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How to address key selection criteria

Key selection criteria (KSC) are a standard part of many job ads, especially for government positions. You need to master the art of addressing KSC if you want to get shortlisted for interviews.
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So you think you know how to write a resume

Here at Career FAQs, we’ve seen a lot of resumes - the long and the short, the wonky and the boooring. You think writing an effective resume is easy? It's not. To help you out, here are some of the more common resume no-nos we’ve observed.
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Stoopid resume mistakes and how to avoid them

If your reading this and can’t immediately spot the spelling error in this sentence, then you’re in trouble – because silly spelling or grammatical errors and typos in your resume could immediately sink any hope you have of getting an interview.
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Keywords: the secret to a powerful resume

In a world where resumes are usually sent in electronic form and often stored in databases, keywords are becoming an increasingly important tool that every job seeker should know about, and know how to use effectively.
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Selection criteria sample: Awareness of Occupational Health & Safety issues

The response to this selection criterion is modelled on the STAR approach.
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Selection criteria sample: Demonstrated literacy, numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail

The response to this selection criterion is modelled on the STAR approach.
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Selection criteria sample: Good general knowledge with an interest in reading and current affairs

The response to this selection criterion is modelled on the STAR approach.
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