11 Essential CV Checks for Nigeria Job Applications
Applying for jobs in Nigeria? Run these quick pass/fail checks before you submit your CV. 1. File name: Firstname_Lastname_Role.pdf 2. Contact info: email, phone and city only 3. Summary: two lines max with role, years and key accomplishment 4. Experience: reverse chronological order 5. Bullet points: focus on outcomes (e.g. Closed ₦12.4M in 90 days; +18% MoM growth) 6. Skills: align with job description without keyword stuffing 7. Education: include relevant details; omit GPAs unless requested 8. Remove personal identifiers like photos, religion or state of origin 9. Links: add working LinkedIn and portfolio or GitHub 10. ATS-friendly: simple headings and no tables 11. Proofread: confirm correct job title and company name Share your target role and years of experience (no personal info) and I’ll suggest three sample bullet points. For a fast tailored CV draft, let me know.
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