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Tips on applying for a job above your level

  • 07-07-2013 5:25pm
    #1
    Faith
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 30,661 Mod ✭✭✭✭


    I've seen a great job advertised, something I'd really really love to do. I'm highly educated, but the job description puts more emphasis on experience really. It's essentially an admin position, and I know I'd be more than capable of it, but I'm afraid (with good reason!) that my CV will be thrown out because I have no real relevant work experience in the area.

    Can anyone give me some guidance on how to make myself seem more appealing and able? It's an application form, but there's a section where you can write basically why you're the right candidate for the job. Are there any good things to include that will catch the attention of the person going through the applications?


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  • #2
    April O Neill
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,305 ✭✭✭April O Neill


    Try and match your experience to the job spec as best you can. Go through each task mentioned in the job description and in the person spec they list.

    Admin is very tough to get into without the relevant experience though, I've found. Basically as they seem spoiled for choice with people who DO have the relevant skills. :-/


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