{"id":2235,"date":"2016-08-17T11:30:52","date_gmt":"2016-08-17T09:30:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jobberman.com.gh\/discover\/?p=2235"},"modified":"2022-02-16T17:23:50","modified_gmt":"2022-02-16T15:23:50","slug":"job-applications-ghana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jobberman.com.gh\/discover\/job-applications-ghana","title":{"rendered":"The right way to apply for Jobs in Ghana"},"content":{"rendered":"

Below is a summary of our Live Twitter Q & A session with Jobberman Ghana CEO Babajide Otoki, held on the 29th<\/sup> of July 2016. Using the hashtag #jobbermangh4jobs, we were able to create a meaningful conversation around the topic \u201cThe right ways to apply for jobs<\/em>\u201d. Questions from participants and answers from our CEO are compiled into this blog post for easy reference.<\/p>\n

Q1.  What are common   shortfalls of most jobseekers\u2019 applications<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Answer:  lack of specific details, general CVs that are not customised for the specific job application. Others are bogus claims, late application, ignoring instructions<\/p>\n

Q2. Is there an added advantage to using job portals?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer: Of course!  Of course! Access to 100x more jobs. Saves time and cost of dropping CVs physically. Your chances are higher as more employers use portals like Jobberman to find great people<\/p>\n

Q3. What roles do CVS play in job application?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer: The CV is the backbone of your job application. CVs provide employers with key points about Jobseekers work history in a comprehensible form<\/p>\n

Q4. What should one include and exclude in their CVs to make it more relevant?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer: Eliminate superfluous words,<\/strong> Eliminate skills for basic software programs. Most employers today expect you to be familiar with the basic computer programs<\/p>\n

Q5. What are some of the right approaches to applying for a job in Ghana?<\/strong><\/p>\n

There\u2019s no single right way. 1.<\/p>\n

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  1. Read\/understand the Job description well – You can gain unimaginable insight by doing this<\/li>\n
  2. Research about the role. Look for pointers and clues about what it takes to do the job.<\/li>\n
  3. Create the role specific CV & cover letter. Generic CVs are like shooting in dark.<\/li>\n
  4. Apply as quickly as possible – Remember, first come, first serve<\/li>\n
  5. Repeat these steps over & over again. For every job you seek, 30 other people deserve it too.<\/li>\n
  6. Pray! We are not alone in this world.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Q6. Is it smart to apply for jobs in companies where there are no vacancies?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    If you have insider info or anticipate they\u2019ll hire soon go ahead and give it a try. Be careful how you go about this as employers do not like unsolicited applications<\/p>\n

    Q7. How do you increase the odds of getting an interview?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. Make your CV compelling,<\/li>\n
    2. Only apply to jobs you are qualified for. Employers are very picky cos they know what they want<\/li>\n
    3. Your CV should match the job and contain important keywords related to the job description<\/li>\n
    4. Use your network as leverage.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Q8. What compensation can you give employers in case you don\u2019t meet the experience requirements? <\/strong><\/p>\n

      You must show qualities\/skills you have that will help will make up for lack of experience.<\/p>\n

      Q9. How do you make your application more compelling?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Focus on achievements more than responsibilities, avoid typo errors, Write a summary, and keep your CV update. Say things like, “I Reduced turnover time by 20%”<\/p>\n

      Q10. Should one state how much you want to be paid in the application?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Except you want to work for free. If asked, please state your reasonable salary expectations.<\/p>\n

      Q11. Most people are afraid to mention figures. How can this be overcome?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Answer: Research about the role before going for the interview, learn how much others pay for such roles<\/p>\n

      Q12. When does following up on a job application become necessary?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      After a while & you need response. Reachout subtly to the employer via official means.<\/p>\n

      Q13. Where after a while is? A day, 2days, a week, a month, 2 months?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Answer: Usually, 4 – 6 weeks is a reasonable timeframe as this the average duration for recruitment.<\/p>\n

      Q14. Do people really get jobs through Jobberman Portal? <\/strong><\/p>\n

      Answer: Think! we don’t charge job seekers, we charge employers. If roles aren’t filled, will employers pay us? Jobberman would have been out of business but as you can see, we\u2019re still going strong.<\/p>\n

      Q15. Do Ghana job markets work, Or it’s about who you know? Companies don’t look at CV anymore I got told.<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Answer: Not true! If that was the case, companies like us will not be in business. Most jobs are given out fairly and squarely.<\/p>\n

      Q16. Your Final words to all job seekers?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Answer: Be positive, the future isn’t here yet & no one is more responsible for your future than yourself.<\/p>\n

      Check out: How to Rise Fast in the Corporate World<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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