CV Writing

A CV or Curriculum Vitae is: Curriculum Vitae are Latin words that mean “Combined Information”. A CV is ……..

• Your Life History
• Your Job History
• Your Achievements
• Your Skills

A CV or curriculum vitae is a marketing tool. With your CV you will be able to promote yourself. Imagine the CV as being a brochure that will list the benefits of a particular service. The service being your time and skills! When writing a CV; look at it from your employers point of view. Would you stand out against the competition (the other candidates) and would the manager want to talk you for a possible job? You have to ask yourself these questions when writing your CV or curriculum vitae.
Interviewing is essential for your job hunt and your CV is just the first step in the job search. However a CV will be your first contact with potential employers and will open the door. If you are invited for an interview you would then be in a position to explain and expand on what is in your CV.
A CV is an essential tool in your job search. When applying for a vacancy you generally first have to send your CV to present yourself to the prospective employer.

How to write a CV?

CV Heading

 In CV heading you can write your general information:

• Name
• Surname
• Local address
• E-mail address
• Phone number

(If applying for an overseas job, please remember to include your international dialling code.) Include your mobile/cell phone number if you are going to relocate soon.
CV Skills Summary
The Skills Summary section of your CV includes your main skills. You should only include keywords in his section, do not go into lengthy descriptions of your skills.
CV Objective
The CV Objective, sometimes also referred to as CV Personal Profile states "What is my next step in my career?" This should be a short, concise statement that informs the employer what kind of position you are looking for. The type of position, the role (managerial, supervisor, contractor) should be included as well.

Or you can write a CV as follow.
Your Contact Information
Name
Address
Telephone
Cell Phone
Email
Personal Information
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Citizenship
Visa Status
Gender
Optional Personal Information
Marital Status
Spouse's Name
Children
Employment History
List in sequential order, include position details and dates
Work History
Academic Positions
Research and Training
Education
Include dates, majors, and details of degrees, training and certification
High School
University
Graduate School
Post-Doctoral Training
Professional Qualifications
Certifications and Accreditations
Computer Skills