Hello Nairalanders,
I don’t know about you but I’m tired of checking various job sites (35 on my last count) for Jobs. Naijajobsthis dot com, somethingJobs that dot come, kilode; some sites are even not arranged and post outdated jobs; that even the people that eventually got the jobs would have gotten promoted.
Other sites ask for money to apply or even to get information about the job you want to apply for! How do they expect an unemployed fellow to have money to pay?
How can an applicant get a job in this country? Is there no better way of knowing about all the vacancies on the internet in Nigeria?
Is there anybody that can help me?
Frustrated job seeker.

Awww...OP, all is well. The truth is getting a job these days is even a job on its own. There is also a place of 'connection' and 'favour'. But is it that you can't find any company that has called you for interview or you cant find one that suits your career path? What did you graduate with- I mean your grade? What course? Is the course practicable in Nigeria? If not, are you ready to branch into other things that you do at leisure but may fetch you cash? Are you a business-minded person? Do you have an idea? If yes, is the problem about capital?

The thing is when you provide answers to these questions, then we can take it from there. This is because organisations don't just employ ppl...in fact, they won't if there was a machine that cud just do everything. Ppl are employed to add value and the price of that value is the salary and other allowances.

Still continue trying the job section of nairaland; also tell your friends that have jobs especially the ones related to your field if they could help recommend you to someone, also open an account on LinkedIn and have a true but solid profile there to attract company owners. You can also do volunteer work for a nearby organisation or company if permitted because experience shudnt be traded for anything. ..even while seeking a job desperately.

I wish you the best and don't forget that God's time is the right time.

You're just beginning to scratch the surface, friend.
I know someone in the UK who applied for 600+ jobs, before he was invited to one interview.
So keep applying and don't get tired.

@ OP, don’t be frustrated. I don't know your skills or qualifications but the fact remains that the employment situation in Nigeria requires you to be a top notch employee. This is because there are loads of intelligent graduates with exceptional skills and talents. As you troll the internet and send you CV’s to apply for different job openings, hoping to be called for a personal interview, always improve yourself to be a better prospect.Consciously learn more by reading books related to your field, network with people working in the career path you wish to be employed in and keep a positive attitude.You also need to search in the right places to get the kind of jobs you are interested in.Wish you the best.

Great advice so far.

Oladokun 1, I'm sure that a lot of people can relate to how you presently feel, but don't be frustrated. One reality is this: the vast majority of vacancies in Nigeria are NOT advertised online, because many employers have not embraced the use of the internet in hiring. You would notice that it is mainly multinationals and recruitment agencies that advertise online, so you should ask yourself how the smaller, indigenous companies are filling their vacancies. Where jobs are advertised online, the competition is unbelievable, so as a job seeker in Nigeria, you have to get more creative in your job-search approach. In addition to continuing to apply online (don't give up), here are a few recommendations:

1. Before you take the next step in finding a job, ensure that your CV is top-notch. Without this, there is no point in applying for any roles. I am a certified CV writer, and will do this for you for free, if you wish (I write CVs for one of Nigeria's leading career services companies).

2. Take advantage of LinkedIn (some employers rely primarily on LinkedIn). Ensure that you have a solid LinkedIn profile. Upload a nice, professional picture. Fill out your profile information. Join LinkedIn groups of interest, if only to keep abreast of what professionals in your industry are up to.

3. Print copies of your CV and have them to hand in a file, whenever you are out and about. Research some companies of interest (via LinkedIn or in the newspapers), and note their addresses. When you have the opportunity to, drop a copy of your CV with them. This approach would work better with small-medium sized companies with less rigid recruitment processes. Alternatively, get the electronic contact info for the HR people in these companies (again, via LinkedIn or newspapers), and email your CV to them, along with an interesting introductory message. (Not everyone displays their contact info on their LinkedIn profiles, though).

4. This is tied to point 3. Be prepared to take up voluntary or internship opportunities. A friend of mine heads a career services firm and I was shocked to find out how many extremely qualified professionals are now pursuing internships. I think such people are very smart. It's simply a way to get your foot in the door. Things can only get better.

So, when contacting those companies in point 3, make them aware (in your introductory message) that you are willing to consider internships.

5. Attend industry / professional events, and have your CV with you. You'll be amazed at what this does to your mind, and you'll soon begin to realise that there are much more entry points into the professional world, than online ob adverts. You could run a 'Google' search using the keywords "Eventbrite career networking events in (add your state)". Many of these events are free (Eventbrite is an event scheduling / organising website). You could also check newspapers for upcoming events. For me, these events are helpful because you often get to meet industry professionals who could link you up with a potential employer.

6. Ensure that you are gaining some sort of skill / qualification, while you wait for a job. Employers are not great fans of unexplained breaks in a candidate's career history. These don't need to take place in a classroom - you can take free, online courses - depending on your field.

7. Pray. We live in a country where more things are controlled by the spiritual than they are by the physical. May sound funny to some, but it is the reality. Getting a job often requires prayer


These measures I mentioned above have all been tried, tested and found to yield positive results. There are so many employers out there, complaining that they can't seem to find good, skilled employees. Isn't that a bit of an irony, given the size of the 'qualified' job market?

jesuslovesme123: Great advice so far.


1. Before you take the next step in finding a job, ensure that your CV is top-notch. Without this, there is no point in applying for any roles. I am a certified CV writer, and will do this for you for free, if you wish (I write CVs for one of Nigeria's leading career services companies).

2. Take advantage of LinkedIn (some employers rely primarily on LinkedIn). Ensure that you have a solid LinkedIn profile. Upload a nice, professional picture. Fill out your profile information. Join LinkedIn groups of interest, if only to keep abreast of what professionals in your industry are up to.

3. Print copies of your CV and have them to hand in a file, whenever you are out and about. Research some companies of interest (via LinkedIn or in the newspapers), and note their addresses. When you have the opportunity to, drop a copy of your CV with them. This approach would work better with small-medium sized companies with less rigid recruitment processes. Alternatively, get the electronic contact info for the HR people in these companies (again, via LinkedIn or newspapers), and email your CV to them, along with an interesting introductory message. (Not everyone displays their contact info on their LinkedIn profiles, though).

4. This is tied to point 3. Be prepared to take up voluntary or internship opportunities. A friend of mine heads a career services firm and I was shocked to find out how many extremely qualified professionals are now pursuing internships. I think such people are very smart. It's simply a way to get your foot in the door. Things can only get better.

So, when contacting those companies in point 3, make them aware (in your introductory message) that you are willing to consider internships.

5. Attend industry / professional events, and have your CV with you. You'll be amazed at what this does to your mind, and you'll soon begin to realise that there are much more entry points into the professional world, than online ob adverts. You could run a 'Google' search using the keywords "Eventbrite career networking events in (add your state)". Many of these events are free (Eventbrite is an event scheduling / organising website). You could also check newspapers for upcoming events. For me, these events are helpful because you often get to meet industry professionals who could link you up with a potential employer.

6. Ensure that you are gaining some sort of skill / qualification, while you wait for a job. Employers are not great fans of unexplained breaks in a candidate's career history. These don't need to take place in a classroom - you can take free, online courses - depending on your field.

7. Pray. We live in a country where more things are controlled by the spiritual than they are by the physical. May sound funny to some, but it is the reality. Getting a job often requires prayer


These measures I mentioned above have all been tried, tested and found to yield positive results. There are so many employers out there, complaining that they can't seem to find good, skilled employees. Isn't that a bit of an irony, given the size of the 'qualified' job market?

This is a terrific piece of advice, thank you for this cos it was wholesomely appreciated by me. However would you mind helping me as well with my CV? Can i send it to you via mail so you can take a critical assessment at it? If yes, please correspond with me via my e-mail inbox via louchuks@gmail.com. Thanks as you do so.

@jesuslovesme123
Pls I'l like 2know if u won't mind 2elp me review ma own cv too
Pls @maintain4tunde@yahoo.co.uk
Tunde.fadeyi88@yahoo.com

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Don’t let the search frustrate you bro, try all options available. The secret is to keep trying. Join new sites, meet new people. Wish you luck in the search.

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