Applying for a job Vacancy

Source of information
1) advertisements (ads) for employment in all the media
- newspapers
- radio
- television
- internet
2) job centres

Who is concerned
An applicant / a candidate
An employer
Human Resources Department

An application package
An application form
A curriculum vitae (CV) (résumè)
A covering letter (a cover letter)

An application form
An application form allows to collect
job applicant personal data;
address;
contact information;
application date;
start dates;
employment status;
education;
employment history;

Curriculum vitae (CV) or Rèsumé
Your personal and working history (CV or Résumè) should be
- word-processed,
- laser printed on good quality paper,
- no longer than two pages of A4 paper.
Remember: you are the product and you are the salesperson.

CV or Résumè should include
Personal details.
Education.
Work experience.
Positions of responsibility.
Skills/ capabilities.
Interests.
Referees.

A covering letter / a cover letter
A covering letter is your earliest written contact with a potential employer creating a critical first impression.
A covering letter accompanies each resume you send out.
A covering letter should complement, not duplicate your resume.

The Purpose of A Covering Letter
To interpret the data-oriented, factual resume and add a personal touch.

An Effective Covering Letter
An effective covering letter explains the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most recent skills or experience.

What to include in a covering letter
A contact section
A salutation
Information on why you are qualified for the job
A closing
Your signature

Job Interview
What should we do to make a good impression at a job interview?
It is necessary to be well prepared for the job interview.

You must be ready to answer a lot of questions.
You must be properly dressed.
You must be on time.
Being prepared is more important than job knowledge, skills and experience.

The following traits are more important than your qualifications:
1) being enthusiastic
means having a positive attitude
2) being likeable
people want to work (and hire) people they like

3) being determined
you have to make it clear that you want this job more than anybody else
4) being informed
you need to know about the company and what they will expect you to do for them.

The Top 10 Job Interview Questions
Tell me about yourself.
Why do you want to work for us?
Where do you plan to be in 5 years?
Why did you leave your last job?
Would you be willing to relocate?
Are you will to work more than 40 hours per week?

What was wrong with your current or last position?
How long will you stay with our company?
What do you think is your greatest weakness?
What do you think is your greatest strength?