Advertise ajob(insert organisation / logo)

You can use the information you’ve already recorded in the job description to writea job advertisement. The advertisement, atits simplest, needstotellthereader:

  • the name ofthe job
  • thenameoftheemployer–includeadescriptionofthebusinesstoencouragepeopletoapply
  • benefits to the successful applicant (pay, conditions)
  • the qualifications or experience applicants must have
  • how and when they should apply forthe position.

Use the following four-point guide called AIDA (Attention, Interest, Desire, Action) to construct advertisements: attractattention to the advertisement; developinterest inthe job; create adesirefor the job; promptaction by encouraging readers to apply for the job.

These adverts are provided as examples.

For more information on this topic, refer toChapter 2. Attract, Recruit and Selectof Your Workforce – a guide for Northern Territory Employers

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Newspaper advert–sample

lookingforacutting edgecareer?

MakingWaveshassomeofthebestandmost awardedhairstylistsintownandwe arelookingto addtoourfashion-focusedteam.

Wearecommittedtoprovidingourcustomerswith innovativestylingandweprideourselvesonour dedicationtoongoingclientsatisfaction.

Theteamatourinnercitysalonislookingforwardto welcominga

First YearApprenticeHairdresser

whowilltakeadvantageoffirstclassonandoffthe jobtraining,theopportunityforcompetitionworkand competitivesalary ($45,000 to $55,000 per annum).

Askourstaffandtheywilltellyouit’sagreatplace toworkwithroomforyourownflairandcreativityto shinethrough.

We are seeking a suitable person for this full-time position.

ContactJane toobtainacopyofthejobdescription.

Toapply,pleaseforwardyourCVto:

JaneCitizen

Manager,MakingWaves

123HometownRoad,HometownNT0801

Email:

Phone:(08)8912 3456

Applicationsclose5pmFriday30June2015

Onlineadvertisements areshorterandspark attention forthereadertoclickthroughto anotherwebsiteformoreinformation.

Websiteadvert-sample

Qualified Landscaper
Abouttherole:
Workingwithour northern construction team,your rolewillbetoenhance gardens withpoolsthrough landscaping.
Flexible working hours and a competitive salary
($4,5000-$55,000).
Youwillberesponsible for:
  • Garden design
  • Product choice and ordering
  • Contractor management
  • Reporting
Tobesuccessful inthisroleyouwillhave:
  • Formal qualifications in landscaping orhorticulture
  • At least three years’ relevantexperience
  • Experience in landscaping around pools
Apply now at

Socialmedia advert-sample

Wanttoworkoutdoors?
With flexible working hours?
Wehave a vacancy /
QUALIFIED LANDSCAPER

Youneed toensure thatthe website the advert links tohas the full details ofthe job and how toapply.

For more information on this topic, refer toChapter 2. Attract, Recruit and Selectof Your Workforce – a guide for Northern Territory Employers

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