1. TPP Not for Profit CV Workshop

2. About TPP 16+ years experience with large variety of charities All of our consultants are sector specialists Large network of potential employers Shared values with the third sector Cover all types of charity role, all levels of staff, permanent, contract & temporary vacancies

3. Why spend time on your CV? Need to sell your skills and experience make you look your best Employers get hundreds of applications (especially for entry-level roles) Employers dont have much time be concise

4. What goes on a CV? Contact details Personal statement (optional) Key skills (optional) Employment history Education and qualifications Additional information References

5. Contact Details Full name Address (home) Telephone number (home and mobile) Email address (personal but professional) lazysod@hotmail.com Dont give work contact details Dont include a photo

6. Personal Statement Tailor to each application Summary of your skills and experience Keep it short - couple of paragraphs Dont repeat cover letter / supporting statement Include three things: Who you are What you can contribute Your career aim

7. Personal Statement

8. What is a key skill? enthusiasm communication Raisers Edge teamwork budget management campaign management managing agencies ambitious problem solving organisation work under pressure proactive honest principled fast learner

9. Key skills Pull out requirements from job description Give evidence to demonstrate each skill

10. Employment history Probably of most interest to employers Most recent first List duties and responsibilities Give measurable achievements where possible Include voluntary experience Do not lie or exaggerate will be found out at interview

11. Education & Qualifications Most recent first Give full titles of course/qualification and dates State if incomplete or ongoing List anything relevant World pie-eating champion 2010 If overseas qualification, check UK equivalent

12. Additional Information Any other useful information, eg Languages IT skills or software used Hobbies and interests Personal achievements Voluntary/charity work Include level of proficiency

13. References Can write references available on request Will need at least two Choose recent but good referees Get permission before using their name

14. Presentation Clear, uncluttered and professional Formatting consistent throughout Avoid long paragraphs use bullets instead Use headings, sub-headings and bold to make important info stand out Dont use unusual fonts or colours Dont use tables or tabs Proofread! Dont rely on auto spellcheck

15. Most Common Errors Mistakes in spelling and grammar I speak fluent English and Spinach Long sentences and too much irrelevant detail Lack of specifics (roles, dates, achievements) Incorrect contact info Lack of tailoring to role (check CV filename) GenericCV2013.doc

16. Most Common Errors Over-formatting with images, fancy fonts etc

17. Cover Letters / Supporting Statements Whats the difference? Similar content, but supporting statement should be specified and guided Chance to demonstrate your personality and passion

18. Cover Letters / Supporting Statements Dont repeat CV Must be tailored to each application Follow any guidelines given! Match each point of job description / person specification

19. Cover Letters / Supporting Statements First and last lines must give a good impression Introduce yourself Talk about the organisation and their mission and how you can contribute Provide evidence for your skills Keep it short and break up copy

20. Getting the most from your internship Do a good job! The more you give, the more you get Ask for feedback Learn from your co-workers Ask for advice Build your knowledge of different areas Volunteer Ask for a testimonial for your CV or LinkedIn