Michael Faraday Gauss Road, Tatu city, Tatu  mf999@jobsinkenya254.com Tel. 01234 5667 Mob. 0777 777777 Profile Well developed project management and IT skills combined with a flexible attitude to work. Strong organisational skills in a variety of situations to achieve deadlines. Have initiative and can work independently or as part of a team. Get on well with people ...Continue Reading

This is an example of a high quality science CV. All the course modules are included, also laboratory experience gained on your degree course and course projects. If you were applying for jobs outside the environmental field (e.g. finance) you would probably omit most of your modules (except those including ...Continue Reading

Skills-based CV with tips on content. This one is by a mature Humanities student looking to enter HR management. : skills CVs often work well for mature students as they demonstrate life experiences more effectively, but they can be used by students of all ages and backgrounds. Particularly useful if you are applying ...Continue Reading

This is an example of a good standard CV (also called a competency-based CV) for a student studying computer science. John Smith Home Address: Kimathi Street, Nairobi, M6 3AE. Tel. (020) 351 4039 Email: cv@jobsinkenya254.com Term Address: Nakuru, Nakuru city Rift CountyDate of Birth: 5. 11. 1986 Nationality: kenyan EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Egerton University (Hons.) Computer Science 2005 - 2008 Subjects include: Software ...Continue Reading

Making an impression at an interview is a great step towards getting a job, but first you have to make an impression with your CV. So if your CV is dull, full of mistakes or doesn’t tell a story about you, then you’ll be overlooked and won’t even get as ...Continue Reading

So, you’ve got your CV prepared and you’ve seen a job you want to apply for. Do you just send your CV out and leave it at that?  Of course not.  If you really want a particular job and you have exactly what it takes to do it, then a short, ...Continue Reading

What could possibly be the worst mistake you could make when it comes to your CV? Not targeting it to the kind of job you’re looking for is a biggie. Leaving out keywords that a scanner can pick up is another no-no. So is failing to list your achievements in ways ...Continue Reading

Why do you need a covering letter? The covering letter is vital to your CV. This is why it is the first page and not an addition. "Please find enclosed my CV" won't get you very far. Your covering letter demonstrates your writing style better than your CV (which is usually ...Continue Reading

Personal details Normally these would be your name, address, date of birth (although with age discrimination laws now in force this isn't essential), telephone number and email. Education and qualifications Your degree subject and university, plus A levels and GCSEs or equivalents. Mention grades unless poor! Work experience Use action words such as developed, ...Continue Reading

Having a solid and effective resume can greatly improve your chances of landing that dream job. That is beyond discussion. How does one make sure that his resume is top notch and bullet proof, however? There are several websites with tips around the web, but most bring just a handful ...Continue Reading