When you ready to submit your job application don’t forget the cover letter is just as important as your application or resume. Here are some tips to help you write a good cover letter.

• Customise every cover letter. Ensure it is relevant to the employer and position you apply for.
• Before starting your letter, clearly identify what skills and experience the employer is looking for. Check the job description and highlight the qualities that make you the perfect match for the position.
• Focus on what the employer wants to know. Try to convince them that you can do the job and that you’ll fit in and be an asset to the organisation.
• Make sure you include your contact details.
• In the opening paragraph, explain the purpose of your letter. Mention the position you are applying for and where it was advertised.
• In the closing paragraph thank the employer for taking the time to review your application. Also mention any attachments including your resume and any work examples.
• Keep your letter to no more than one page – the employer should be reading your resume in detail, not your cover letter.