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P a g e 1 0 w e b s i t e : w w w . m i g r a n t n e w s . n z I w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m / w w w . m i g r a n t n e w s . n z I T r a v e l G a l o r e : www.travelgalore.nz Abann's Inspiring Journey: From Displacement to Community Empowerment Community advocate and educator, Abann Yor photo / supplied The ARCC (Aotearoa Resettled Community Coalition) focuses on community support services and empowering new residents and resettled communities (forced migrant experiences) in New Zealand, providing access to various services and initiatives to help individuals and groups integrate into New Zealand society. Community advocate and educator, Abann Yor, has been involved in community work with ARCC for over 18 years and in By Ricky Matthew 2014 he was made its Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Born in Sudan, Abann's journey began at the age of 13 when he became displaced within his own country because of the Sudan civil war. Seeking refuge, Abann and his family moved to Syria, before eventually settling in New Zealand in <strong>Sept</strong>ember 2005 with a permanent resident visa. Reflecting on his arrival, Abann described the support he received, saying: "When I arrived here, the services helped me to settle in. One of them is AUT - they give English language assistance. Health screening was at the Mangere Resettlement centre, as well as an introduction to the social welfare system and emergency services (fire, police and ambulance)." Upon his relocation to Auckland Abann faced the challenges of settling into a new country as a migrant. Accessing social welfare systems and pursuing education became significant hurdles. Recounting his early experiences, he said that the challenges at the time were accessing the social welfare system and a pathway to education. “Those are the kind of services that have been a challenge." Despite the obstacles, Abann took ownership of his journey, stating: "I've been able to take ownership and responsibility to pursue a pathway to employment and education." To overcome these challenges Abann enrolled for numerous qualifications in order to pursue professional development, including an Employment Skills English program at the Manukau Institute of Technology. "What that program offers you is a chance to study English while you are looking for a job." Sadly, Abann encountered difficulties in securing employment due to biases in the job market. He candidly expressed: "I found out that my name, being a foreigner, my appearance and my colour became a problem for me to secure a job." Undeterred, Abann persevered and landed his first job at a factory, followed by a position at a supply centre. His determination to support his family and contribute to the community fuelled his desire to create positive change. "When I was studying I The team at ARCC (Aotearoa Resettled Community Coalition). Abann Yor on the extreme right. Photo supplied. identified certain needs within the community. If I'm someone who knows English and there is a challenge for me, what about my community members who don't have the advantage of English?" This realization led him to become actively involved in the South Sudanese community, where he served as a chairperson and initiated numerous projects. Abann's commitment to community welfare eventually led him to the Aotearoa Resettle-ment Community Coali-tion (ARCC). Starting as a representative for the South Sudanese community, he later assumed roles such as youth coordinator, vice chair and eventually CEO. Under Abann's able leadership his organization has achieved significant progress in enhancing the well-being of new residents and resettled communities.
w w w . m i g r a n t n e w s . n z I w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m / w w w . m i g r a n t n e w s . n z I email: migrantnews@xtra.co.nz P a g e 1 1 Transform your CV into a job-offer magnet By Ricky Matthew One of the most significant challenges that migrants face in New Zealand is the need to adapt to the local job market. While skills and experience gained in and out of NZ can be valuable, they may not always translate directly into landing the job. This is where a wellcrafted CV can be a valuable tool in helping existing migrants to showcase their skills and experience in a way that is relevant to local employers. Trina Jones, co-founder and director of Cultivate Recruitment, has 25+ years of experience in the recruitment industry. Trina discusses the dos and don’ts for creating a standout CV. What are some of the biggest mistakes when writing a CV? A common red flag is when people don’t spellcheck their resume. Seems obvious, so don’t make the mistake when technology is at the click of a button to help you. A CV littered with spelling mistakes, poor grammar and not proofread is not a great look and we've seen a number of them. It’s the most important document you put in front of a prospective employer or recruitment company, so make sure it flows, reads well and is well presented and formatted. Are spelling mistakes a big turn-off for potential employers? Yes. It shows a lack of care and attention when it’s a critical document that you are presenting as part of the job application process. It may suggest that the lack of care and attention in your resume could also be how you behave at work. There is just no excuse, when technology is available to use. We are not all great spellers or amazing with grammar, so seek out some help by getting some feedback from someone else who can help with proofread it for you. Does it stop an employer from bringing you in for Trina Jones, Cultivate Recruitment an interview? Absolutely, it could work against you. It’s the difference between your application being considered or being redirected. Often when we are reviewing a CV you can see the promise and potential in someone’s background. If they’ve got a compelling background, then they may be lucky enough to get feedback. However, not every employer or recruitment agency has the time to go through that exercise with every candidate. If you look at the average time spent reviewing each CV, particularly if applicant volumes are high, it can average 7-10 seconds or less. You can imagine that if it’s not compelling or it is littered with mistakes, then you will move on to a CV that has better promise, has been presented well, has good relevance and is suitable for what you need based on the job brief. What are some top tips for enhancing your CV? If you’re putting a CV together, make sure it has a good framework with the below information as key headings: • Personal details (full name/email/contact number) • Career or Professional Summary • Skills • Work Experience •Qualifications/Education • Interests A few reminders: Iif you are going to include a photo or a personal email address, make sure that they’re both professional and suitable for a CV, not a photo that might be best suited to your social media. Ensure your work experience goes backwards from recent to old, your recent experience is most relevant, and be sure to include your key responsibilities alongside any achievements or accomplishments e.g. awards, promotions, results … Just remember not to go overboard with content so it reads likeas a novel; it’s important that a CV is easy to digest and read, but also isn’t too short, vague or presents more questions t h a n answers. So think about getting the balance right and consider which areas in your CV could be summarised, such as responsibilities, roles and experience that date back some years. Kiwis can be very modest, but it is important to showcase yourself in the very best light to ensure that your application creates a compelling reason for you to be called up. If your CV is being reviewed alongside others, and you are up against compelling backgrounds, what you have achieved can set you apart and can shine a great light on what you can bring to the table. Need more help? Check out our blog on looking for a new role for some helpful insights. https://www.cultivate.co. nz/post/guidance-whenlooking-for-a-new-role
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