How to get a job in Government EP 3 | Interview prep & how to answer Tell me about yourself | SA🇿🇦

Hi! Fam
Thank you for the love and support. On this video I am sharing the last part the series on how to find a job in government. On this video we are talking about how to best prepare for an interview.
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00:46:06 Intro
2:16 Prepare
4:44 Don’t be a robot
6:37 Refer back to your CV
7:59 Tell us about yourself
10:43 How to respond to questions
14:00 Prepare questions for the panel
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Keep learning and putting yourself out there, a bright future is open for those willing to work hard, learn and grab opportunities.

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Update, I'm going to an interview tomorrow at GLB. Just had to come here and refresh my memory and see if I've prepared enough. Pray for me❤

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Hi Ms Nxumalo, have you done a video on interview tips for government internships? Those would come in handy. Just recently subscribed.

[@JennNxumalo]

They are not so different from the tips I shared here the only difference is that they wont ask work experience questions. It will be more skilled focused.

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Hi Jennifer. Firstly thank you so much for these very informative videos I promise you I have learnt thinks that I never thougnt I would learn in the internet. however. I find it very dificult to find positions that are in line with my qualification. I have a Diploma in law which I obtained via Unisa last year. Also last year I was doing my LLB Degree which is currently on hold due to funding revocation by NSFAS for reasons i do not know. I currently working as security guard. what are the things are can do to better my chances with regard to employment in the legal field.

[@JennNxumalo]

You need to get an internship, many departments are currently hiring interns. Or try getting internships in private companies. Department of higher education is currently looking for interns.

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Hey Jennifer, thank you so much for the informative video ! It definitely will help in future ❤️. I have a question though.. throughout the video - you kept mentioning how one can link or connect their experience with some of the details written on their CV. For someone like me, who doesn't have any experience - how would you advise they answer some questions (have the knowledge and ability to do work but don't have experience)? Can I ask that you do a video on interviews without experience and maybe touch on your internships aswell ? ❤️

[@JennNxumalo]

Focus on linking your skills to the job, when it comes to applying focus on your strengths and not your weaknesses. I will include applying for internships or entry level on the next work vlog I will do. Thank you for the suggestion.

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Much ❤ sis My question is many government internship roles don't have a job description which becomes problematic especially when applying because you really don't know what they're looking for and how best your skills fit. Its even worse when you get to the interview stage because you really don't know what you're preparing for. Please help 🙏

[@JennNxumalo]

That is very true. They don’t ask complicated questions during interviews for internships. They ask questions like tell us about yourself, where you see yourself in 5years and computer/writing related questions. Also learn about the department and their legislations, learn about their aim.

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Hi Jennifer, I hope that you are well. I had been sending out applications without getting any response. I have decided to include cover letters to help me stand out in my applications explaining my skills, and how they align with the job requirements and why I think I'd be a good candidate. Is me including a cover letter going to help me stand out or am I wasting my time by doing so?

[@JennNxumalo]

Hi! Xolisa, In government it is a waste of time. In private sector yes it might help but depends on how you wrote it. Many times when we apply and hear nothing the problem is not our CV (unless its not written well), it’s just that we did not meet what they needed.

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[@JennNxumalo]

It is more than possible sis’wami to get an internship with a Diploma, the challenge now is that it has became difficult to land an internship. But do not give up, keep knocking on doors when ever opportunities open up and apply.

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Another question, is it wise to use vernac in interview when you forgot an English word?

[@JennNxumalo]

It may count against you because you may find that there are people who don’t know that language and may fail to understand you. Stick to simple English and if the need truly arises where you forget a word ask to say it in your language first before saying it, that will be a sign of being considerate 💐😊.

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So does one one say “thank you for the question” after every question?

[@JennNxumalo]

For me saying thank you before responding to the first question sets a tone for my response and gives them a glimpse to who I am. However, you don’t have to say thank you for the question if it does not come naturally to you because it will come off as fake.

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