Topic: Pls i need help in writing a cover letter

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Cover Letter Template
Contact Information
The first section of your cover letter should include information on how the employer can contact you. If you have contact information for the employer, include that. Otherwise, just list your information.
Your Name
Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Your Email Address
Date
Employer Contact Information
Name
Title
Company
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Salutation
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name:
Body of Cover Letter
The body of your cover letter lets the employer know what position you are applying for, why the employer should select you for an interview, and how you will follow-up.
First Paragraph:
The first paragraph of your letter should include information on why you are writing. Mention the position you are applying for. Include the name of a mutual contact, if you have one. Be clear and concise regarding your request.
Middle Paragraphs:
The next section of your cover letter should describe what you have to offer the employer. Convince the reader that they should grant the interview or appointment you requested in the first paragraph. Make strong connections between your abilities and their needs. Mention specifically how your skills and experience match the job you are applying for. Remember, you are interpreting your resume, not repeating it. Try to support each statement you make with a piece of evidence. Use several shorter paragraphs or bullets rather than one large block of text.
Final Paragraph:
Conclude your cover letter by thanking the employer for considering you for the position. Include information on how you will follow-up. State that you will do so and indicate when (one week's time is typical). You may want to reduce the time between sending out your resume and follow up if you fax or e-mail it.
Complimentary Close:
Respectfully yours,
Signature:
Handwritten Signature (for a mailed letter)
Typed Signature


WRITING A COVER LETTER
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Cover Letter
A cover letter is very essential in your job applications.
Your cover letter is the first thing employers see when they receive your application, so you have to make efforts to impress them.A cover letter is supposed to be a short document introducing yourself and explaining the job position being sought as a backing for ur CV. It's generally expected to be a short document in font size 11-12
An effective cover letter should explain the reasons for your interest in the organization and in the job you are applying for.
Make sure that your cover letter explains how your skills relate to the criteria listed in the job posting and how passionate you are about joining the company. U can see a SAMPLE below....wishing all the best...



SAMPLE 1

24 Adeniyi Jones Ave.
Ikeja, Lagos
Tel: 08030000000
24 May 2007
Personnel Manager,
Ecobank Nigeria Plc
2 Ajose Adeogun St.,
P.O. Box 72688, Victoria Island,
Lagos - NIGERIA

Dear Sir/Madam

ECO/GRA/2007/06/23 GRADUATE RECRUITMENT APPLICATION 2007
In response to the advertisement on the Guardian Newspaper of 24th May 2007, please find enclosed a copy of my CV for the position of Graduate Recruitment at your bank.
I am young, energetic and resourceful and graduated from Enugu State University with a degree in Geography. I have just completed my National Youth Service, during which I served as a Ticket Officer with Sosoliso Airlines, where I was responsible for the sales of flight tickets for over 3000 passengers per day. This heightened my accountability, dexterity and ability to work under pressure with little or no supervision.
My previous experience also exposed me to a lot of paperwork, records-keeping, cash handling, customer service, decision-making, working as a team; attributes I hope will be very significant in the kind of person you hope to employ at Ecobank.
I am very confident of maintaining high levels of commitment and consistency with multiple projects and work patterns and I believe I am fully informed on what this role involves, with an earnest passion to fulfil your objectives.
I will be glad if you consider me for this position. Hope to hear from you soon.

Yours sincerely,
Adebanjo Olukoya
Adebanjo Olukoya


SAMPLE 2

24 Adeniyi Jones Ave.
Ikeja, Lagos
Tel: 08030000000
24 May 2007
Personnel Manager,
Ecobank Nigeria Plc
2 Ajose Adeogun St.,
P.O. Box 72688, Victoria Island,
Lagos - NIGERIA

Dear Sir/Madam
APPLICATION FOR ENTRY LEVEL GRADUATE RECUITMENT POSITION
I was excited when I saw your advertised position stated above in the careers website (www..com) this morning and I am gladly sending you my CV for this role.
Presently, I am working with Excel Engineering Ltd where am doing my NYSC and responsible for the maintenance of electrical plants and machineries for the company’s diverse clients. This is related with my educational background which happens to be Electrical Engineering from the Ahmadu Bello University.
However, I have always wanted to work with Ecobank – as my personality best suits your overall corporate image. I am very articulate; with a high sense of record keeping, very strong interpersonal skills, effective communications ability and interests in finance. I have also been taking courses at the Nigerian Institute of Management, where I am exposed to the several aspects of patterns in the banking industry and business world.
Right through my studies and current professional engagements, I have proved to be self-motivated, value oriented, resourceful, adaptable, flexible and dependable – qualities that I am sure will successfully drive your bank’s corporate perspectives.
I will be eternally grateful if you consider me for this position.

Yours sincerely,
Adewale James
Adewale James


SAMPLE 3
24 Adeniyi Jones Ave.
Ikeja, Lagos
Tel: 08030000000
24 May 2007
Human Resources Manager,
Ecobank Nigeria Plc
2 Ajose Adeogun St.,
P.O. Box 72688, Victoria Island,
Lagos - NIGERIA

Dear Sir/Madam,

APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF MANAGEMENT TRAINEE
From your company’s web site, I learned about your recruiting graduates for Management Trainee positions. I am very interested in this position and I am confident that my level of education and work experiences will suit the nature of candidates you intend to recruit for these roles.
As you will see from my CV, I have recently graduated from the University of Lagos, with a B.Sc. in Economics, where I demonstrated extraordinary efficiencies in learning, adaptability and accountability. I was involved in several Management events in my Department. Noteworthy was my work for the Nigerian Economic Students Association, where I served as its Vice President from 2005-2007 Academic year.
At the moment, I am doing my NYSC with Eagle Insurance Plc, where I am responsible for marketing their Insurance policies to businesses in the Lagos Mainland areas. I am working closely with the Agency Manager and thus have an informed knowledge of the financial industry, while also acquiring Business Development skills.
Prior to this, I worked briefly at an Internet Café as Operations Officer, making sure that all the workstations of the business are running smoothly at all times and also implementing a code of conduct for the employees in the firm in order to improve their effectiveness. I received the Employee of the Month award from the Management for three consecutive months, highlighting my hard work, honesty and high sense of responsibility.
With my proven ability to manage great responsibilities from my experiences, I feel that I will be able to make a significant contribution to your bank’s overall growth.

Yours sincerely,
Idru Cecilia
Idru Cecilia



USE THE LINKS BELOW FOR MORE SITES THAT TREAT RESUMES, COVER LETTERS AND INTERVIEWS

http://www.oilandgasjobsearch.com/cvtips.aspx
http://www.resumeandcoverletters.com/
http://www.workgateways.com/resume-howto.html
http://www.hserecruitment .co.uk/page/index.asp?pag ecalid=7&pageid=31
http://www.hospitalityrec ruit.com/candidates/resum e-tips
http://www.netserveafrica.com/jobs
http://www.careers.deloitte.com/
http://www.telecomcareers .net/resources/careercert /index.htm
http://www.statefarm.com/ about/careers/resprep.asp
http://www.theladders.com /career-advice/interviewi ng
http://www.resumepayday.com/resumetips
http://www.clickjobs.com/ js/career-resources-artic les-preparation-overview. php
http://www.vault.com/job-search-advice.jsp
http://www.wetfeet.com/

[Your Name]
[Street Address]
[City, ST ZIP Code]
February 11, 2008



[Recipient Name]
[Title]
[Company Name]
[Street Address]
[City, ST ZIP Code]
Dear[Recipient Name]:
Thank you for the opportunity to discuss your opening for a[job title]. It was a pleasure meeting you on [date] and learning more about the position and[Company Name]. I was impressed with the projects that [Company Name] is developing and with your plans for the company’s growth.
I am enthusiastic about the possibility of working for you at[Company Name]. The position sounds like a perfect match for my skills and experience. Please contact me at [phone number] if you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]