SKILLS TO

SUCCEED
ACADEMY
Interactive, online employability
training program.

ACTIVITY
PACK
Getting a Job 9
To Apply or to
Not Apply

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TO APPLY OR TO NOT APPLY

This Activity Pack contains three activities to help you apply what you have learned in
the ‘To Apply or Not to Apply?’ module.
In Activity 1 you will perform a job-matching exercise, by deciding which character suits
which job the best. You will also get the chance to consider how your own skillset
matches different job descriptions.
In Activity 2 you will complete an exercise using resources and websites provided in the
Activity.

WHEN LOOKING FOR A JOB IT IS IMPORTANT TO:

1. Look in as many places as possible

2. Consider whether your skillset matches the skills asked for
3. Decide whether you are a right fit for the job

It is also important to note that:

• There’s a scenario in this module that is not applicable to the Philippine
context. Please see below:

Scenario Applicability to local context

Services offered by professional career

The slide 6 of the online module discuss
advisors are rarely available locally.
the help that job advisors can give in
Instead use the online, self-help
providing jobseekers jobs that they can
resources for job seeking needs like
apply for (based on their skills match).
JobStreet, jobsDB, Philjobnet.

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ACTIVITY 1: MATCH THE JOB

To improve your chances of getting a job, it is important to apply for jobs that suit your
skills. In the activity below, you will review 3 job descriptions, and then match the role to
the right job seeker. The skills of the three individuals are listed in the description box
proceeding the job descriptions. The correct answers are given upside down below the
answers table.
To practice understanding your own skills, compare your skills with the skills required to
do the job described in Job Description 4 and see how well your skills match the job.

JOB DESCRIPTION 1

Job Title: Waiter, Permanent Staff

Ref: G6023
Description: This position requires someone with an outgoing personality and the
ability to deal well with various customer needs and behaviors. You
will have to open the restaurant early each morning and be able to use
a handheld computer system to take customer orders.
Salary: $25,000/year
Location: Atlanta, Georgia

JOB DESCRIPTION 2

Job Title: $10/hour

Hours: 10am-6pm, Monday-Friday

Duration: 3 months
Description: Candidate will assist mechanics with repairs. No mechanic experience
required but some would be helpful. Applicants should be able to pick
up skills quickly, diagnose problems, perform repairs and clearly fill in
detailed repair reports on their own after 2 months. Some experience
of budgeting is desirable. Chance of a full-time position given if
impressed by hard work.
How to Email your resume and completed application form to cars@rus.com.
apply:
Employer: Auto Express

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JOB DESCRIPTION 3

Job Title: Junior Sales Team Manager

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Description: Position involves presenting sales pitches and undertaking
negotiations with medium-sized client companies. Requirement to
manage 4 junior salespeople. As the team manager, applicants will
need to work well with their team and ensure team members
remain motivated.
Employer: Large mobile phone company
Salary: $30,000/year.
Hours: Variable Shifts: Monday-Sunday

CANDIDATES

ANDY SAKIB LAURA

Commercial/Business
Problem-solving skills Verbal communication
awareness
Budgeting/money
Written communication Spoken communication
management
Persuading, influencing and
Determination Computing skills
negotiating skills
Budgeting/money
Adaptability Maintaining morale
management
Making effective
Fast learner Decision making skills
presentations
Striving for excellence Time management Leadership skills

Lateral thinking Language skills Decision making skills

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Your answers:

APPLICANT MOST SUITABLE JOB

Andy
Sakib
Laura
Answers: Andy - 2, Sakib – 1, Laura - 3

Now that you’ve had some practice, write down your skills in the table below and see
how well they match Job Description 4. Would you apply for this job? If so which skills
would you highlight? You can also practice matching your skills with Job Description 1 -
3 above.

YOUR SKILLS

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JOB DESCRIPTION 4

Job Title: Hotel receptionist, Permanent Position

Hours: 8am-5pm, Sunday-Friday

Wages: Monday-Friday $10/hour, Sunday $12/hour

Description: Candidate will be running reception and will need to be able to talk
to a variety of different customers and deal with all customer
needs. They will also be taking bookings and so will have to quickly
learn how to use our bookings program. The receptionist is
responsible for opening the reception counter at 8am sharp every
morning and will often be dealing with guests from overseas, so
being fluent in additional languages will be helpful.
Employer: ABC Hotel

ACTIVITY 2: USEFUL RESOURCES

There are many places to look for jobs. Below is a list to help you get started. Click on
each of the links and explore the type of information they provide.

ONLINE JOB FINDERS

Links for online job finders:

Online job finders can be used to search for jobs. Below is a list of some of
these to get you started.
Additional Links
o https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/
o http://www.poea.gov.ph/
o http://www.ojtcareers.com/
o http://www.monster.com.ph/

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RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

There are many recruitment agencies you can register with. The list below is a good
place to begin your recruitment agency search.

COMPANY WEBSITES

If you’ve already decided what company you want to work for, you can find potential
roles by looking on their website. Most company websites will have a ‘Careers’ section
or contact information for their recruitment team.

USING JOB SEARCHING RESOURCES

All the resources above can help you find a job. If you check them regularly you will
improve your chances of finding the right role! Before you can start using them, you may
be asked to create an account for the site – many of these are free.

1. Go online and check out some of the different websites that help with finding
job openings. Some examples of websites are detailed above.
2. Compare them and select which ones are best suited to you and the jobs you
want to apply for – some may be more focused on specific industries.
3. Create accounts for your chosen websites and fill in all your details if needed.
4. Search for some jobs that you might consider applying for so that you have
more of an idea of what is available.

Once you have created an account, make sure you monitor it regularly and update it as
you progress through your job journey. When you are applying for jobs, be sure to look
for opening on each of the sites you join.

REMEMBER

These Activity Packs are yours to keep. Make sure you review them regularly and
keep them updated.

You can also discuss them with advisors, friends, family and anyone else you
trust to provide valuable feedback.

For any questions or concerns on the context, please email us at

contact.ph@s2sacademy.ph

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