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General Interview vs Competency-based Interview Those who’ve applied for public sector roles, whether internally or externally, are likely familiar with Competency-based Interviews. In contrast, individuals in the private sector may have less exposure to this format, although interviewers in the private sector often receive training in preparing for and conducting Competency-based Interviews. So, what is […]

In the realm of job applications and interviews, understanding the disparity between skills and competencies is crucial. While often used interchangeably, they possess distinct meanings and implications within the recruitment process. Let’s delve into their disparities to equip you with the knowledge needed to navigate competency-based applications and interviews effectively. Understanding Skills in Job Recruitment

Mock interview is a common statement you hear from people when it comes to them seeking help with an up-and-coming interview, whether it be a general interview or a competency-based interview. They have completed and submitted their CV or completed their competency-based application form and wrote good examples to competency-based questions for an organisation and

From September to May every year, carparks in academic/further education will be full, not to mention Online courses. People rightly so, do and should invest in their job/career development by investing in new knowledge and information; however, they should consider what course they should invest their hard-earned money and precious time in and ask will

In preparing for any interview; competency-based interviews or general interviews, it is important that one has questions prepared to ask the Interviewers at the end of the interview. Yes, one can and do ask questions during the interview; however, the Interviewers usually ask at the end of an interview, one of the following three questions

Competency-based Interviews are now the norm when it comes to interviews in the public and private sector, especially the former. As you know a competency is ‘’…the ability to do something successfully or efficiently and possessing the quality or state of having sufficient knowledge, judgment, skill, or strength…’’. When the Interviewers ask Interviewees Competency-based Interview

When it comes to interview preparation, especially Competency-based Interviews, there are three things that are the source and foundation of your work:   The Department / Organisation that you will be working in The Job Description (not the job advertisement) Your Letter of Application / Cover Letter / CV / Competency-based Application Form   The

Outplacement Services are job / career guidance services offered to employees who are or have been made redundant by their current employer either through one of the following methods: Voluntary Redundancy Compulsory Redundancy Voluntary Redundancy is where your organisation requires existing staff to consider leaving / encourages them to leave the organisation because of over-staffing,

The word ‘Digital’ is taking over the world with everyone and everything On-line so as to make our lives easier and for us to work in more efficient and effective means. When it comes to applying for jobs, many private sector employers are requesting (sometimes demanding) your CV to be sent to them by digital