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Cover Letter
A cover letter should
demonstrate to the reader that you have read the job
advertisement carefully and that you are truly interested
in that particular job. Many hiring managers will not
even look at a resume that does not come with a cover
letter.
The cover letter
should:
- Be straight to the point. Should
clearly link your experience and skills to the position
being advertised.
- Be no more than two pages long.
- Be positive and upbeat. Make
the hiring manager interested in reading your resume.
The cover letter
should NOT:
- Be a summary or repeat of your
resume.
- Be a uniform letter you send
with all job applications.
Here are some
examples:
Sample Cover letter
- Project Manager
Sample Cover Letter - Senior Administration Officer
Sample Cover Letter - General
(PLEASE DELETE
THE HIGHLIGHTED PARTS)
Your Full Name,
Address XXX,
dd/mm/yyyy
Mr/Ms Full Name,
Title,
Company Name,
Address (Company)
Dear (correct name of contact),
I wish to apply for
the position of Project Manager, Vacancy Reference Number
997/07, as advertised on zebrajobconnect.co.bw in September
2007.
I am a professional
project manager with expertise in the use of personal
computers to manage the projects and risk analysis;
and dealing with customers and staff at all levels.
My strengths include the ability to manage staff during
periods of change, generating management reports and
problem solving, and creating satisfied customers. I
have worked for six different companies, ranging from
a private enterprise small business, to a large domestic
telecommunications provider, two multinational telecommunications
suppliers, two large metropolitan hospitals and the
public service. I have demonstrated the following skills:
- To prepare Project Management
procedures for a new IT organization, assume control
of existing projects inherited from other divisions
and manage and create the project office environment
for new staff.
- Project Management of critical
telecommunications projects (PABX's, radio paging,
networked dictation solution) for a hospital group
spread over a large area.
- Telecommunications network design
experience and business financial management of design
sections.
- IT teams management and leadership
during a critical development phase for a major telecommunications
provider.
- Specifications, design and project
management of a Dictation system.
- Project management experiences
that involved negotiating contract variations and
substantial management of sub-contractor relationships.
- Developed and maintained performance
reporting (to senior management) which was linked
to generate the necessary reports, thereby enabling
a proactive approach to dealing with the customer.
- Approved the invoicing of the
project management service.
- Analyzed data to identify regional
performance issues and develop options for corrective
action to be taken.
- Negotiated the equipment type
and timing for customer's projects, resolving contractual
matters as they arise.
- I have been required to participate
in, and manage, teams of up to fifteen members. My
management style is participative with a focus on
developing and empowering others to achieve business
objectives. I look forward to discussing this opportunity
with you.
I would be very pleased
to discuss my application further with you at your convenience.
If you have any queries, please contact me on xxx (your
telephone number).
Yours sincerely,
(signed)
Print Your Name
Your
Full Name,
Address XXX,
dd/mm/yyyy
Mr/Ms Full Name,
Title,
Company Name,
Address (Company)
Dear (correct name of contact),
I wish to apply for
the position of Senior Administration Officer, Vacancy
Reference Number 998/07, as advertised on zebrajobconnect.co.bw
in September 2007.
I have enclosed my
resume to provide you with an overview of my experience
and training to date. I have over 10 years experience
working in an Administration/Office Management environments
in both private and private sectors. In my current position,
I supervise and provide leadership to approximately
16 staff.
I wish to build on
my achievements and take on a management position in
this area. To assist me in achieving this goal I have
recently completed a six-month course in Office Management
and Computing. As a result, I offer a combination of
practical experience and up to date theoretical knowledge.
I would be very pleased
to discuss my application further with you at your convenience.
If you have any queries, please contact me on xxx (your
telephone number).
Yours sincerely,
(signed)
Print Your Name
Your Full Name,
Address xxxxx,
dd/mm/yyyy
Mr/Ms Full Name,
Title,
Company Name,
Address (company),
Dear (correct name of contact),
I am looking to join
a company that values its staff and with whom I can
utilise my skills, contribute towards achieving company
goals and build a great career. I am writing to (the
company) seeking a potential position as a Senior Administration
Officer.
I have enclosed my
resume to provide you with an overview of my experience
and training to date. I have over 10 years experience
working in an Administration/Office Management environments.
In my current position, I supervise and provide leadership
to approximately 16 staff.
I wish to build on
my achievements and take on a management position in
this area. To assist me in achieving this goal I have
recently completed a six-month course in Office Management
and Computing. As a result, I offer a combination of
practical experience and up to date theoretical knowledge.
Please contact me
at your convenience if you require any further information
regarding my suitability. I shall telephone you next
week to talk about any positions you may have available.
Yours sincerely,
(signed)
Print Your Name
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