The NRSP – INSTITUTE OF RURAL MANAGEMENT (IRM) is one of Pakistan’s leading training facility in the non- profit sector recognized for quality, innovativeness and efficacy of its training programmes. It incessantly endeavours to set new trends and standards in the field of HRD and hence welcomes dynamic and committed individuals to strengthen its Human Resource Team. IRM is an equal opportunity employer and provides prospects for professional growth through training and exposure to its employees. Women are encouraged to apply.

INSTITUTE OF RURAL MANAGEMENT
6, Street # 56, F-6/4 Islamabad
Tel: (9251) 282 2752, 282 2792 Fax:(9251) 282 3335
Email: info@irm.edu.pk Web: www.irm.edu.pk

Resumes are what people use to get jobs, right?

A resume is a one or two page summary of your education, skills, accomplishments, and experience. Your resume's purpose is to get your foot in the door. A resume does its job successfully if it does not exclude you from consideration.
To prepare a successful resume, you need to know how to review, summarize, and present your experiences and achievements on one page. Unless you have considerable experience, you don't need two pages. Outline your achievements briefly and concisely.

Your resume is your ticket to an interview where you can sell yourself!

1. Resume Essentials

Before you write, take time to do a self-assessment on paper. Outline your skills and abilities as well as your work experience and extracurricular activities. This will make it easier to prepare a thorough resume.

2. The Content of Your Resume

Name, address, telephone, e-mail address, web site address

All your contact information should go at the top of your resume.

	Avoid nicknames.
	Use a permanent address. Use your parents' address, a friend's address, or the address you plan to use after graduation.
	Use a permanent telephone number and include the area code. If you have an answering machine, record a neutral greeting.
	Add your e-mail address. Many employers will find it useful. (Note: Choose an e-mail address that sounds professional.)
	Include your web site address only if the web page reflects your professional ambitions.

Objective or Summary:

	Be specific about the job you want. For example: To obtain an entry-level position within a financial institution requiring strong analytical and organizational skills.
	Tailor your objective to each employer you target/every job you seek.

Education:

New graduates without a lot of work experience should list their educational information first. Alumni can list it after the work experience section.

	Your most recent educational information is listed first.
	Include your degree (A.S., B.S., B.A., etc.), major, institution attended, minor/concentration.
	Add your grade point average (GPA) if it is higher than 3.0.
	Mention academic honors.

Work Experience:

Briefly give the employer an overview of work that has taught you skills. Use action words to describe your job duties. Include your work experience in reverse chronological order-that is, put your last job first and work backward to your first, relevant job. Include:

	Title of position.
	Name of organization.
	Location of work (town, state).
	Dates of employment.
	Describe your work responsibilities with emphasis on specific skills and achievements.

Other information:

A staff member at your career services office can advise you on other information to add to your resume. You may want to add:

	Key or special skills or competencies,
	Leadership experience in volunteer organizations,
	Participation in sports.

References:

Ask people if they are willing to serve as references before you give their names to a potential employer.

Do not include your reference information on your resume. You may note at the bottom of your resume: "References furnished on request."

3. Resume Checkup:

You've written your resume. It's time to have it reviewed and critiqued by a career counselor. You can also take the following steps to ensure quality:

Content:

	Run a spell check on your computer before anyone sees your resume.
	Get a friend (an English major would do nicely) to do a grammar review.
	Ask another friend to proofread. The more people who see your resume, the more likely that misspelled words and awkward phrases will be seen (and corrected).

Design:

These tips will make your resume easier to read and/or scan into an employer's data base.

	Use white or off-white paper.
	Use 8-1/2- x 11-inch paper.
	Print on one side of the paper.
	Use a font size of 10 to 14 points.
	Use nondecorative typefaces.
	Choose one typeface and stick to it.
	Avoid italics, script, and underlined words.
	Do not use horizontal or vertical lines, graphics, or shading.
	Do not fold or staple your resume.
	If you must mail your resume, put it in a large envelope.

Action Words

Use action words to describe your experience and accomplishments. Here are some actions words to use:

What Employers Want?

Employers say they are impressed by job candidates who have excellent communication skills, good grooming habits, and relevant work experience. Employers say they want trustworthy new hires who can move right in, get along with their co-workers, and get the job done without having to be babied at each step.

Top 10 Qualities Employers Seek

	Communication skills (verbal and written)
	Honesty/integrity
	Teamwork skills (works well with others)
	Interpersonal skills (relates well to others)
	Motivation/initiative
	Strong work ethic
	Analytical skills
	Flexibility/adaptability
	Computer skills
	Organizational skills

10 Steps to a Successful Interview

 

	Arrive on time.
	Introduce yourself in a courteous manner.
	Read company materials while you wait.
	Have a firm handshake.
	Listen.
	Use body language to show interest.
	Smile, nod, give nonverbal feedback to the interviewer.
	Ask about the next step in the process.
	Thank the interviewer.
	Write a thank-you letter to anyone you have spoken to.