Searching for a job in Nairobi can be so stressful and tiresome. Everybody would want a job that will provide enough financial stability. However, that may be so hard in Nairobi. There is no magic in finding a job in the city but below are some of the proven ways to land a job in this busy city;
1. Only search for a job you qualify for
Nowadays there are a number of websites established to provide job vacancies to whoever may consider finding new jobs. Websites like fuzu.com and kenyamoja.com advertise wide variety of jobs. Choosing to apply for a job you qualify for can help you get employed quickly as compared to choosing one you have no qualifications for. You can digest this.
2. Connect with people around
As the say goes 'kupata job Nai ni connections tu' - 'finding a job in Nairobi requires connection'. Go out there and link with friends or make new ones. Having many people around you knowing you are seeking for a job can help you land a job faster than you think as they will connect you with job owners or inform you of any job vacancy that they come across.
3. Enrich your CVs for they are the basic tool for job search in Nairobi
You must have a CV and the CV should not be too shallow when you have a lot to include therein. If you have a lot of skills, experiences and achievements then ensure they are all included in your CV. A mature CV is the key to employment in the city.
4. Sign up for job alerts
Life in Nairobi has been made simpler by job website owners. An example of such sites is fuzu.com. They have a platform where you sign up with your email address for job alerts after indicating your areas of professionalism. Another example is Career Point Kenya where you sign with your email to receive job alerts direct into your inbox.
5. Apply for many jobs
This is self-explanatory. Do not apply for one job and sit back. Apply for several jobs and wait. It is hard to miss out on an interview invite after applying for many jobs unless you don't really qualify for all of them.
HINT: Your personality is far much better than your CV. When called for an interview, make sure you express a positive personality, be confident and prove to your employer that you really qualify for the job. A dull personality with a good CV isn't that great.
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