Candidate Services- CV Presentation

A CV is a marketing document aimed at getting you an interview. CV's are what employers base their decisions on when short-listing interviewees. Thus, it is critical that you emphasise your potential and suitability for the vacancy, so that you are invited for an interview.

Basically, a CV should help you to sell yourself. Below is a ten-point guide to assist you with putting a CV together:·

• Ensure that the CV is well structured. This gives the impression that you think logically and makes it easier to read.
• Think about your skills, competencies, qualifications and experience. What are your strengths and unique selling points?
• Keep the layout as simple as possible.
• Ensure the CV is no longer than three pages.
• Always use black ink on A4 paper.
• The CV layout should be clear and concise. It should include the following details:
  
  Personal details.
  Education.
  Skills Summary (e.g. technical, courses attended and relevant qualifications).
  Employment history in reverse chronological order, with details of your position, responsibilities and achievements.
  Hobbies and Interests.
  References.
• Once you have compiled your CV, check that the dates are correct.
• Be grammatically correct and check spellings.
• Use space to highlight certain points.
• Use bold headings to enhance visual impact.