Employment and Labour cautions work seekers to refrain from sending acquaintances to submit job applications on their behalf

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15 October 2022

The Department of Employment and Labour in Limpopo: Public Employment Service Unit, has on 14 September 2022 hosted a work seekers registration drive outside Jane Furse, gaMashabela.

The purpose of the drive was to help correct errors that most work seekers make when drafting CVs as well as registering them on the Employment Service of South Africa.

Career Counsellor Thabo Kgoale said " there is a lot of mistakes that work seekers make that hinder them from getting employment such as typing errors, untidy CVs, asking advice pertaining CV writing from unknowledgeable individuals, poor interview skills and not putting required skills and knowledge on the CVs.

Kgoale informed work seekers to compile CVs that are fully detailed and updated according to the post they are applying for.

"On the referencing part, applicants should put their former employers as they know their work ethics, qualities and skills rather than family members".

Young people have devices that can be used to look for employment but rather spend time on sites that are not self-empowering. Visit online newspapers to check for job opportunities, check billboards and notice boards," said Kgoale.

Work seekers were encouraged to prepare before going for interviews, look presentable and also research about the job, consult with Career Counsellors about the nature and background of the job as well as have self-confidence during interviews.

"One of the biggest ignorance that people make is sending someone to submit applications on their behalf. Make an effort to look for employment on your own," Kgoale warned.

As a work seeker, you are urged to beware of scammers and apply for opportunities that are known by everyone and do not require cash in return.

Work seekers were informed that even though they have no qualifications, there are jobs that do not require qualifications and matric such as hair plating, selling items, and artwork and therefore they should never undermine their ability while waiting for permanent employment. “Through ESSA we will make a difference in the communities,” Kgoale concluded.

The drive is set to continue on the 15 September at Phaahla Community Hall, and 16 September 2022 at Marishane Moshate.

For media inquiries contact:

Lerato Mashamba

Provincial Communication Officer

082 908 1833/ lerato.mashamba@labour.gov.za

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Issued by: Department of Employment and Labour