C.V. and Interview Tips for Candidates

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Some helpful hints when preparing your CV:

The purpose of a CV is to persuade the employer that you should be interviewed.
Start with a brief summary of your skills and attributes relevant to the vacancy you are applying for.
It is important that a CV is targeted to the job you are applying for, keep it relevant and concise.
Include brief details of highest education or qualifications, a brief work history including dates, job titles, duties and reasons for leaving – it is not necessary to go back further than 10 years. Also include a brief summary of “other” skills.

A cover letter is the first impression an employer will have of you:

Tell them what you have to offer the organisation as well as why you want this position.
Ensure it is accurately addressed to the correct person
Make sure that your contact details are clear, remember to sign the letter.
Keep it brief, no more than a page
Remember to check spelling and grammar

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