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Job Description
Job Description (JD) is an essential step towards attracting the right candidates or I should say, the top candidates.
A good job description not only attracts candidates but the right candidates.
Writing your own and unique job description will effectively communicate your company’s requirements and available positions for applicants.
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JDs that clearly define what a candidate would be actually doing in that profile or job are more convincing than the expectations displayed by the hiring managers or recruiters.
Five effective ways to write a great job description that is clear, concise and accurately defines the need are -
1. Be RealThe key to great job descriptions is to be real. Be honest about what the company does, what is the position all about and what the candidate will actually be doing.
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2. Job Title & Summary – Keep it short and simpleKeep the job title and summaries short and simple. The summary should be short and precise, not more than one to three sentences. You are pitching the candidate for the job, so keep it conversational.
3. Skills, Competencies & Qualifications• Skills and competencies should be listed separately from each other, as they are two quite separate things. When specifying qualification, separate the minimum qualifications, and the preferred qualifications or “good to have”.
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• Talk about the particular job and what it is like in your organization. Provide a link for the applicants to learn more about the job role. This gives the candidates insight into what they should expect if they were to work there.
4. Company’s Culture – Make it excitingIf you’re trying to attract top talent, you should pay attention to your culture section. It is always unique. This is where you get to win over candidates and get them excited about working for you.
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5. Videos – Show it to themIf you want to show the culture of your company to the candidates before they see your office, videos are as good as writing a great job description. Obviously, you want to show the candidates how amazing it is to work in your organization.
A Big Nooo!• Too many corporate jargons.• Vague Descriptions – Vague descriptions make it difficult for potential applicants to place themselves in a role and to decide whether they are qualified for the job and would enjoy the job.
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