CV guides
CV guides for South African job seekers
Clear, practical advice for writing a CV that recruiters and applicant tracking systems can read, from your first job to your next senior role.
Getting started
The essentials of a strong South African CV: structure, length, format and getting past applicant tracking systems.
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How to Write a CV in South Africa (Step by Step)
A practical, step by step guide to writing a CV for the South African job market: what to include, what to leave out, how to word it and how to format it. Read the guide -
How to Make an ATS Friendly CV (South Africa)
Learn how applicant tracking systems read your CV and how to format it so your details are captured correctly, with practical South African examples. Read the guide -
CV Templates South Africa: 8 Professional Designs
Professional CV templates for South African job seekers: what makes a good CV design, plus eight clean, ATS readable A4 designs and who each one suits best. Read the guide -
How Long Should a CV Be? South African Guide
How many pages should your CV be? Clear length guidelines for school leavers, graduates, experienced staff and executives in South Africa, plus how to trim. Read the guide -
CV vs Resume: What South African Job Seekers Need
CV or resume? Learn the real difference, which one South African employers expect, and how to adapt your document for local and international applications. Read the guide
By career stage
Practical advice for your first CV, your graduate CV and every step after that.
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CV for Matric Learners and School Leavers (SA)
How to write your first CV as a matric learner or school leaver in South Africa, even with no work experience: what to include, examples and a simple layout. Read the guide -
Graduate CV South Africa: Land Your First Role
Write a graduate CV that gets interviews in South Africa: structure, NQF levels, projects, vac work, learnerships and graduate programmes, with examples. Read the guide
By industry
What recruiters in specific fields look for, with examples you can adapt.
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Admin CV South Africa: Office and PA CV Examples
Write an admin CV for South African office jobs: receptionist, admin assistant, PA and office manager roles, with key skills, systems and example bullets. Read the guide -
IT CV South Africa: Developer and Tech CV Guide
Write an IT CV that gets interviews in South Africa: tech stack, projects, certifications and impact bullets for developers, support and data roles. Read the guide -
Nursing CV South Africa: SANC-Ready Examples
How to write a nursing CV in South Africa: SANC registration, clinical experience, specialities, community service and public sector tips, with examples. Read the guide -
Retail and Sales CV: South African Examples
Write a retail or sales CV for South African employers: cashier, store manager and sales rep examples, targets, stock control and before and after bullets. Read the guide -
Teacher CV South Africa: SACE, Phases and Examples
Write a teacher CV for South African schools: SACE registration, phases and subjects, CAPS experience, extramurals and results, with before and after tips. Read the guide
Applications
Cover letters and the rest of the application, so your CV arrives in good company.
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