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Being into Hr for sometime, I can tell you that the reason many do not get called for interview starts from badly framed cv's but if you can take the time I have helped you simplify it;
How can you write an engaging and impressive cv, when you don't even know what a cv is?
If you can be patient, I'll demystify it all in a minute! Lets shoot!

What is a Cv?
A CV is a record of your personal, education and work details. It should be as up to date as possible. The layout of your CV is flexible, however ideally it should be no more than two pages long. The use of headings such as Education, Career History can help to clarify sections. Don't use fancy layouts as these can detract from the contents of your CV. Don't make general statements about your qualities. Make sure you can support your statements with evidence. Try to link your skills and experience to the requirements of the job you are applying for.

A good CV will include:

Personal Details

Keep this section brief - your full name, address, email address and phone number are important.

Education Details

Usually stated in reverse chronological order, with your most recent experiences first. Include details of the name of the institutions, the dates you attended and the qualifications you obtained / will obtain.


Think about the relevance of the information you detail. You may want to include a list of relevant modules, information about projects and dissertations undertaken, average grades and/or skills developed.

Career History / Professional Experience

All experiences count, whether paid, voluntary or shadowing. These are usually stated in reverse chronological order with dates to illustrate how long you were there. Focus on your responsibilities and achievements in the role and remember to highlight where skills were used or developed.

Positions of responsibility/achievements/interests

These are all relevant sections to include and can be used to demonstrate that you are motivated to pursue other activities, have an interest in a relevant career and take the initiative to develop your involvements and skills. Try to focus upon recent achievements and what your contributions were, skills developed and outcomes.


Please remember that this is a platform for you to demonstrate your key attributes and qualities, recognise your own achievements and the key challenges you have overcome. This is your opportunity to demonstrate this and potentially could be your first step through the selection process.

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Never ever submit in photocopies if you are going for multinationals. Preferable paper type is white conqueror.

all the best.

tanks buddy, I was just concerned!

In the light of the present confused state of President Yar'adua; I have started dreaming of seeing Govenor Raji fashola as Nigeria's president Now!!!
We need more of serious action than unnecessary branding and propaganda about the seven point agenda!
Seriously speaking between the two of them I think Fashola would have impactedmore on Nigeria!
what do you think?

what!

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Why is it majorly ladies that are answering this? Na wa o!
Anyway omitting may be done in love so as not to hurt the feelings of a loved one!
it's as simple as that.

I saw an article that was tagged "a nation of idiots" I was appalled and bewildered that someone in his right mind could call his Nation, (himself inclusive) Idiot. the most surprising thing however was that some others agreed that they are idiots too. I mean that is delusional and unintelligent. I have always said that the problems of Nigeria is not in bad leaders, but rather in the fact that we have more complainers than problem solvers!
I have met a lot of people and when i hear them complain about the nation I simply ask them; What are you doing to help us? and their answer, "I am not in power?" I know you'll have heard something like that before or it's other cliche: "they won't allow you do it?" that infuriates me because I kno you never know what will happen until you have tried! Quit Complaining start acting!
I am doing something- Organising free computer training programs" that is what i call Impact. One way or the other, I'm helping the nation to develop its I.T base.
So you think Nigeria is Bad?
WHAT ARE YOU DOING?

@biola thanks that advise is treasured!
@felix. I think it is true what they say that experience is the best teacher. 10q

Hi Naira landers! My friend asked me this question Yday and I told im Ill bring it to the forum so what do you think anyone needs to be a consultant. the guy is a graduate with a million dollar idea)

Hey guys 10ks! I am not the hump every chic type though for those who advised me to chop and clean mouth! Sincerely though are you sure she'll reason with me if I tell her?
Then another problem is she's serving in Enugu! and will finish by July 2nd should I tell her on phone? or wait?

if you have not seen ALIAS then you are missing out from one of the most entertaining films of this tyme

Hello Nairalanders! I have this friend who wants me to date her I ran away from her for a long time yet she keeps coming what should I do! I'm in a serious relationship and I love my woman!

If you are interested Follow the procedure now and apply it's FREE!
Just felt it won't be nice of me not to say a word since I'm a male and as such not qualified!

thanks o! she's been such a darling and ever sweet but I think I'm just in a hurry to settle on time!
I get a lot of pressure from other ladies but I'm holding on!
Your advice is treasured!

Graça Machel Scholarship Programme

Application Information:

The key aim of the Graça Machel Scholarship Programme is to help provide the female human resources necessary for economic, social and cultural development in the southern African region and to develop an educated and skilled workforce that can benefit the wider community. Scholarships that target women have long been recognized as an effective approach in addressing gender equality and eradicating poverty. By providing opportunities to study at postgraduate level, these scholarships aim to empower women and to equip them to take up leadership positions in order to have a direct impact in the communities, nations and region in which they live. Following in the footsteps of Graça Machel, these female scholars will be positive role models for other women.

The Graça Machel Scholarship Programme will provide a minimum of 60 postgraduate scholarships to female students from Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe in both South Africa and the UK. The majority of the scholarships will be for study in South Africa.

One of the key concerns of Mrs Machel is giving a voice to rural women and the scholarship is therefore aimed at empowering rural women. The Graça Machel scholarship is for women who have experienced significant struggle in their life and who have sought to overcome those barriers, be they related to gender, disability, poverty, age or racial discrimination. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate clearly how their application fits within this vision of empowerment.

Postgraduate Study: All scholarships are for postgraduate study, either for one academic year if based in the UK or for two years if based in South Africa. The scholarship includes payment of a maintenance allowance, travel, health insurance and tuition fees.

Candidates: Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to women on the basis of academic/professional merit, financial need, intended academic programme, leadership potential and commitment to work for constructive change in Africa. Applicants must have at least two years’ relevant work experience.

Subject Areas:
• Health
• Education
• Science & Technology
• Economics & Finance
• Development
Applications outside these areas will not be considered and will be discarded.

Application Process: The application form is of primary importance as the main assessment is made on the basis of the completed application form. If necessary, interviews will also be conducted. The following documents must be sent with all applications:

• Certified copy of undergraduate degree certificate plus university academic transcript
• One passport size photo with the applicant’s name clearly written on the back
• One academic reference in sealed envelope
• One employment reference in sealed envelope


Please post (do not fax or email) completed application forms and supporting documents to:

Canon Collins Trust
22 The Ivories, 6 Northampton Street, London N1 2HY, UK.

Please be aware that Canon Collins Trust will assess many applications. We have at least 20 applicants for each available scholarship. It is important that you take time to complete the form fully, accurately and legibly. It is also vital that you demonstrate why your application should be successful.

The deadline for applications is

• 10th August for study in South Africa (courses starting in February): we will notify you by 30th November if you have been successful

• 10th December for study in the UK (courses starting in September/October) Application forms for study in the UK will be available in September. We will notify you by 30th June if you have been successful.

References

We are happy to accept references separately from the application and will collate them; however it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the reference is sent.

In the case of the work reference, please be aware that confirmation of employment is not sufficient as a reference. We require information regarding your work performance and potential.

Application checklist

1. Have you answered all the questions carefully?

2. Remember to include:

• Undergraduate degree certificate

• Academic Reference

• Work Reference

3. Is the application form legible?

4. Do not include any additional information as it will be discarded. Your application will be judged by the quality of the information on the application form.

5. Do not exceed the word limits. Once the word limit has been exceeded further information will be ignored.

Well it may not be my biz but I feel you are too young for anything serious. no offence!

A lot has been said about underemployment in Nigeria, the truth however is that there still are people who are getting the best Jobs in Nigeria, without knowing anyone!!!
the truth however is that apart from the fact that you'll have to pray very well, you'll also need to present your case extra ordinarily. So whether you are into Consulting, or searching for plum Jobs. The probanility of you making the interview list, starts with you packaging!
I saw a lot of CV's in the last 5 years and I shook my head! how does this person expect to be employed with this kind of Cv! and Cover letters!
At a time when my colleagues were getting there's first Job for as low as 6k in 1999, I got a 31k per month Job. I just finished another interview last week which promises to be paying 295,000 per month(it is not a bank or an oil company!). The most surprising thing however was that after the interview, with smiles beaming on the chief executive's face, he said "I knew I was not making the wrong choice in selecting you for the interview" So i started work Yesterday! Looking forward to starting life a new.

However you may say I'm just lucky but don't they say, Chance favors the prepared minds?.

I get fulfilled not just from what I earn but seeing how many people i have helped to achieve the same.

How you brand yourself from your cover letter and cv, is what determines your choice or otherwise. I have been writing cv's for a lot of people and they have wonderful testimonies yours could be next!

So whether you'll like to send edit yours or you'll like a New cv entirely send it to my email:
skillero@hotmail.com
chao!

The central Bank of Nigeria in conjunction with the Africa Leadership forum and the Norwegian embassy presents a four week training. All expense paid! So if you are not working yet or you are self employed, grab this opportunity with both hands now!
For detailed info about registration send an email to skillero@hotmail.com.

I am a young man in my late twenties and I've been courting this chick for 2.5 years now, she's about four months older and i know she loves me too. she is currently serving so I proposed marriage and asked her to lets fix a date for the introduction but she insists not yet! help! What shld I do?