CV Writing Guide
CV Writing Guide is designed to help South African job seekers prepare stronger applications, avoid common mistakes, and improve their chances of success when applying for public sector vacancies.
Keep your CV clear and relevant
A good CV is easy to read and directly linked to the role. Use clear headings, short bullet points, and accurate dates. Keep the language simple and professional.
Essential sections to include
Add your contact details, profile summary, education, work experience, skills, certificates, and references if requested. Make sure everything is current and truthful.
Match the job advert
If the role needs filing, data capture, customer service, administration, or report writing, reflect those skills in your CV where they genuinely apply.
Writing strong experience points
Use action words such as coordinated, captured, assisted, organised, filed, maintained, supported, or responded. Focus on duties and results, not vague statements.
Final checks before sending
Proofread carefully, remove spelling mistakes, save the file with a professional name, and make sure the phone number and email address are correct.