How to Structure and Quantify Your CV for Job Success

A strong CV is not about listing duties—it’s about showing impact. In this episode, we break down how to structure your CV professionally and quantify your achievements so employers can clearly see your value.

What You’ll Learn

• Why CV structure matters for readability and shortlisting
• The ideal CV sections recruiters expect
• How to move from job duties to measurable achievements
• Simple ways to quantify results even when you don’t work with numbers
• Common CV mistakes that cost candidates interviews

Recommended CV Structure

1. Professional Summary – Clear, targeted, and role-specific
2. Key Skills & Competencies – Technical and soft skills aligned to the job
3. Work Experience – Achievement-focused, not task-based
4. Education & Certifications – Relevant and recent first
5. Projects, Attachments & Extras – Industry exposure, internships, leadership

How to Quantify Your CV

• Use numbers: percentages, volumes, timelines, improvements
• Show outcomes: efficiency gained, costs reduced, results achieved
• Apply the Action + Task + Result formula
• Examples:
  • “Improved student pass rate by 25%”
  • “Handled records for over 300 clients”
  • “Completed projects 2 weeks ahead of schedule”

Common CV Mistakes

• Listing responsibilities instead of achievements
• Using long paragraphs instead of bullet points
• Generic CVs for every job application
• No metrics, results, or evidence of impact

Key Takeaway

Recruiters spend seconds scanning your CV. A well-structured CV with clear results and numbers instantly communicates competence, credibility, and confidence.

🎓 Who This Episode Is For

• TVET trainees and graduates
• University students and fresh graduates
• Career switchers
• Professionals seeking promotion or better opportunities