Best Sample CV For A Fresh Graduate Looking For An Admin Job In 2017

Best Sample CV For A Fresh Graduate Looking For An Admin Job In 2017

By Susan Gitonga

Are you a fresh administration graduate looking for a job in Kenya?

Well, as a fresh job seeker you might not be aware of the role a CV plays when it comes to getting invited for interviews.

Your CV is the gate way to job interviews, so it goes without saying that you will need a professionally done CV which automatically attract employers when you apply for jobs.

If you have been tarmacking hard with no luck in getting that job do not worry, for most people it is a rite of passage. You have to go through a rough season before getting your dream job.

Let’s talk about your CV today, a good CV that will get you entry level jobs in the entry level market in Kenya.

Let’s groom it a bit.

First Tip:  It’s always great to have done some voluntary work in school, a project or an internship to act as your experience in your CV. This helps in looking for jobs as it shows the employer that you were an active student and that you were proactive.

Have a look at a good Sample CV for an Admin Job

Job Seeker’s Name

P.O Box 5555-00100, Nairobi

0720xxxxxx/0732xxxxxx.

Email: jobseeker@gmail.com

PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth: 20th January, 1990
Marital Status: Single

PROFILE SUMMARY

I am a recent Business Administration graduate from ABC University, with 6 months internship experience with XYZ Company which has enabled me to develop valuable skills and understanding of various administrative duties. I possess knowledge and experince in various Microsoft Office packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook which would come in handy in achieving your organization’s goals and objectives. Currently I am seeking a position in an ever-growing firm where I can learn and gaing more experience required in this industry.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Ability to interact with clients, staff and senior management

Ability to work independently, multitask and obtain results

Ability to complete tasks before and within stipulated time

Keen to details and excellent problem solving skills

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Kenya College of Accountancy (KCA): Certified Public Secretaries – Ongoing

ABC University: Bachelor of Commerce (Business Administration), 2014

XYZ University College: Certificate in Secretarial Studies, 2010

XXX High School: Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), 2007

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WORK EXPERIENCE

Job Title: Volunteer
XYZ Community Development Centre (Current)

Duties and Responsibilities

Managing and offering visitors and staff the necessary assistance required

Handling all incoming and outgoing telephone communications

Responsible for notifying the officer in charge, other office staff and the service providers on any arising issues

Ensure letters, parcels brought through the reception are delivered to the right office

Preparing and serving tea on a timely basis to regional staff and meetings held within the centre

Achievements: – Convinced and brought in a new donor to assist in the continuity of the centre

Job Title: Administrative Intern
XYZ Telkom Ltd (Feb 2015- August 2015)

Duties and Responsibilities

Received and processed customer orders

Handled inbound and outbound calls to resolve routine customer concerns in a timely and professional manner.

Assisted in resolving customer follow-up requests to provide and maintain the highest level of customer service.

Prioritized open, overdue and/or critical customer concerns and liaised to my supervisor as needed.

Probed to identify root cause and used approved customer offers (e.g., discounts, service calls) to retain customers.

Achievements: – Provided an excellent service to all customers and received recognition for best Customer Service intern.

INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
Creative Writing, Socializing, Volunteer, Filling Crossword Puzzles

REFEREES

Please feel free to contact the under mentioned in regard to my competence for the job at hand;
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Company
Contacts (Phone and Email Address

Name of Referee
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Company
Contacts (Phone and Email Address)

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Susan is a Communications Officer at Career Point Kenya. Email: susan@www.careerpointkenya.co.ke 

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