One of the major problems with the typical
Nigerian job seeker is being ill-equipped and
prepared for the job search. The truth is
that most Nigerian graduates adopt weak
job search techniques and hence why in
addition to being unemployable find it hard
to secure jobs – in any case jobs are scarce.
But to make it easier to find employment
any serious Nigerian job seeker should keep
the following at the back of his/her mind;
An online Profile
In this day and age failure to have an
online presence whether through social
media (facebook, twitter, linkedin) or even
owning a blog of your own can add some
enormous amount of leverage, giving your
potential employer an idea of just how
productive or otherwise you are – it wouldn’t
make sense to refer them to mischievous
online activities. A professional online
profile enables you to build a reputation
online that could sell you even during a job
interview.
Effective Contact list
A list of contacts made up of other serious
job seekers, recruitment agencies, HR
personnel in various companies, active
members of professional organizations or
even online communities of professionals on
linkedin or facebook is an excellent way to
boost your job search as many of these
contacts have access to information about
vacant positions. They could be your next
referral for your dream job.
Additional Soft Skills
Many Nigerian job seekers have few soft
skills. By soft skills we mean skills not
directly connected with your job but which
makes it easier to get on with colleagues and
clients. Skills like excellent written and
spoken skills, interpersonal skills, analytical
skills, problem solving and so on. These soft
skills happen to be a huge advantage in the
job search but many Nigerian job seekers
miss out on it.
Bankable work experience
The catch 22 which many Nigerian job
seekers face is this – you are not likely to be
employed if you have no work experience but
how would you get the work experience in the
first place if you’re not employed? The
solution is to volunteer (work for free with
relevant agencies or companies) or
participate in internship programmes that
will enable you acquire both skills and work
experience.
Business cards
Believe it or not a business card is a
respectable asset to possess as a job seeker.
It not only shows you’re professional but
indicates readiness to take up responsibility
plus it’s an excellent branding tool. All these
qualities are desirable and serious employers
who note this wouldn’t mind giving you a
chance to prove yourself.
http://the-
nigerian.blogspot.com/2013/12/5-things-
every-serious-nigerian-job.html
Nigerian job seeker is being ill-equipped and
prepared for the job search. The truth is
that most Nigerian graduates adopt weak
job search techniques and hence why in
addition to being unemployable find it hard
to secure jobs – in any case jobs are scarce.
But to make it easier to find employment
any serious Nigerian job seeker should keep
the following at the back of his/her mind;
An online Profile
In this day and age failure to have an
online presence whether through social
media (facebook, twitter, linkedin) or even
owning a blog of your own can add some
enormous amount of leverage, giving your
potential employer an idea of just how
productive or otherwise you are – it wouldn’t
make sense to refer them to mischievous
online activities. A professional online
profile enables you to build a reputation
online that could sell you even during a job
interview.
Effective Contact list
A list of contacts made up of other serious
job seekers, recruitment agencies, HR
personnel in various companies, active
members of professional organizations or
even online communities of professionals on
linkedin or facebook is an excellent way to
boost your job search as many of these
contacts have access to information about
vacant positions. They could be your next
referral for your dream job.
Additional Soft Skills
Many Nigerian job seekers have few soft
skills. By soft skills we mean skills not
directly connected with your job but which
makes it easier to get on with colleagues and
clients. Skills like excellent written and
spoken skills, interpersonal skills, analytical
skills, problem solving and so on. These soft
skills happen to be a huge advantage in the
job search but many Nigerian job seekers
miss out on it.
Bankable work experience
The catch 22 which many Nigerian job
seekers face is this – you are not likely to be
employed if you have no work experience but
how would you get the work experience in the
first place if you’re not employed? The
solution is to volunteer (work for free with
relevant agencies or companies) or
participate in internship programmes that
will enable you acquire both skills and work
experience.
Business cards
Believe it or not a business card is a
respectable asset to possess as a job seeker.
It not only shows you’re professional but
indicates readiness to take up responsibility
plus it’s an excellent branding tool. All these
qualities are desirable and serious employers
who note this wouldn’t mind giving you a
chance to prove yourself.
http://the-
nigerian.blogspot.com/2013/12/5-things-
every-serious-nigerian-job.html
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