 |
Please, kindly pass to those in search of jobs in the shopping mall sector: Those interested in working with Shoprite's soon to be opened mall in Wuse (Abuja) in May 2018 should apply through recruitmentNG@shoprite.co.za Please make sure that your CV which you send to this email contains an address that shows you are staying around Abuja Copied! |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Adebayomolara(f): 11:52am On Mar 03, 2018 |
Good day everyone, please am based in akure and am looking for any available job for the main time, please if you are a employer or u have someone who can employ me please let me know. I studied microbiology Second class upper God bless. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 12:13pm On Mar 05, 2018 |
Do you know anyone who had worked or still working in hospitality industry, Restaurant or Hotel, looking for job. It is urgent An accountant Kindly send your cv to michaelsamson42@yahoo.com Location:Lagos. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 1:28pm On Mar 05, 2018 |
We are recruiting to fil the position below: Job Title: Refrigerator and Cooling Technician Location: Kaduna Job Description Must have a full knowledge of Refrigerator and Cooling system. Application Closing Date 6th March, 2018. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: cvsvacancies2018@gmail.com |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Intelligentdude(m): 2:57am On Mar 07, 2018 |
Customer Experience Officers (Call Centre) needed Location: Ilupeju, Lagos. *Key Responsibility:* Acting as liaison, providing products/services information, and promptly resolving any emerging problems customers might face. *Method of Application:* Interested candidates should send resumes to jobs@dealdey.com with *DD/Customer Experience Officer* as the email subject on/before *Friday 9th March 2018.* Applications with incorrect email subjects will *not* be reviewed. This recruitment process will be completed within 2 weeks of the closing date of the advert. If you have not been contacted within this period, please assume on this occasion that you have been unsuccessful. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted for interviews. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Intelligentdude(m): 2:58am On Mar 07, 2018 |
Very Urgent Recruitment!!! A top financial institution in ABA is recruiting for DSAs Duties: Central to the responsibilities of the DSAs is to market and convert all taxes within their jurisdiction and follow through to ensure that clients receive original copies of receipts as evidence of payment. Manage pick up of payment instructions from clients and follow up on execution. Manage clients’ relationship – including keeping in constant touch with Tax desk officer of corporate payers. Follow up and convert new leads from CIB and CB RMs Where state IGR payments are involved, the DSAs follow up with the related branches to ensure quick execution and to also ensure the original receipts are collected from the respective Board of Internal Revenue (BIR) offices. Ensure collection of original tax receipts for FIRS and LIRS taxes which involves physical calls to the respective tax stations Deliver original receipts to clients. Attend to complaints and queries raised by clients which may involve generation of TIN and payer identification for clients’ subsidiaries Remuneration Each DSA is paid a commission of 15k/mile on total amount (value) collected. This is 50% of the Bank’s commission assuming all the DSA only collect on FIRS. Interested and qualified candidates should send CVs to recruitment@mactayconsulting.com, using DSA ABA as the subject of the mail. Kindly note that this is urgent as shortlisting starts immediately. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Intelligentdude(m): 3:02am On Mar 07, 2018 |
Hello everyone. There’s a vacancy which needs to be filled immediately. The post of an Account Officer. -Preferably a Female. -Must have B.sc in Accounting or Economics. -Must have completed the NYSC program. -Candidates should send their cv to joshua.anunobi@axispartnersltd.com -Candidates must use the position advertised as the subject of the mail. Thank you. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Intelligentdude(m): 3:03am On Mar 07, 2018 |
*Resourcing Officer* Preferably male. Applications and CV's to: hr@bemilnigeria.com *Human Resource Manager* 3 years experience. CV's and Applications to: team@redwire-group.com *HR Manager* 7 years experience. CV to: career@clicktgi.net *Human Resources Officer * Experience not specified. CV's to: info@olivemultispecialist.com *Human Resource Manager* 5 years experience CV's to: resumes@kimberly-ryan.net using the Job Title as the subject of the mail. *Senior Human Resource Manager* Experienced in payroll CV's to: recruitment@alfred-victoria.com *Head, Human Resources* 7 years experience. Apply here: http://www.acehrconsulting.com/ndesign/page1.php *HR Manager* 4 years experience Location: Abuja Job ref: SM-01 CV's and Cover Letter quoting the "Job Ref and Job Title" to: aduviecollege@edensrpeople.com *HR Manager* Knowledge of labor law and basic HR concepts Apply here: https://hreade.herokuapp.com/jobs/96 *Senior Human Resource Manager* 3 years experience and must know payroll and ATS CV's to: recruitment@alfred-victoria.com *HR Assistant* 2 years experience CV's to: preye@hamiltonlloydandassociates.com kindly make the subject of the mail the job title *Head of Training* 7 years experience. Candidates should be between 35 and 40 preferably. Resume to: recruitment@afos.ng *Customer service* Preferably female. 3 years experience. recruitment@alfred-victoria.com |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 9:42am On Mar 08, 2018 |
I was recently contacted by workforce group to come for documentation at their office for a banking job, I must have applied for it but I can't remember what I applied for, please guys does anyone have any information to give me concerning the nature of the role workforce usually recruit for? |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by aparata: 9:57am On Mar 08, 2018 |
Please is there anything like this for Anambra State? Intelligentdude: |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nduwin(f): 10:57am On Mar 08, 2018 |
Does anyone here know of any reliable outsourcing firm or a recruitment agent that can help end my brother's job hunting? He needs something doing urgently. Details: fresh grad. HND graphics, location is Abuja. Note: the role must not necessarily be related to course of study |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 11:30am On Mar 08, 2018 |
We have urgent vacancies for Regional ICT Support Staff in: (1) Aba (1 location) & (2) Warri (4 locations). KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING i. End point installations and parameters. ii. Software installation and configuration iii. Equipment Installation and Configuration iv. Management of server v. Incident management vi. Management of Power and Network infrastructure Interested and Qualified Candidates should send their CVs using their desired location as the Subject of the email to: recruitment@hdsgroup.com. Interviews will take place in Lagos this week and ONLY Qualified Candidates would be contacted for Induction and resumption immediately. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 12:11pm On Mar 09, 2018 |
WAEC/JAMB Instructor Subject Areas Government Geography Economics Christain Religiuos Studies Civic Education AccountingData Processing Home ManagementPhysics Agricultural Science Job Description Contact each student and welcome them to the course Contact individual students who have not completed the work in due date Closely monitor students’ progress relative to their individual course schedule Monitor end dates to ensure students are staying on track in the course, and proactively contact the student and lead teacher or if concerns arise or if an extension is recommended Providing motivating, timely and constructive, feedback for student assignment Provide motivating comments and constructive feedback for each assessment item Communicate effectively with students at different technology skill levels to support instruction and advance educational goal Hold regular scheduled office hours each week via online meeting software and ensure that students unable to attend these sessions have access to recorded meetings Respond to student inquiries, questions and request for help regardless of the medium: email, chat, etc. Manage and communicate effectively via the telephone, email, and the message centre/discussion board Keep accurate and organized records Work with other staff and faculty in a cooperative, professional atmosphere Effectively review courses on an as – needed to manner to ensure accurate and current content/assessment Participate in faculty meetings, hardware, software and educational training sessions as scheduled. Minimum Requirement Candidates must be graduates with First class or Second class Upper honours. IELTS and TOEFL certificate(s) is an added advantage. Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, teaching skills, time management and organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and English proficiency. Online teachers should also be punctual, patient, friendly, reliable, creative, energetic and work well independently. Method of Application Applicants should send their CV's with a comprehensive cover letter's to: jobs@idmanninstitute.com with the "Instructor" as the subject of the letter. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 12:49pm On Mar 09, 2018 |
Personal AssitantLOCATION: LAGOS REQUIREMENTS: - Female, 18 – 25years of age - Degree or HND in any business administration discipline, mass communication, or office technology - Outstanding business communication skill - Efficiency in Office Management and general administrative support functions - Proficiency in graphics and other Computer office applications - Compensation negotiable HOW TO APPLY Interested and qualified candidates should submit hardcopy of their CV and handwritten application letter with 1 recent passport photograph to: The Registrar/CEO Chartered Institute of Administration National Secretariat No 78 Old Ojo Road Kuje Amuwo Off Badagry Expressway Lagos State. APPLICATION CLOSING DATE 22nd March, 2018. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 12:53pm On Mar 09, 2018 |
A reputable Montessori School, is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below: Job Title: Graduate Trainee (Montessori Directress) Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos Background Our client has given us the task to source graduate trainees who are very passionate about children and believe that they have been “called” to “teach”. She should be extremely comfortable to direct children in a Christian school environment. She should also be self-motivated to use initiative and excellent communication skills. The client's school is located in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos State. Applicants should reside in areas within close proximity to this location. Job Summary/Overview The Graduate Trainee (Montessori Directress) is a guide who helps direct her students’ development and activities across all domains of development in accordance with biblical and Montessori principles for the age group in which they are assigned. She will be expected to be: Highly intelligent Experienced with/passionate about children Well organized Proactive Innovative Creative with leadership qualities Required Qualifications & Experience Must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Education or a post-graduate degree in Education from an accredited College or University if the Bachelor's degree is not in Education. Demonstrate a proficient level of comfort with technology and computer literacy, having a basic proficiency in the use of digital tools for document processing, planning, keeping records and communicating with others. Minimum of 1 year working experience in a structured organization. Must have the the ability to work effectively and communicate clearly with children. Must have an extremely good command of both spoken and written English Language. Must be genuinely passionate about Children and believe teaching is in alignment with her purpose/calling. Personal Attributes Required: Maintain high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity, in attitude, speech, and actions toward others in personal and professional matters. Has sufficient knowledge and understanding of the Christian philosophy of education, and the role of education in nation building, and is therefore able to identify with and find fulfillment to educate the total child for God and for humanity. Has a conviction that God has called him/her to Christian school ministry. Exhibits the ability to learn, form concepts, understand and reason (including the capacities to recognize patters, comprehend ideas, plan, solve problems and use language with clear diction to communicate. Exhibits high Executive Function. Executive function is a set of mental skills that help people get things done. They help you: manage time to meet deadlines, create/maintain systems to organize information, create plans to achieve a goal, be persistent in accomplishing the set goals, and revise those plans in the face of obstacles/new information/mistakes. These skills also include the ability to self-regulate, use initiative and meets every day stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism. Is creative, exhibiting the ability to generate a fluency of productive ideas. This ability allows a teacher to spontaneously generate ideas for lessons, identify opportunities and resources in the environment to meet learning objectives, and adapt teaching to the emerging needs of the children in his/her class. Is curious, being interested naturally and enthusiastic in seeking out new ideas and insights and therefore able to drive her own development and that of the school. Communicative Qualities: Is an excellent communicator able to express, receive and utilize information and ideas orally and in writing in order to foster pleasing and fruitful communication with relevant audiences (children, staff and parents). Has a wealth of information and knowledge of subject matter concepts and socio-cultural issues locally and globally to be a good resource to the children she teaches. Is confident and exudes same in interactions with others, particularly existing and prospective families. Her non-verbal communication (including appearance, confidence, body language) reflects grace, good etiquette and courtesy. Physical Qualities: Has good stamina, exhibiting the ability to lift a child without getting winded, ability to transition from standing to sitting continuously for a whole day, ability to move quickly. Has good eyesight and peripheral vision, thus being able to see most of her classroom and the children’s activities even while focused on an activity or child. Application Closing Date 23rd March, 2018. Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should: Send me a dm Note The school is located in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos State, Nigeria. We are unable to provide accommodation opportunities. Only applicants who reside within areas of direct access to school location may apply. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by adamkanbai(m): 12:59pm On Mar 09, 2018 |
Workforce Academy 2018 Workforce Group is a leading provider of end-to-end, integrated and result-focused Business and Human Resources solutions in Nigeria. We offer well-defined services in the area of Advisory, Selection, Development, Outsourcing, and Technology to some of the most interesting and important organisations in Nigeria. The sheer scale of our capabilities and client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity for talent growth and advancement. With over one hundred professionals and about 7000 contingent workforce in over six cities in Nigeria, we are committed to delivering innovation and excellence to clients. About Workforce Academy The Workforce Academy Programme is a one-year intensive programme designed to develop exceptional talents in four (4) different areas: Sales, Client Success Assurance, HR Operations and Content Developer. Successful applicants (Fellows) will have the opportunity to gain new skills in these areas and build on the strengths they bring to the organization through project delivery, customer acquisition and management, classroom-based trainings, virtual learning, and case studies among others. Fellows will be assigned to teams playing an active role in all aspects of client engagement. They will also receive frequent coaching and mentoring from colleagues in their teams. At the end of the Workforce Academy Programme, high-performing fellows will be offered a full time role with Workforce Group. The following attributes are required to join our talented teams through the Workforce Academy programme: • Good leadership, communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills • Desire to work in a result-driven business environment • Ability to transform theoretical knowledge obtained during training into practical hands-on skills • Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision • Ability to work well in teams, confident, and able to express own views clearly • Adept in applying knowledge acquired to solve practical problems • Aptitude for creative and analytical work in a problem-solving environment • Self-drive and high level of learning agility Applications are now invited for the following positions in the 2018 Workforce Academy: 1. Sales Analyst Responsibilities: • Identify clients per industry • Prospect clients and qualification of these prospects • Engage potential clients on Workforce Group capabilities • Manage CRM application to ensure system is up-to-date Qualifications: • 0-2 years post NYSC experience in Sales at the time of application • Minimum of BSc (Second Class Upper) or HND (Upper Credit) in any discipline • Not older than 27 years by December 31, 2018 2. Client Success Assurance Analyst Responsibilities: • Client stakeholder management during and post-delivery of any engagement Qualification: • Strong customer orientation/stakeholder management skills • 0-2 years of prior work experience in any client relationship management role • Minimum of BSc (Second Class Upper) or HND (Upper Credit) in any discipline • Not older than 27 years by December 31, 2018 3. Human Resources Operations Analyst Responsibilities: • Project execution and delivery across the different lines of business i.e. Advisory, Recruitment & Selection, Learning & Development, and Outsourcing. • Proposal Development Qualification • 0-2 years post-NYSC experience at the time of application. • Minimum of BSc (Second Class Upper) or HND (Upper Credit) in any discipline • Not older than 27 years by December 31, 2018 4. Content Developer Responsibilities: • Create content to promote Workforce products and services. • Conduct research and produce insightful Thought leadership articles, reports, books etc. Qualification • 1-2 years post-NYSC experience at the time of application. • Minimum of BSc (Second Class Upper) or HND (Upper Credit). A degree in English language, Journalism or Communications is an advantage. • Not older than 27 years by December 31, 2018 Application Closing Date - March 19, 2018 Location: Lagos Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should visit recruitment.workforcegroup.com and click on their qualified role to apply online. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Intelligentdude(m): 1:41pm On Mar 09, 2018 |
HR Administrative Assistant N150,000 - N220,000 Monthly CV’s and Cover letter to: admin@donmaxconsulting.com.ng Head, Recruitment Services Considerable experience Resumes to: md@firstchoiceleasingltd.com Human Resources Officer Location: Abuja Applications plus a maximum 3 page CV (in one document) with details of current remuneration, contact addresses (not P.O.Box) and telephone number(s) to: recruitment@cddwestafrica.org *Recruitment Manager* Experience: 8 years. CV's to: recruitment@raldsandagate.com *Manager, Human Resources & Legal* Experience: 5 years. Law degree (LLB, BL). Masters in Law or Human Resources Management. Applications and CV's to: recruitment@levenuegroup.com |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Chikky95: 2:19pm On Mar 09, 2018 |
Intelligentdude: Please I am a lawyer,and I have sent my CV to your mail |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Molly17(f): 10:27am On Mar 10, 2018 |
pcjuvy: I am interested. I tried sending you a message but you are not responding. |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by sussyky: 11:56am On Mar 10, 2018 |
I am in need of a job. I have HND in accounting, lower credit...... I am through with NYSC. Please help me out. Thanks |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by clementbiola(m): 7:18pm On Mar 10, 2018 |
Adebayomolara: go to different medical laboratories center with CV and cover letter , you may be lucky |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by groit: 8:25pm On Mar 10, 2018 |
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Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Nobody: 3:52pm On Mar 13, 2018 |
Coming up with a well written, concise CV is one of the hardest tasks ever. HR Managers and recruiting officers have thousands of CVs to go through. Therefore, your CV can be disqualified simply because of small mistakes here and there and maybe, just maybe, that is why you are not getting call backs from potential employers. Here’s how to come up with the perfect CV: 1. Unnecessary personal information : Anything besides your name, email address and contact information should not be included on your CV. Details such as your tribe, height. 2. Education Background If you are a university graduate or have a college diploma then you do not need to include all your other education details. Your university degree is your highest level of education, skills and professional certification that’s all that matters. If you are yet to graduate, you can include both the secondary school and the university where you’re currently enrolled and for which course. 3. Grades Related to number 2, if you got a D- in your final exams or a GPA of 1.88, why! oh why would you include that in your resume? No offense but no one will hire a dimwit. Remove that shame on your resume and show the employer that you’re smart beyond your grades at the interview. Writing a good CV is another skill that needs to be learnt. The job market is full of too many smart and intelligent people making it harder or almost impossible for average people to find jobs in all sectors. There are basic things to look out for when writing a good CV such as spellings, punctuations, and grammar. Do not be like a candidate who totally omitted commas on his CV and wrote his interest as ‘loves cooking dogs and interesting people’. Without much ado, after working 5 years as a Recruiter within the Oil & Gas sector and still counting, here are the top tips to use when writing a CV that will definitely land you interviews. 1. Gather Experience Nothing will ever take the place of experience when it comes to job search. Many companies require that applicants have enough experience before they could be considered for a job, but how then do you get experience when you cannot find a job. The ugly truth is that many companies in Africa do not have the time to train newbies. They are always looking for people who can hit the ground running in fact they often prefer multi-skilled people (people who can do more than one job). It is even far worse in a recession market as the struggle for companies to survive increases in a recession time like this, the only people they are most likely see now are people who can hit the ground running and save the company from going bankrupt. You should look for a friend, family member, friend of a friend, etc., who is currently running a business so you can join and work with them as a freelancer. If you are a graduate, you better not lose opportunities to gain experience by turning down job opportunities simply because they do not pay well. Smart graduates jump at the slightest opportunity of gaining experience but not money. Search for many online resources and even use simulations to gain real life experience prior to getting a job. 2. Never Start Your Employment Experience with Intern A sure way to get your CV trashed by a Recruiter is to have your first job experience staring at him as an NYSC teacher. Do not be deceived, when a company advertises for a graduate trainee position, it does not mean they will automatically consider all graduate CV’s rolling in. You need to speak the language of the industry on your CV. I will advise you put your NYSC experience at the bottom of your job experience and find other related things you have done to be at the top even if they are not paid jobs. 3. Use Keywords Many job seekers still do not know that they should write their CV’s like SEO Managers when submitting their CV to a company online. Many companies use an enterprise software called ATS(Applicant Tracking System) to receive pool of CV’s from job seekers. This ATS would have been fed with keywords, if these keywords are not found on the CV you sent, the ATS will not shortlist your CV to be passed on to the hiring Manager except you are lucky to have the Recruiter review your CV manually. For instance, if a company advertises for a ‘Trainee Reservoir Engineer’ position, the keywords you will put on your CV will likely be Reservoir Engineering, Trainee, Reservoir software, Evaluation, Reservoir modeling, etc. Of course you will have to make sure the keywords fit in a sentence on your CV. Always use the language of the industry you target. 4. Sell Your Skills Writing a CV is like writing a business plan. When writing a business plan, you talk about how your business can be profitable showing all the details to catch the interest of the potential investors. In CV writing, you are the product. Do not make the mistake of selling your features (I am a beautiful and intelligent graduate looking…). No one truly cares if you are beautiful for a technical position, and I have not seen a CV where someone wrote that he was dumb. Everyone always says they are smart at first. Sell your benefits (skills you have acquired). If you are applying for a ‘Trainee Geologist’ position, indicate some of the software you have learnt on your own such as petrel, Mbal, etc. The Hiring Manager knows you are not a specialist yet but demonstrating your awareness within your industry makes your CV stands out form other graduates who just sent a no experience and no skill CV. 5. Keep your Age Confidential This might work against you sometimes when you put your age on your CV. For instance some companies have age limit before they can shortlist candidates for interviews. Countries like Algeria more than often will not offer you a job or Visa if you are close to 70. Your aim for sending a CV is to land you in an interview, so avoid everything that might decrease your chances of getting an interview invite. In the real sense of it, your age should not determine your competence on the job; we all deserve a chance to prove our competence. 6. Write a Professional Profile It is old fashioned to have ‘objective’ on your CV. Instead, write a compelling profile such as ‘An excellent Business Development Officer with over 2years of experience in the Marine sector covering DP2 Vessel…’ This is the place to flaunt the software and other skills you know of. 7. Never include Your Photo (except You are applying for a Modeling or Showbiz positions) Using a photo on your CV does not increase your chances of being shortlisted for an interview except if required for the position you are applying for. People might develop wrong or good opinion about you based on how you look. Your aim is to let your CV land you an interview so avoid anything that might prevent it from happening. 8. Send Your CV in Word format(Only send PDF when requested) Many ATS software used by companies cannot read PDF files. Most CV’s uploaded in PDF will be rendered in error therefore jeopardizing your chances of getting shortlisted. By default, always endaevour to send your CV in Word format unless otherwise stated. 9. Avoid Designing or Using Excessive Tables On Your CV Tables often make it impossible for some devices or software to read certain part of your CV. This might decrease your chances of getting shortlisted as important information satisfying the requirements of the job you are applying for might have been shielded by the tables. Many devices are not table friendly so job seekers are advised to avoid using excessive tables or designing their CV’s. This does no good to applicants at all. 10. Do not Write Your Grade Except You Made Upper Class Except your grade is First Class, Second Class Upper, Distinction, and Upper Credit, you should never put any other grade lower than this on your CV. If you made Second Class Lower, simply write ‘Obafemi Awolowo University, BSc. In Petroleum Engineering’. Do not put grade except it is upper class. If you stick with these tips and incorporates it into your CV writing skills, I believe you should be closer to getting your interviews lined up soon. I shall be writing a piece on what to do when you have gotten an interview invite. Many candidates have ruined golden opportunities during interviews due to ill preparation. feel to mail and ask questions promistecollins@gmail.com |
Re: In Desperate Need Of A Job by Pojomojo: 1:06pm On Mar 15, 2018 |
Job Title: Receptionist Description Ability to welcome visitors appropriately in person or on the telephone; Ability to answer or refer inquiries. Directs visitors by maintaining employee and department directories. Maintains security by following procedures; monitoring logbook and issuing visitor badges. Provides general office support with a variety of clerical activities and related tasks. The receptionist will also be responsible for answering incoming calls, directing calls to appropriate associates, mail distribution, flow of correspondence, requisition of supplies as well as additional clerical duties. Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines. Qualifications Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly and master diverse web technologies and techniques. B.Sc/HND/OND in related field with relevant experience. Good knowledge and experience on social media marketing will be an added advantage. Location: Lagos Closing Date Not Specified. Send CV's to careers@xownsolutions.com |
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