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How to Get a Good Job in Nigeria (Even If You Don’t Have Connection)

2012-05-08T20:41:00.001-07:00

Getting a good job in Nigeria has become extremely competitive. Today, even bank jobs require an insider to ensure a CV is paid attention to. For those who have tried but do not seem to have anybody to help them out, we shall look at a way you can create job connections for your CV.

First, learn to avoid negative people, negative thoughts and negative expressions

Get negative thinking off your mind. This is the major hindrance to getting a good job in Nigeria. The truth that you should believe is that, there are lots of good jobs for whoever searches adequately.

When others say, there is no job, just whisper in your heart,

“There are still good jobs waiting somewhere. They can only be competitive and I can beat the competition”

Harness the power of the information age = Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn

Today, a lot of people spend so much time chatting and making friends on Facebook, and they hardly remember they can use the same channel to skyrocket their chances of getting a job.

Think about this for a moment. Many companies have pages or groups on Facebook. Also, their HR managers and other staff make friends on Facebook. That means, you can connect with them to create familiarity and more importantly, get to understand their recruitment system – how to apply and prepare.

Here is an example:

Someone who wanted to work with KPMG in Nigeria searched for KPMG Nigeria on Facebook. He checked out the people that were returned in the results and typed a simple letter to a couple of them (about ten):

“Hello, my name is Steven. I am a fresh graduate and I am a huge lover of KPMG. I’d love to work there after my NYSC. Please, add me as a friend. Thanks”

As expected, about four out of ten responded and became good friends with him. According to him, they served as encouragement because they could tell him when KPMG would be recruiting and how to apply successfully. They also let him know all the preparations he needed to make, how to prepare for their tests before he was finally called for interview.

In a nutshell, here you realize that connections needed to get a job can be artificially created. Apart from Facebook, a host of other resources can easily get you closer to the right people. The most important thing is to stop appearing as hungry job seekers. Make friends with the working class, offer free service sometimes and find every opportunity to get closer to the people that matter.

Avoid joining the thousands of hungry job seekers who beg for jobs on job boards. Those are the wrong places to plead for job because they do not have the power to give you that job. However, you should visit job boards regularly to know the current jobs and then do the right things.

Here’s a sound principle for networking

Traditionally, you are supposed to submit your applications to recruitment agencies; read Newspapers for vacancies and then network through your friends and families and also submit online applications. However networking is estimated to provide up to 65% of available jobs and should be a priority in your job search technique.

In networking, there are 4 different levels of job search:

· My friends or families

· The friend/family of my friend/family that I know

· The friend/family of my friend/family that I don’t know

· The people introduced to me by friends/family that I don’t know

You must have scaled these 4 categories before you can actually say you are a serious job seeker.

Graduate Salaries for Nigeria

2010-06-10T20:21:00.000-07:00

Get an idea of the graduate salaries of prospective jobs to get your interest and arm you better for interviews in Nigeria.

The pay packages for new graduates in Nigeria vary from industry to industry. However, salaries form one strong indicator of where you would like to pitch your tent in the search for good employment.

Below is an estimate of graduate salaries for a couple of industries.


Cadbury	N70,000 – N 80, 000
PZ Nigeria Plc	N65, 000 – N75, 000
Nestle	N80, 000 – N100, 000
Stock Broking Firms	N50, 000 – N100, 000
Oil & Gas	N150, 000 – N400, 000
Telecommunications	N100, 000 – N150, 000
Banking	N60, 000 – N100, 000
Real Estate	N70, 000 – N100, 000
NIMASA	N35, 000
Livestock (Veterinary Dr.s)	N 30, 000 – N 60, 000
Professional Services	N100,000 – N 150, 000
AVIATION
NCAA	N80, 000 – N100, 000
FAAN	N50, 000 – N80, 000
SAHCOL	N50, 000 – N80, 000
AIB	N50, 000 – N80, 000
NAMA	N50, 000 – N80, 000

Though the ranges specified below may have slight variations, they would serve as an invaluable guide for a new graduate to determine the worth of his degree.

Experienced individuals already know that their salaries depend on the relevance or value of their experience to the available job.

Generally, it is often advised that you should go for the job you love or where you can develop skills that would be useful later in life.

So, while considering the salaries, consider other opportunities.

I'd like you to think of Job environment, Job security, transferable skills, network opportunities and fringe benefits before rushing for the carrot.

Statistics Graduates -Ten (10) Job Search mistakes of New graduate

2010-06-10T19:04:00.000-07:00

New graduates today including statistics graduates make horrible mistakes that cause them to stay at home for a very long time before finally accepting just any job offer. You should try to avoid these common errors.

Don't rely solely on the internet.

Though many big companies now pitch a tent for internet users to apply for jobs, making job application processing easier and quicker for them, internet job offers still remain among the lowest offered jobs from statistics. Contrarily, networking still stands out as the most potent tool of job search for new graduates.

Don't appear unprofessional

Companies today have evolved higher standards for scrutinizing job applicants. An unprofessional perception created by a good candidate is sure a big negative on his or her side. Statistics graduates are expected to display high knowledge of their subject area.

Don't take your job interview unserious

Commonly, fresh graduates take job interviews quite unserious. This is a grave job search mistake for new graduates including statistics graduates. Many of these candidates end up spending too much time at home eventually.

Don't use a generic resume

A customized resume is important to display a high level of interest in the job. Most recruiters just see right through that this is just another desperate job seeker who knows little or nothing about their company when the same resume is used for different companies. Take time to study the advert and company's website before working on your resume and sending it over.

Don't fail to follow up

Most fresh graduates forget that it takes adequate follow-up to get a high paying job. It's not enough to send out resumes and expect a phone call, text message or email. Serious statistics graduates must hustle for great job.

Don't be passive

Many proactive and aggressive job seekers are out there to compete with you. To beat the competition, you must get proactive and develop powerful set of strategies.

Don't misuse the internet

Believe it or not, today's recruiters take their time to check your profile on social networking sites. These include your type of friends/networks, your posts and forums. When you really get serious about job search, get to your pages and remove irresponsible connections. Moreover, 'linked' is a very good networking site many new graduates overlook.

Don't set your expectations too high

The first year of a new graduate should be aimed at acquiring requisite skills, developing competence and learning. Setting your expectations too high can deprive you of these privileges and make you spend unnecessarily too long time looking for a huge income as a fresh graduate.

Don't neglect your network

No matter how little your network is, harnessing the network of your networks can really take you father than you envision and get you a great job when you least expect. As statistics graduates, take statistics of your network and get to work.

Finally, set your heart on God who alone can grant your heart desires in the midst of the great recession. Keep hope alive and keep trying, you never can tell how soon the great job will find you. Also, get prepared and do your best.

How to Ace a Job Interview-Seven (7) Effective Job Interview Techniques

2010-06-04T06:14:00.001-07:00

Acing job interviews in today’s highly competitive economy has taken a subtle twist. Companies are beginning to employ more thorough recruitment techniques.

At the same time, job interview candidates have learnt to get into the psychology of the interviewer in order to ace their job interviews. Your impression on the interviewer should begin from the arrival time.

Seven (7) Effective Job Interview Techniques

Arrive 30 minutes earlier: Try to arrive at the interview venue about 30 minutes earlier. Remain calm even when the interviewers are behind schedule. Keep a professional demeanor throughout your waiting time. An easy way out is to read a book during this period – avoid any book that may portray lack of seriousness. This is an effective technique to demonstrate professionalism.

Impress the interviewer: First, determine to make the interviewer like you. Make him comfortable with you and your personality. Yet, you must demonstrate that you meet the requirement for the job”

Knock the door and get a reply before entering into the room: This is just for the sake of courtesy. Your interviewers would only be willing to pass candidates with courtesy.

Walk steadily and tall as you enter the room to demonstrate personal confidence as you make your way in.

Wait until the interviewer offers you a seat before you grab a chair. The polite way to ask if necessary is “where would you want me to sit?”

Avoid crossing your legs or exposing the under of your shoe.

Greet with eye contact plus a warm smile: Look him or her in the eyes but not rudely.

Keep your head up and maintain good eye contact throughout the conversation. Keep catching their eyes when you are responding. This is an extremely effective job interview technique.

Get ready to shake hands (but ensure the interviewer takes the lead. Match the pressure extended by the interviewer but don’t overdo it. Use one hand and shake vertically, smile and lean forward.

In conclusion, concentrate on demonstrating confidence and competence for the job. Display a high level of confidence in yourself (not arrogance) and determine your worth (the least salary you can take) before the interview. This would help you avoid being clumsy and finally ace the job interview.

How to write effective Job Interview ‘Thank You letters’ after Job interview – The Basic Rules

2010-06-04T05:48:00.000-07:00

Job interview ‘Thank You Letters’ are now known as a powerful tool to help many interview candidates secure a job even after unsuccessful job interviews.

This is an extraordinary psychology tool that can sky rocket the interest of the interviewer in you and evoke a special consideration for you. Even when all positions are filled up, 'thank you letters' can sometimes make recruiters go out of their way to create a position for you or link you with another manager.

So, put aside the thinking that a ‘thank you letter’ is just for courtesy sake. It is actually a means to connect with your employer.

It re –emphasizes your interest in the job and can dramatically improve your chances of being employed.

Here’s a simple format to guide you in writing a effective ‘thank you’ letters:

Paragraph 1 - Thank the interviewer for the opportunity for the interview.

Paragraph 2 - Sell yourself by reminding the hiring manager of your qualifications (in a way of introducing yourself in the thank you letter). Here, you can add key information you forgot tell the interviewers during the interview.

Paragraph 3 - Express your deep interest in the job. Explain your eagerness to actually add real value. You can ease any reservations the interviewer might have expressed during the interview.

Finally, make sure you sound personal and sincere. Avoid the temptation of getting one letter for all your interviews.

Look for tips on answering interview questions.

Job Interview Dress Code- Best Job Interview Clothes/Outfit for ladies

2010-06-04T05:13:00.001-07:00

Preparing for Job Interviews can be very worrisome. The concern for the proper job interview dressing arises a few days to the interview after spending a lot of time researching and rehearsing the interview in your head.

It might surprise you that some organizations have pre-determined dress code for job interviews. You should find out from someone in HR for any special job interview outfit expected from ladies.

For the ladies, you have every right to be concerned about your outfit to prevent unnecessary prejudice and avoid canal interest.

Nevertheless, a lady still has to display enough professionalism and dress more conservative to job interviews. Every item on her body (suit, jewelry, head tie, shoes…) should tell the interviewer ‘she can and is ready to work here’.

Suit: Wear a classic softened shirt on suits. Avoid low-cut blouses or any outfit that might arouse undue interest in men unless you are asking for it (and this would unlikely get you the job).

Your outfit should be ready (well ironed) more than 24 hours before the interview time.

Most importantly, wear outfits of good quality that look good on you. If the job interview lasts more than one day, wear different outfits for each day.

Avoid wearing anything that reflects a particular group, religion, political campaign, school or club.

Head tie: A pure silk scarf can safely complement your appearance and yet keep you conservative. Use plain color or small polka dots.

Shoe: Plain shoes are more advisable since they usually appear more professional.

Belt: Avoid the temptation of trying to match the belt with your outfit. Your belt should rather complement or match your shoes.

Accessories: Try to keep your necklace, ear rings (small), engagement rings or wedding bands and glasses professional looking. Avoid using sun glasses or other shading as a complement to your job interview dressing.

Make Up: The golden rule is to appear natural. All forms of make-up should remain subtle.

Hygiene: Brush with extra care on your interview day. Avoid any awful smell but also avoid heavy perfume or deodorants. Avoid breath mints but maintain a high oral hygiene.

Remember, getting an interview is a very close step to getting the job. So, do all you can to prepare effectively for interviews. Watch job interview videos, rehearse likely questions and dress professionally.

How to Use your “Graduation Year Book” to Boost your Chances of Getting a Job in Nigeria

2010-05-22T00:00:00.000-07:00

Learn how to use your Class Year Book at graduation to strategically position yourself for employment opportunities as soon as you graduate.

In this time of harsh economic climate and gross unemployment among Nigerians, smart graduating students must develop new techniques of getting jobs from the few available positions.

“Accept responsibility for your life. Know that it is you who will get you to where you want to go, no one else”

Les Brown

Little wonder, some Post Graduate students in Scotland pioneered an additional use for the ‘Graduation Year Book' to create employment opportunities for themselves’.

Many graduating students in Nigerian tertiary institutions spend time, money and effort in producing a year book to preserve memories and keep contacts of everyone in the class only.

However, you need to pay attention to how (in 2009) about 100 Post Graduate students of Project Management at Gordon Brown University, Aberdeen, Scotland produced their Yearbook with an additional capacity to market them to prospective clients.

They devoted a section for each student to sell himself in the same format as in a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and to explain what they can offer.

For many reasons, this is a wonderful innovation:

· You never can tell whose hands the yearbook would get to.

· Your classmates would know your other abilities outside of the classroom (not just your hobbies).

· You now have a CV in motion.

Finally, it is best for you to get yourself ready for life after school through all the means you know. Get the word out that you are available. And then, when companies are running after you, you can choose whichever one you prefer.

Present your Yearbook professionally and avoid writing trivial things. Remember, you are now in the Working Class.

Tips for First Job Interview - What you should know?

2010-05-21T00:00:00.000-07:00

Begin to learn all you can before your first job interview. Take cues from the mistakes and shortcomings of others and follow golden rules to avoid losing a treasure.

The first job interview is where many fresh graduates learn the dos and don’ts of a job interview but they always end up losing this first job.

“We judge ourselves by what we feel capable of doing; others judge us by what we have done”

H. W. Long Fellow

You should know that 65% of the decision of your interviewers is formed in the first 4 minutes of your interview.

That’s why, it’s probably good to have attended other interviews (for small jobs) – to learn how to adequately prepare and increase your confidence level - before facing your first job interview questions.

As a fresh graduate in your first job interview, you are advised to:

· Be more assertive – stand up for yourself, be confident but do not be rude

· Listen carefully to every instruction and follow them to the letter during interviews

· Always be prepared for a phone interview

· Be prepared for aptitude tests

· Always carry the evidences of your qualifications to job interviews

Golden Rules

· Always carefully research the job requirements before the day of the interview. Know the various departments and their separate roles

· What do you want the interviewer to know about you? Talk about your achievements (proudly but not arrogantly) or you character traits (adaptability, tenacity…)

· Spend little or no time talking about your disadvantages or weaknesses. At worst, quickly input how you already overcoming your weakness

Remember to

Show confidence: The interview is no place for shyness. Too much modesty can make you appear introverted or lacking confidence.

Before the interview, make a list of your accomplishments both personally and professionally; practice talking about them. Have a friend listen to your answers as you practice. This will help prevent you from crossing the line between justifiable pride and boasting.

Speak clearly & show enthusiasm: Smile and maintain eye contact. Sit forward in your chair. Avoid speaking in a monotone and be positive in your responses.

Monitor Your Internal System: Be careful in what you eat and drink in the 24 hours before the interview.

Choose your words carefully: Remember to pause if you need some time to think. Feel free to say “let me take a moment to think about it." This demonstrates that you think before you speak.

One good question you can ask at the end of the interview is “when am I expected to resume duties if successful?”

Do not forget to say thank you at the end

Answering Job Interview Questions Successfully - Tips and Tricks

2010-05-20T05:00:00.000-07:00

You must get in touch with salient information and distinguish yourself from the majority to make it easier for you to get a really hot job in today’s economic climate,

“Take up one thing. Do it. See the end of that thing and before you have seen the end, do not give up”

Vivekananda

First, you must understand the root of job interview questions - their classifications and applications.

Classifications of Job Interview Questions

Job applicants should be familiar with the important areas interviewers are usually interested in. However, the particular areas you would be tested on vary depending on the job you are applying for and the method of the interviewer.

Some of these areas are:

Aptitude: Your capacity or potential ability to learn.
Psychomotor tests: Your strength, dexterity & coordination
Job knowledge Test: Knowledge related to the job you are applying for.
Proficiency tests: How well you can do a sample of the job to be done
Interest rate: Here, they compare your interest level with that of people that normally succeed at the job
Psychological tests: These are attempts to understand your personality
Polygraph Test: They record physical changes on your body as you attempt to answer a series of questions

You probably know by now that you must have rehearsed the coming interview over & over in your mind before the D-day to answer job interview questions well.

You need to get ready-made interview answers in your mind before the interview day for the questions below.

However, if you are in doubt for your answers for any of the interview questions below, you can try to find out from an employee of the company who is close to you.

Tell me about yourself?
What experience do you have in this field?
Do you consider yourself successful?
What do you know about this organization?
What have you done to improve your knowledge in the last year?
Why do you want to work for this organization?
What is your Expected Salary?
Are you a team player?
How long would you expect to work for us if hired?
What is your philosophy towards work?
If you had enough money to retire right now, would you?
Explain how you would be an asset to this organization ? Or Why should we hire you?
Tell me about a contribution you have made ?
What is your greatest strength?
Why do you think you would do well at this job?
What are you looking for in a job?
What is more important to you: the money or the work?
Are you willing to work overtime? Nights? Weekends?
Would you be willing to relocate if required?
How do you propose to compensate for your lack of experience?
Do you have any questions for me?

Remember to make all other necessary preparations before the job interview date. A little rumble in your tummy or switch in your mood during the interview can cause huge damage.

How to Develop a Job Search Strategy (Job Hunting)

2010-05-19T05:53:00.000-07:00

Carefully articulate and write a Job Search Plan and effectively follow it through in order to get a Top Job in today's competitive marketplace.

"No matter what you are trying to accomplish, the key to achievement is your ability to break down the task into manageable pieces and knock them off one at a time"

Jim Rohn

Where can I go & look for a Job?

Traditionally, you are supposed to submit your applications to recruitment agencies; read Newspapers for vacancies and network through your friends and families.

Additionally however, you should submit online applications.

In networking (which is estimated to provide up to 65% of available jobs), there are 4 different levels of job search:

My friends or families

The friend/family of my friend/family that I know

The friend/family of my friend/family that I don't know

The people introduced to me by friends/family that I don't know

You must have scaled these 4 categories before you can actually say you are a serious job seeker.

How can I Get Experience?

A lot of opportunities to get experience actually exist if you recognize and harness them.

You can apply to organizations to work as an intern. An intern is normally paid less than a staff but experience cannot be bought.

Work as a volunteer in an organization. Nobody would refuse a volunteer worker unless you appear unreliable.

Handle projects within organizations, clubs, or association. You can always refer back to them.

Developing a Job Search Plan

How serious are you about getting a Top Job? Then, you have to put pen to paper and develop a job search plan. Below is an example of one.

Download a plain page for your personal use – Job Search Plan (WORD) (PDF)

MONTH	GOALS	TASKS TO COMPLETE	APPROXIMATE TIME TO COMPLETE THE TASKS	DUE DATE OR COMPLETION DATE
JANUARY Week 1	Finalize CV Get at least 3 professionals to commend it	Determine the type of CV to write Get CV templates	One week	July 9, 2010
Week 2	Write a general cover letter Get at least 4 references	Check Newspaper for the expected description of an ideal candidate for this job type Contact prospective references	5 days	July 14, 2010
Week 3

In closing, remember that following your strategy to the end is what gets the job.

You would likely get the job earlier than you anticipate. But then, the day you get the job, your search for job is over. So, do all you can to get a Top Job now.

Job Interview Responses - Top 11 Don’ts

2010-05-19T05:25:00.000-07:00

Determine to be liked in the interview and then carefully execute your strategies like a captain leading his troops to the war front to attain real success at your job interview.

“Success is a progression of small steps, one building on another eventually creating monumental momentum”

Being liked during a job interview is a very important strategy to gather enough points/ scores and get a job earlier than those with more expertise or professional knowledge than you.You must develop excellent interview responses and avoid bad responses.

Interviewers are also human. They respond to their emotional urge in liking you when you display certain qualities, chief of which are trust and high confidence level when responding to interview questions.

More importantly, you should not goof during your job interview by exhibiting any of these traits:

1. Don’t smile too much: During a job interview, it can be misinterpreted for a sign of nervousness or lack of confidence. However, you should smile when there is an occasion for it but not sheepishly.

2. Don’t ask petty questions: In job interviews, it is important that you display professionalism and deep interest in the job itself. Asking questions about ‘lunch time’, ‘coffee breaks’… can create an unserious person perception.

3. Don’t sweat: Wearing too much clothing to job interviews can make you sweat unusually coupled with the tension of the interview itself. Any trickle of sweat, especially in an aerated place, can be seen as weakness or nervousness.

4. Don’t say too much ‘NO’: Avoid hesitating or saying ‘no’. You are expected to show eagerness to take on new tasks and projects.

5. Don’t use humor wrongly: As much as a little giggle might help lighten up your mood, you should be aware of the level of sensitivity of your interviewers before you say anything funny.

6. Don’t lie: Once you lose their trust, you’ve lost the job. Moreover, you should begin to appreciate your own qualities, skills, talents and abilities – that way, you‘d only need to promote yourself without lying in your job interview responses.

7. Don’t talk too little: Talk too little – they’d think you don’t know much ! So, as much as you are not expected to drift away into irrelevant information about the job, you should exhibit high knowledge of your industry or the company.

Your first task is to be very knowledgeable about the industry and the second is about the company.

8. Don’t say “Em … you know what I mean”

9. Don’t use “Right! ….”

10. Don’t use slangs

11. Don’t say “As in ….like…”

In summary, be your real self when responding to job interviews questions. If your real self is not good enough, then go and develop yourself.

Emotional Intelligence (Emotional Quotient) during Job Interviews in Nigeria

2010-05-17T10:03:00.000-07:00

Use high emotional intelligence to garner points for yourself during your interview. Avoid pitfalls many people fall into by being inadequately set for these kinds of questions.

Many organizations now use emotional intelligence (Emotional quotient) testing to hire new staff. It is a strong indicator of whether a candidate will succeed in the job or break down from personal or relationship stress or even negatively impact team- work ability of existing staff.

“If you view all the things that happen to you both good & bad as opportunities, then you operate at a higher level of consciousness”

Les Brown

What recruitment managers want to know is if you are aware of your feelings and actions and how they affect people around you.

The ability to stay calm and in control is highly valued in organizations today. So, you should be able to keep your emotions under control even when things go wrong.

Let’s examine some Emotional intelligence questions:

1. “Think of a conflict that occurred between you and your colleague or boss. How did it start? How did you resolve it?”

2. “Tell us about a time when your feelings or mood affected your job performance positively or negatively. How did you handle it?”

In this job interview situation, you must demonstrate that you are a master of your mood. Even when angry, you are expected to display self control. Emotional intelligence in a job requires that you control your feelings for the sake of team-work and success of projects

3. “Do you remember a time you said something that had negative impact on your customer, colleague or boss? How did you know the type of impact?”

4. “Have you ever been in a business situation whereby you felt you needed to change your behavior? What was it? What did you do?”

5. Have you ever benefitted from a disappointment?

You must be able to demonstrate that you can easily identify your shortcomings by yourself and quickly adjust. An emotionally intelligent person can see himself as he is and make valuable and positive adjustments.

6. “Can you think of any anytime or situation where you felt you were on the wrong course? What was it? How did you know? What did you learn from that experience?”

Recruiters want to know that you can pick up lessons from your day-to-day interactions with clients. It’s a sign that you have the ability to grow and develop in the job.

7. What do you think of your last boss?

8. Describe a situation where your work or idea was criticized.

9. Tell me about a time when you worked with a difficult person.

In job interviews like this, you are suppose to display a high capacity for understanding others perspective and technically convey your own point of view without making a fuss anything.

Generally, it is expected that an emotional intelligent person would value others, listen to their wants and needs and empathize/identify with them at different levels or situations.

· You should take responsibility for your actions – apologize directly when you hurt somebody’s feelings rather than avoid the person or ignore the issue.

· Accept that you are not perfect and you can work on some areas to become a better person. You must be able to look at yourself honestly

· Don’t worry too much about getting praise for your hard work

· Look honestly at how you think and interact with others – put yourself in their shoes and be more pen to accepting their perspectives and needs.

These are indicators of high emotional intelligence- an invaluable trait in the corporate world and a good tool in a job interview.

As a final point, you should begin to examine your ability to put yourself in another man’s shoes (your emotional intelligence) properly even before you are being invited for a job interview. Emotional quotient is a lifetime tool of success. So, make it a duty to use it wisely.

BANKING & INSURANCE JOBS IN NIGERIA

2010-05-15T09:34:00.000-07:00

Nigerian banks actively recruit from just about any discipline.

It is important for you to get your CV across to these banks. Remember, the lucky person is the smartest person.

So, act as fast as you can.

Get a compelling CV ready and visit the relevant sites (to you) to submit your applications. Remember to visit their career pages to know how to tailor your CV & Cover letter. You can also get more info (history, capital base …) on the organization.

First Bank Nigeria

Join Our Team

Online Application

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Skye Bank

Careers

Entry Level

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Access Bank

Careers

Find Vacancies

Apply

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First City Monument Bank (FCMB)

Careers

Vacancies

Apply

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Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB)

Careers

Send your CV to recruitment@gtbank.com

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UBA Group

Careers

Find jobs

Online Application

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Oceanic Bank

Careers

Send your CV to hr@oceanicbank.com

Oceanic Bank

Intercontinental Bank Plc

Careers

Online Application

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Zenith Bank

Careers

Online Application

Recruitment form

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FirstInland Bank(FIN Bank)

Careers

Online Application

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Unity Bank Nigeria

Careers

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Ecobank

Careers

Job openings

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Afri Bank

Careers

Online Application

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Fidelity Bank Plc

Careers

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Wema Bank

Recruitment Procedure

Recruitment form

Send CV to

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Diamond Bank

Careers

About Careers

Diamond Bank

Stanbic IBTC Bank

Careers

Apply

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Bank PHB

Careers

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Sovereign trust insurance

Careers

Online Recruitment

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Niger Insurance

Careers

Job Opportunities

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Unic Insurance

Careers

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OIL & GAS JOBS IN NIGERIA

2010-05-15T09:31:00.000-07:00

The Oil and Gas industry has been paying huge salaries for a long time in Nigeria.

Engineers are particularly opportune in this sector, though they employ from all disciplines.

You should apply to them as fast as you can.

Remember to visit their career pages to know how to tailor your CV & Cover letter.

You can also get more info (history, capital base …) on the organization.

Chevron oil Nigeria

Careers

Job search

Oando Plc

Careers

Send CV to
careers@oandoplc.com

Addax petroleum devt

Careers

Online Application

Nigeria Oil & Gas

Careers

Vacancies

ENI

Careers

Submit CV

Total Nigeria

Careers

Join Us

Sahara Group

internal.recruitment@sahara-group.com

IT & TELECOMMS JOBS IN NIGERIA

2010-05-15T09:25:00.000-07:00

The increase complexity in industries has created a big gap for ICT jobs seekers. Find below some important ICT firms in Nigeria.

Remember to visit their career pages to know how to tailor your CV & Cover letter.

You can also get more info (history, capital base …) on the organization.

Chams Nigeria

Careers

Online Application

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ZAIN NIGERIA

Careers

Apply

GLO NIGERIA

Careers

Careers

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Etisalat Nigeria

Careers

Send your CV to careers@etisalat.com.ng

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IHS Nigeria Plc

Careers

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Starcomms Nigeria

Careers

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Mtech communications

Careers

Send your CV to careers@mtechcomm.com

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MANUFACTURING & OTHER NIGERIA HIGH-PAYING JOBS

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Many graduates have found satisfaction in manufacturing firms like P & G, Guiness, Breweries etc because they avail you of international training opportunities, good working conditions and huge remuneration.

You should apply as soon as you can

Remember to visit their career pages to know how to tailor your CV & Cover letter. You can also get more info (history, capital base …) on the organization.

Procter & Gamble, Nigeria

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Send CV to recnigeria.im@pg.com

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PZ Cussons

Career in Nigeria

Vacancies

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Nestle

Career

Graduate Recruitment

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Unilever Nigeria

Careers

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Guiness

Careers

Graduate Programme

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Nigeria Breweries

Homepage

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BAT Nigeria

Careers

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Coca-Cola

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Job Search

KPMG Nigeria

Careers

Send CV to
careers@ng.kpmg.com

KPMG Campus

PWC

Career

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Accenture, Nigeria

Careers in Nig.

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Akintola Williams Delloite, Nigeria

Careers

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Send CV to recruitmentNG@deloitte.com,

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BGL Limited

Careers

Send your CV to hr@bglltd.com or careers@bglltd.com

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WHO International

Careers

Vacancies

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Virgin Nigeria airways

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Send CV to Careers@virginnigeria.com

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How to Dress for Job Interviews in Nigeria – The Lady Appearance

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How a lady dresses for job interviews is a significant factor that determines how the outcome of the interview would be like.

A good rule of the thumb is to dress for interviews professionally and appear quite conservative unless you are applying to be an actress, a model or for similar roles.

Below, we have highlighted a few items a lady should pay more attention to when it comes to her attire for job interviews.

Suit
A lady is expected to wear a classic softened shirt on suits. Avoid low-cut blouses or any outfit at all that appears sexy.

Your outfit should be ready (well ironed) more than 24 hours before the interview time.

Head tie
A pure silk scarf is good for a conservative appearance during job interviews. It does not need to match your outfit- only to complement it. Use plain color, fine silk or small polka dots.

Shoe
It is more acceptable to wear plain shoes rather than multi-colored ones. Avoid high heels- flat shoes or those with heels up to 2.5 inches are still okay. However, your belt should complement or match your shoes.

Accessories
Keep your necklace and ear rings small and professional looking. Restrict rings to engagement or wedding bands. A single bracelet on your wrist is acceptable but not on the ankle. Also, avoid sun glasses or other shading.

Make Up
Try to appear natural –at worst, little lip stick with subtle eye make-up. Avoid long fingernails and false eye lashes (unless you are applying for funky jobs).

Most importantly, wear outfits of good quality that look good on you.

Hygiene
A lady must observe a high degree of personal hygiene when going for job interviews.
Avoid smelling awful or exuding any form of odor before your interviewers.
Make sure your cloths are newly dry cleaned and well- ironed.
Avoid heavy perfume or deodorants.
Avoid breath mints but maintain a high oral hygiene.

Finally, a good strategy that works most of the time is to dress the way the staff of the organization usually do. However, if the organization seems to accept carefree dressing, still try to appear professional.

NOTE:
• If the job interview lasts more than one day, wear different outfits for each day.
• Avoid wearing anything that reflects a particular group, religion, political campaign, school or club.

Tactics in the Job interview room

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“Develop the ability to constantly acquire new battle strategies that you can use at the war front”

To be successful at job interviews, it is important for applicants to apply predetermined strategies to create a strong impression on the interviewer.

At this point, your CV has succeeded in properly marketing you to the recruiter. Now, you must prove yourself beyond measure before the panel of interviewers.

Arrival

To begin with, try to arrive at the interview venue about 30 minutes earlier. Even if the interviewers are behind schedule, remain calm. An easy way out is to always hold a reading material along when going for interviews. It diverts your attention in times like this and can help you reduce anxiety or nervousness.

Interview Room

First, determine to make the interviewer like you- he should be comfortable with you and you must demonstrate that you meet the requirement for the job”

Walk steadily and tall as you enter the room: This is called your ‘carriage’ – the way you carry yourself. You must demonstrate personal confidence as you make your way in.

If you normally get clumsy during interviews or you suspect you might get clumsy, you can quickly take breath exercise just before your time to enter. Breathe deeply in and out for at least 5 times. Let each breath last about 8 seconds.

You can also say to yourself “I am calm and composed”. This looks like ritual but it does help a lot of people.

Wait until the interviewer offers you a seat before you grab a chair. The polite way to ask if necessary is “where would you want me to sit?”

Avoid crossing your legs or exposing the under of your shoe.

Knock the door and get a reply before entering into the room: This is just for the sake of courtesy. Your interviewers would only be willing to pass candidates with courtesy.

Moreover, you must treat your interviewers with respect and this is your first impression.

In addition, interviewers might still be putting the scores of the last interviewee together or just preparing to receive you, so you should not just bump in on them.

Make sure you greet with eye contact plus a warm smile: Look him or her in the eyes but not rudely.

Just make sure you keep catching his or her eyes. It’s a good way to create a connection (a bond) between you. If you are before a panel, make sure you look each of the interviewers in the eyes when he or she is talking.

Keep your head up and maintain good eye contact throughout the conversation. Another strategy is to keep catching their eyes when you are responding. They would more likely believe you instantly than if you look away or at the floor.

More importantly, if you are smart, the eyes of your interviewers plus their non-verbal body language are a great tool to help you know how you are performing.

Get ready to shake hands (but ensure the interviewer takes the lead): Handshakes signal cooperation and friendliness. Match the pressure extended by the interviewer but don’t overdo it. Use one hand and shake vertically, smile and lean forward.

Tactics in the Job interview room

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