Looking for a good CV template to guide you in making a good job application in Nigeria? Look no further as we show you how to create one using samples of CV and Cover Letter we have designed.

Here are some important things to look out for when creating a professional CV:

CV Objective/Summary: Keep it short and straight to the point. The Objective should be a summary of your CV in not more than 3 sentences.

Biodata: Although, the Biodata is not usually needed these day, it’s an important part of your CV that helps to clarify your personal details. But you must avoid unnecessary details like Religion, Place of Birth, State of Origin, etc. There would be no need to have your state of residence since your address is already added at the top.

Interests/Hobbies: Keep your interests/hobbies as interesting and simple as you can. Also don’t put too much on the list. About four or five interests should be enough.

References: Make sure all your referees are professional ones; that is, people who have worked with you in a professional capacity. Avoid the temptation of adding your Dad or Mum or Uncle, if you have not worked with them professionally. A good guide will be to add references from people in companies under the Experience section.

Experience: Here you can add all your professional and work related experience. This is including your NYSC year. If you've had any internship or professional training of at least 3 months, add it here.

Education/Qualifications: All your education and qualifications should be added to this section. Keep it mostly academic and you should be fine.

Let’s take a look at a sample CV template we created using these information:




Now, let’s discuss the Cover Letter:

The cover letter should give a brief introduction and some details of what position you are applying for. To make it more effective, give a summary of your experience, skills and what you want to achieve with the company. You can mention relevant certifications and training you’ve had that are relevant to the job role, but avoid the temptation of repeating your educational history or other unnecessary details that does not highlight your competence.

Let's take a look at a sample cover letter created using this information:



While a CV is not the be all and end all for getting a job, a professionally created CV will set you apart from the rest and have interviewers more interested in listening to what you have to say. Simply put, having a professional CV is having 50% of the battle won in your job search.


https://www.jobstarta.com/cv-writing/cv-cover-letter-templates/

Give it a trial and see the impact!

@OP: The templates are in what format?

PatrickOkunima:
@OP: The templates are in what format?

.pdf and .docx(MS Word)

Do you know: Your CV creates the most significant first impression an employer has about you.