STRATEGIES FOR FINDING A JOB

First thing’s first

If you’re smart, you would never…

• Take a test without studying first…

• Play a concert without learning the music first…

• Play another sporting opponent without studying their style of play first…

Do your research

GETTING IN THE DOOR

2 TYPES OF LETTERS

APPLICATION

NETWORKING

The Application Letter

INCLUDES:

Goes with CV

Highlight your main skills/achievements relevant to the role.

Use keywords!

Networking letter

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INCLUDE:

What sort of advice are you looking for? Offer to take them to coffee

Letter of Inquiry

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Based on specific research

Inquiring about opportunities

Step 1 - Gaining experience in your field

INTERNSHIPS, WORK EXPERIENCE AND VOLUNTEERING

Builds your skills and experience.

Demonstrates to future employers that you are proactive.

Gain valuable work experience and skills for your resume

Get good references

The story of Juma Mtoro

‘Being a volunteer with Restless Development has massively built my confidence, not just In competing in the labor market but also in contesting for a political leadership position’ – Juma Mtoro

Preparing for an interview

• Know your CV inside out • No questions asked should come as a

surprise!• Read through your CV and cover letter to

familiarize yourself with what you wrote. Bring an updated CV to bridge the gap

Step 3 - Practice makes perfect!

PRACTICE POSSIBLE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Practice makes perfect!

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF…

Practice makes perfect!

“WHAT DO YOU SEE YOURSELF DOING IN 5 YEARS?”

Practice makes perfect!

“WHAT DO YOU SEE AS YOUR GREATEST STRENGTH?

Practice makes perfect!

“WHAT DO YOU SEE AS YOUR BIGGEST WEAKNESS?”

GOOD LUCK!