Why Are You Not Getting A Job?

A vast majority of people who want to be in employment long for the day they will land their ideal jobs. An even bigger percentage of people long for the day they will land their first jobs. Statistics show that about 50,000 Kenyans graduate from tertiary institutions every year but one in every five Kenyans aged between 15 and 34 is unemployed. On the other end, the Kenyan job market is now experiencing what is known as under-employment in which people hold jobs that do not match their skills. Professional recruiting firms are increasingly seeing more and more people applying for jobs, with BrighterMonday receiving a job application every 17 seconds.

A look at these statistics indicates that the job market in Kenya is highly competitive and you need to do your best to get ahead. It has become a common occurrence for job seekers to make numerous applications with no call for interviews or to attend numerous interviews without clinching the jobs. Well, there is hope because below we will share tips that can help you get a job despite the competitive nature of the job market.

1. You Apply for Jobs Without the Necessary Qualifications

    

    

   Every job advertisement has a qualifications part. The qualifications typically describe the skills and competencies that the ideal candidate should have to enable them to perform their tasks effectively. Granted, you cannot have all the required qualifications so do not be discouraged by the fact that your qualifications do not match those of the job. However, always ensure that you have at least 80% of the minimum requirements to increase your chances of being called for an interview

   Make your CV stand out by customising it to the requirements of the job that you are applying for. Additionally, you should always ensure that your CV has only the necessary information to capture the attention of recruiters quickly. Apparently, even recruiters like your CVs short and sweet. If you are not sure how to structure your CV properly, you can get help from BrighterMonday’s professional CV services.

    2. You Don’t Sell Yourself

   A CV and an interview are opportunities for you to showcase the value you would bring to an organisation if you are hired. Think of it like selling a product to a customer. Your main pitch is based on the pain points that the product addresses, which is also known as your core value proposition. It is your job to showcase your suitability for the job by matching your skills and experiences to the job and by showing interest in the advertised position. Read more