Step by Step CV

1. Step by Step CV Step1: Contact Details This should be typed in the format of a ‘header’ in Microsoft Word (insert...header) This should be centered e.g: Joe Bloggs Tel: 011 222 3333; Email: joebloggs@gmail.com Step2: Personal Details Optional-only include info in your CV that will assist you in the interview. Use for info for language requirements or For Driving particulars etc. Background checks on: Education History, Credit records, Driving histories and Criminal records.

2. Step3: Profile • Provides reasons why you are right for the position. • The facts that differentiate you from the others. • This should include: • Key strengths(relevant to the job) • Unique personality traits • Educational Highlights • Career/work experience highlights • Your job objective should be incorporated into your profile. • Example: Job Advert • ‘ABC Auctions is looking to hire an energetic & enthusiastic Personal Assistant for the Sales Department. S/he should be able to use Microsoft word & excel & should be able to work independently’. • Profile • I am a dynamic, self motivated individual with excellent attention to detail. I am computer literate & I am currently seeking a position as a Personal Assistant. I am available for interviews immediately, & to commence work on 20th November 2011.

3. Step4: Education • This is the ‘basic criteria’ for any CV • NB - Name of institution - Formal name of course/degree/schooling - Dates of study • Example: 2007-2011 St David’s Marist Inanda Due to matriculate 2011 Step 5: Work Experience (&/or Skills developed) • You should align this to the job you are applying for. • Example: Overview: Being involved in numerous extra-curricular activities at school has enabled me to develop the skills listed below. This is also a result of gaining work experience as a Personal Assistant for my fathers organisation (AC Solutions) during the holidays. Interpersonal: Interact with clients on a daily bases (via Email, telephone and in person) at AC Solutions Active member of school debating society, involving regular interaction with visitor speakers, school and fellow scholars, regarding topical issues.

4. Organisational: Assisted in the organisation of the Matric Ball for 200 attendees. Organised a fundraiser for the ABC volunteer Programme. Responsible for organising the time-tables of staff for AC Solutions. Step5: Awards, Achievements & Extramural Activities Sports: First XI Cricket 2009 – 2011 Most improved player 2010 Academic: Academic colours (‘A’ aggregate) 2011 Academic prize for excellence 2009 Computer Literacy Completed ICDL 2011 NB: This section should be factual, highlight achievements and provide variety (examples include: academic, sports, cultural, volunteering)

5. Step7: Hobbies / interests • No longer than 3 lines • Try to align with the job you are applying for • Try to select things that may resonate with the recruiter.....therefore talked about in interview. Step8: Reference • Ask permission before using them as a reference • Use references that you are certain will provide honest feedback on you • Keep in contact with your reference • Make sure the details are correct and up to date Example Name: Ms Ashley Tandeko Company: Mike’s Kitchen Relationship: Former Manager Contact Details: 088 888 8888 Name: Mr John Kitchen Company: ABC High School Relationship: House Master Contact Details: 089 999 9999