competency-based CV - New Zealand Customs Service

Include any short courses youhave done that are relevant tothe role and remember toinclude something about yourcomputer skills. You caninclude your secondaryeducation but don’t need to gointo detail of subjects studiesetc eg, 1981, UniversityEntrance, St Mary’s College issufficient.DateDateEducation and trainingName of qualification eg:National Certificate in Border ManagementInstitution that awarded the qualification eg:Public sector training organization (PESTO)Course completedComputer skills acquiredInterests/hobbiesThis section can be used to highlight the skills you havedeveloped outside work, such as leadership roles in sportsclubs or community service. It can also give the selectionpanel a little insight into you as a person. This sort ofinformation is optional.RefereesIf you include referees be sure to include their position titleand contact details. You may state that the referees areavailable on request.CompetenciesThis is the most critical section of your CV for Customsroles.The competencies can be found on the last page of the roledescription.Drawing from your experience, including outside of work,you must describe how you have demonstrated eachcompetency that is required for the role.You may include this as a section in your CV or in the formof a covering letter for your application. However, thisinformation must be included.An example of the type and detail of information required isincluded on the following pages.17