CURRICULUM VITAE
- eyeyourcareer
- Sep 5, 2024
- 3 min read
CV stands for curriculum vitae, which is Latin for “course of life.” It is a short description of where you've worked, where you went to school and your skills and qualifications. It gives an employer a sense of what you can do and what experience you have.
Here are a few important things to remember when you compile your CV:
Many job advertisements ask for a CV to be attached to your application form. You can also take your CV with you to your job interview.
Remember that your CV will be one of many others and it should convince the employer that you are the right person for the job.
If possible, have your CV typed or write it neatly in block letters. It might be to your benefit if you read up as much as possible on what CV’s should look like. Examples of CVs can be found on the Internet.
Only attach copies of your original documents to your CV. You can also include a photograph of yourself if you want to.
Make sure there is no spelling or typing mistakes in your CV.
Keep a few copies of your CV for future use.
Only include skills and qualities that you really possess.
Also remember that employers will not read too long CVs, but that a well-organised one where they can immediately see whether you have the necessary skills required by the job you are applying for, will make a much better impression.
NECESSARY INFORMATION:
1) career goal
2) personal information
3) education, qualifications and skills
4) languages
5) career history
6) positions of responsibility held
8) prizes and awards
9) references
Here is an example of a CV:
CURRICULUM VITAE OF THABO JOHN MAESELA
My career goals:
I would like to work in an organization where I can use my qualifications in
Accountancy. I aim to become the Manager of Finance of a well-reputed organisation
within 5-10 years. The job I am applying for is a good opportunity for me to work
actively and productively in my field of expertise and apply my skills. My aim is to make
a difference in my work-place through my contribution and to touch the lives of my co-
workers through my positive attitude. I am a self-starter and have excellent interpersonal and conflict-management skills.
Personal Information:
Surname: Maesela
First Names: Thabo John
Title: Mr
Telephone number: 012- 322 1034 Cell: 083 4765 201
Date of birth: 1986-05-22
Identity number: 8605222346630
Nationality: South African
Driver’s licence: Code 08
Education and Qualifications
High School: Mamelodi High School
Matric subjects: English (HG), Northern Sotho (HG), Afrikaans (HG), Mathematics
(SG), Science (SG), Accountancy (HG).
(Copy of Senior Certificate attached).
Special training: Attended a Data Processing course and computer courses. (Copies of
certificates attached).
Post-Matric qualifications: Accountancy Diploma obtained at Rosebank College. (Copy
of Diploma attached).
Languages:
Speak: Northern Sotho (good), English (good), Afrikaans (fair), Zulu (fair).
Read: Northern Sotho (good), English (good), Afrikaans (good), Zulu (good).
Write: Northern Sotho (good), English (good), Afrikaans (fair), Zulu (fair).
Careers History
Work Experience
Part-time: Cashier and packer at Pick and Pay during weekends and school holidays – 4
years.
Salesperson at the Pretoria Show for Philips - September 2006 and September 2007.
Full-time: None.
Skills gained during my career and studies:
MsOffice computer course inclusive of:
MsWord
MsExcell
MsPowerpoint
Ms Outlook
Sales
Pastel Accounting programme
Book-keeping practice
Tax returns
Cost management
Business law
Leadership skills certificate
Prizes and Awards
School colours for soccer.
Interschool Debating Team Awards.
Achieved silver medal in Soweto Marathon.
References
Include at least three letters of recommendation or write down the names, telephone
numbers and the positions of persons who know you and can recommend you. Ask for
the permission of the people concerned, before giving their telephone numbers. That way, they are prepared to answer questions about you if contacted.
Examples
1. Mr PH Smith – Facilitator of the Villieria YMCA, PO Box 1256, Villieria, 0186.
Tel. 012 346 2413.
2. Dr SL Mahlangu – Principal of Mamelodi High School, Private Bag X45, Mamelodi
West, 0101. Tel. 012 455 8590.
3. Rev J Lamola – Minister of the Methodist Church, 150, 24th Avenue, Villieria, 0186
Here are some templates you can use:
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