CV and cover letter guides
Short, practical guides for people applying for jobs in Ghana and beyond.
How to write a CV in GhanaA clear guide to writing a CV that Ghanaian employers read: what to include, how long it should be, the order of sections, and the mistakes that cost interviews.Cover letter format in GhanaThe formal cover letter layout used in Ghana: addresses, “Dear Sir/Madam”, the bold subject line, the body and “Yours faithfully”, with tips for each part.A CV for national service and fresh graduatesHow to write a CV when you are a fresh graduate or on national service in Ghana: how to show service, projects and skills when you have little paid experience.How to make your CV ATS-friendlyWhat an applicant-tracking system is, how it reads a CV, and the formatting and keyword habits that help your CV get through.How to tailor your CV to a job advertA step-by-step method for adjusting your CV to each job advert so the employer sees at once that you fit the role.How to write an academic CVHow to structure an academic CV for a lectureship, research post or postgraduate programme: sections, order, publications and referees.Application letter sample for Ghana jobsA sample application letter in the formal layout used in Ghana, with notes on what to put in each paragraph and how to adapt it to your own job.CV profile summary examplesFour short CV profile summary examples, and a simple method for writing your own that is true, specific and easy to read.A CV for nurses and midwives in GhanaHow to write a nursing or midwifery CV for Ghana: registration details, clinical experience, certificates and a clear profile.A CV for teachers in GhanaHow to write a teaching CV for Ghana: subjects, levels taught, training, licence details, school experience and referees.A CV for banking and finance jobs in GhanaHow to write a CV for banks and finance employers in Ghana: what they look for, how to describe customer, cash and compliance work honestly.Common CV mistakes and how to fix themThe most common CV mistakes that cost people interviews in Ghana, and a simple fix for each.CV vs resume: what is the difference?The difference between a CV and a resume, which one employers in Ghana usually expect, and when to use a longer academic CV.