CV Tips

1. Keep it simple, easy to read and no more than 2 - 3 pages. Use a plain, standard font. Unusual fonts may not be available on another printer and this will distort the appearance of your CV.
2. Begin with your personal details: full name, job title, date of birth, nationality, current location, contact details.
3. List your key achievements. Do not list the responsiblilities in your job description, state what you personally have achieved. Keep to about five bullet points.
4. Summarise your employment history, current or most recent first: Dates, Company, Job Title, Budget Responsibility.  In each section, provide a brief summary of the type of company you worked for, (include number of employees and annual turnover) and details of your responsibilities. 
5. List any relevant professional organisations, fellowships or bodies you are associated with or belong to.
6. Summarise your key education achievements: Masters, Ba/Bsc, High School Diploma etc.
7. Include any additional information you consider important: For example:
   • Your marital status (and family if you wish to)
   • Spoken languages (state fluency, both written and verbal)
   • Your hobbies and interests
   • Any other key information that supports your CV, but keep it simple and short.
8. References: Two will be sufficient or just state ‘available on request.'
9. Proof read and spell check.
10. Attach a recent photograph.

Interview Tips

1. Read up on the company before the interview. This shows you are interested in the company and allows you to ask relevant questions.
2. Check the location  - do not be late.
3. Look smart.
4. Be yourself.
5.  Be honest - if you have had a career break, explain the reason.