Your CV is the first thing recruiters see, so it needs to be clear, simple, and straight to the point. Many qualified Nigerians miss out on job interviews—not because they lack skills, but because their CVs are not well written.
Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to help you write a CV that gets noticed and lands you interviews.
1. Start With Your Contact Information
At the top of your CV, include:
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Full name
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Phone number
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Email address
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Location (e.g. “Ikeja, Lagos”)
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Optional: LinkedIn profile or portfolio link
2. Write a Short Personal Summary
In 3–4 lines, tell the recruiter:
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What kind of work you do
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Your key strengths
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What you’re looking for
Example:
Customer service professional with 3+ years of experience in telecom. Skilled in resolving complaints, managing CRM tools, and improving client satisfaction. Looking for a customer support role in a fast-growing company.
3. List Your Work Experience (Most Recent First)
For each job, include:
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Job title
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Company name
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Location
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Dates of employment (e.g. Jan 2021 – Apr 2024)
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3–5 bullet points describing what you did and what you achieved
✅ Use action words like “Managed,” “Improved,” “Created,” or “Delivered”
4. Add Your Education
Include:
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Degree or certificate name
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School name
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Location
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Year completed or “In view” if you’re still studying
Example:
B.Sc. Accounting – University of Abuja, 2021
5. Highlight Your Skills
Make a list of your top skills that match the job you’re applying for. Keep it short and relevant.
Example:
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Microsoft Excel
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Customer relationship management (CRM)
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Problem solving
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Communication
6. Keep It Simple and Neat
Use one font style, black text, and clear headings like:
CONTACT | SUMMARY | EXPERIENCE | EDUCATION | SKILLS
🖨️ Save your CV as a PDF (not Word) before sending
📄 Keep it to 1 page if you have less than 5 years of experience
✅ Final Tips
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Don’t include age, religion, marital status, or photo unless requested
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Always double-check for spelling and grammar
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Tailor your CV to each job—don’t just send the same one to every employer
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