You want to apply for a job, but you don't know where to start? The answer is easy; you need a CV. Building a CV should go under specific requirements and, more precisely, should meet the New Zealand style. Let's take a look at the necessary elements in a successful CV in New Zealand.

How to write a CV in New Zealand Style:

Before you start writing your CV, you should consider the following steps:

1.A CV makeover: 

A CV is not a ready-made document, it fits every job application. To increase your chances of being selected, you need to customize your CV and put the necessary changes for each application. Keep in mind that there is no such thing as an everlasting CV.

2.Choose your CV type:

 A CV type can tell a lot about your professional situation: 

-If you are an entry-level job applicant, you should go for a skills-focused CV

-If you are an experienced applicant, you should go for a work-focused CV

-If you are coming after a career gap or career change, you should go for a combination CV.

These are the types of CVs through which employers can tell about your professional situation.

3.Choose a CV template:

A CV template brings life to your content. Thanks to the internet, various CV templates reflect your personality, choice of colors and themes, and personalized taste. Employers pay attention to the stylistic side of your CV.

4.Read the job offer very frequently:

A lot of you may not realize how important it is to reread the job offer. Although you are 100ù sure about the position you have applied for, you still need to use the keywords embedded within the job offer. By using these words, you will give the impression that you have a great hold of the position and use the exact words employers use.

5. Write a catchy Summary:

After putting your name and personal information at the top of the paper, you can write a summary including your relevant work experience, skills, and significant quality. Do not overpass two lines. To keep updated with more professional tips, sign up to Fratres.

New Zealand CV Writing Tips:

When you start writing a CV, you should give attention to the following list:

1.Length: A CV in New Zealand is two pages long. So, try to be as brief as possible. Just concentrate on what is related to the job you are applying for. If you have non-relevant work experience, diploma, or any training/ internship, do not put it in your CV.   

2.Name and contact details: 

The top of your CV should introduce your identity and find you—no need to write an address with a ZIP code. Just put your phone number and email address straight after your full name.

2.Work experience: if you are using a chronological CV, list the most recent profession you have obtained first. Then, list the experiences that have connexion to the skills required in the job. It's good to show yourself professionally, but not all jobs are worth the presence. When you write about relevant work experience, try to list the significant roles and responsibilities in the job example:

2018-2019: Healthcare Assistant

• Checked patients' files
• Overseeing visits
• Offering medical care 

How can I Become a Health Care Assistant in NZ? Check it out!

3. List your skills: this is an important section that shows your abilities. Be careful not to over mention many skills and attributes in an exaggerated way. Just list the skills that are relevant to the job. Don't forget to give a short explanation for each mentioned skill. Example:

-Communication skills: ability to communicate in many languages

- Customer-service skills: ability to assist clients in remote contact as a call center agent.

4.Qualifications: 

List your educational achievements starting by the qualification type (degree, apprenticeship diploma, license, number of the qualification level, etc..), the institution's name, and the date you obtained this qualification.

4. Put referees in your CV:

This section is not standard in any typical CV. It's one of New Zealand's CVs to request the referees' contact details. In this case, just put one or two referees who can positively review your previous experiences. Before placing the referee's contact details, inform this person and take his/ her permission. If you are an entry-level applicant, you will not be concerned with this information.

 5. Edit and check

Many people are prone to grammatical errors. That's why it's essential to proofread your CV and check your content before submitting this document.

To sum up, a New Zealand CV style should include these points:

 Name Contact information Email

                                              Personal statements and objectives

Work Experience:

Establishment's name, job title, date 

Primary responsibilities (listed under each experience)

Skills: 

List three or four skills, using some explanations targeting your qualities and personality traits.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in …, University of Auckland, 2016

( you can put your grades of the majors related to the job such as Sc, Maths, English, etc.. )

Referees:

This section might include your previous manager's contact details. It can include your previous supervisors. Don't forget to put a formal designation such as;

Mr./ Dr. (referee's name), ( job title), ( workplace), (phone number), (Email)

This was a New Zealand CV style explained. Please follow these guidelines and put the changes relevant to your professional situation.