Resumé Tips

A resumé is the means by which you can market yourself to a prospective employer. The following are recommended guidelines that will assist you to develop a winning resumé.

The relevant sections to include in a resumé are:

Personal Details

• Name and contact details
• Education and qualifications
• Industry/training courses
• Memberships/Associations
• Hobbies/Interests
• Other Languages

There is no need to include information about your age, marital status or religion.

Employment History

• Name of employer. Include information on the company by describing its structure and industry. Make reference to the division or department that you worked in.
• Position Title
• Location
• Duration of employment. List the month and year that you commenced and ceased employment.
• Responsibilities. This should cover the duties and purpose of your previous position(s) as well as who you reported to or who reported to you. A snapshot of your achievements is an appropriate means of illustrating how you can add value to an organisation.
• Include information on promotions, positive reviews and particular projects.

Referees

Include a list of three referees (ideally two professional and one personal). Include their name, position, telephone number and indicate what your association or relationship is. Inform your referees of the particular position you have applied for and its requirements