Job seeker FAQs

Questions and Answers

Question: 1
Why should I get a careerpassport profile?
- Setting up a profile with careerpassport gives you a better and quicker chance to find the right employment as you can register for daily or weekly job alerts according to your job preferences without receiving spam emails.
- All the necessary data, qualifications, languages and preferences are neatly organised on the set format and CV, references, testimonials and certificates can be uploaded.
- The same profile can be updated with new achievements at any time and as often as necessary, to use when seeking employment.
- The careerpassport profile can be submitted with all applications for the various positions advertised online by any employer using careerpassport.
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Question: 2
What does a Profile consists of?
Careerpassport consists of the following tabs:
- My Profile - This is the main screen that will show you the latest actions on your profile and/or applications posted.
- Personal Details- In this tab you have the option to edit/add your personal information as well as the option to deactivate your profile.
- Work Experience- This is a vital tab which needs to be kept updated according to skills and experiences gained during your current/past jobs.
- Qualifications- As the tab indicates here you have the opportunity to list down all the qualifications you have achieved and update with any future qualifications.
- Languages- This is an important tab to fill in if and gives you the opportunity to be selected in language related jobs.
- Documents – This tab is used to upload your CV, References, Photo and all relevant Certificates.
- Job Alerts– You can set up your preferences that will also activate your alerts from this tab.
- My Applications – You can monitor the status and updates on all your applications when viewing this tab.
- Update using Linkedin
- Company Connections: Once an application has been submitted to a Careerpassport client, your Profile would automatically remain active with the company for future reference unless you choose to remove the connection with that company.
- Email Settings: You can choose to be informed via email for any profile updates with the settings available on this tab and the option to be sent job alerts of your customized job preferences.
  The tabs also give you the options to edit them anytime you require.
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Question: 3
How do I register?

You can register through the careerpassport website, jobigloo.com or any other employers’ site using the careerpassport system. To register you just need to :
- Import details from Linkedin profile. (optional)
- Accurately fill in the online form - (you may choose to fill in only the required fields).
- Read the Terms and Conditions.
- Accept the Terms and Conditions.
- Click on the Create Profile Button.
- Check your email for the activation code to confirm your registration.
Please note that at this point the URL address, changed from HTTP to HTTPS whilst entering your details in the registration form showing you that your data will be encrypted and protected during transmission. You now own a careerpassport profile and should also receive an email confirming your registration. If you do not receive such email please contact care@careerpassport.eu to verify your email address.

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Question: 4
Do I have to pay to create a careerpassport profile?
The careerpassport profile is completely FREE with no hidden charges or fees.
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Question: 5
Where can I use my profile?
You can use your profile by logging in from the different sites using Careerpassport most of which are found listed under ‘Our Clients’ page. Any update that you perform on any site will be saved in your profile. You can use the profile to apply for any position and to monitor the status of all your applications accordingly..
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Question: 6
How do I update my CV?
You can update your CV in the following way: :
- Click on the ‘Documents’ Tab (where you had originally attached CV).
- Select the document you would like to update;
- Click “Edit”.
- Attach your new CV; and
- Click on the ‘Save’ button.
The old CV will be overwritten and substituted by your new one.
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Question: 7
Can I add reference letters and certificates?
You can add references and certificates by using the ‘Documents’ Tab and by clicking on the ‘Add Document’ button to add a new document type and proceed in the same manner as when uploading a CV.
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Question: 8
How important is it that I fill in and update my profile?
It is highly recommended that you fill in ALL the details in the different tabs. This will help the employers to evaluate your application faster and better. Although the employers can search within your CV, updating all the profile tabs will further help the system’s search engine when the employer searches through the accessible profiles. This will increase your chances of being considered for employment and offered your dream position. You can add further records in any tab by clicking on the ‘Add’ button and updating with relevant information.

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Question: 9
Who can see my profile and CV?
You have control over who sees your CV and Profile. You may choose who is allowed to view your details by:
- Submitting an application for a particular job position advertised online (any website powered by Careerpassport);
- Connecting to companies of your choice from the ‘Our Clients’ list Tab found at the bottom of this page; or
- By signing in to your Profile directly from the company’s website if the Careerpassport Login/Create Profile button on that particular website is available.
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Question: 10
Can I stop a company from viewing my CV?
You can stop all access to your CV by blocking the company from viewing your CV. You can do this by un-ticking the particular company within your ‘Company Connections’ Tab.
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Question: 11
How can I monitor the progress of my applications?

By using the ‘My Applications’ Tab, you will be able to monitor the status of all your applications through Careerpassport powered sites. You will also be able to view the history of all applications including the time and date when it was changed or updated. Furthermore, the system will automatically send you a daily update when your profile is updated or modified in any way.

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Question: 12
Can I disable my profile?
You can disable your profile any time through the ‘Personal Details’ Tab. By clicking on ‘change’ you are given the option to choose to disable your account. When disabling your account you will be removing access to your CV and Profile for ALL the Employers.
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