| Fearoftheunknown |
13-02-2015 03:21 PM |
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Originally Posted by Unregistered
(Post 62669)
How can the hr or whoever shortlisting the applicants be able to tell all the boded part from a single piece of paper? Ain't those qualities assessed during the interview? Or did they simply assume people with good grades has low EQ?
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No, I am obviously referring to the stage where they shortlist candidates from the first round of interview to the 2nd round of interview/recruitment. That being said, HR can usually pin point potential candidates with relevant soft skills if the applicant's resume provides info on the ccas joined or activities they had done outside school or work. Leadership positions appointed in school can play a big role too, as they may assess whether you have what it takes to lead and manage a team/dept in the future. I think this is rather true for FCH, as they are typically groomed for managerial roles in civil service. In conclusion, it's up to you on how to play up your strengths in your resume. If you don't have any of these, then too bad for you.
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Originally Posted by Unregistered
(Post 62676)
No there is no such thing as having no money to hire FCH. Think logically please - what is the difference in salary between a FCH and someone who is 2nd upper? No difference or 100 - 300 difference in basic only. You're telling me they can't afford that difference of few hundred?
It's either they have headcount freeze entirely, and therefore need to justify very hard to hire new staff. That being said, there could be better candidates than you, hence you're not shortlisted. Civil service looks at your academic history, from Secondary all the way to University. Perhaps those shortlisted had a far more outstanding Secondary - JC results (including CCAs) than you. Pedigree stock in short.
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I second his opinion. Singapore is known to place a huge emphasis on meritocracy, attracting the best brains to work for the govt. Why would they have no funds to hire FCH, but instead can afford to hire 2nd upper with a lean difference of $100 - $200? It does not make any sense.
And I question your logical reasoning when you asked whether they have money to hire FCH grad or not. You certainly have the brains but not using it wisely. And you appear to be clueless and rather ignorant. Not surprised that you are not being shortlisted if they are looking at someone with more life experience to excel in the job. |
