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Accept instructions from the client and assist in preparation of the job specification (as necessary).
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File search.
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Prepare and place the advertisement.
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Accept, vet and collate the response.
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Register applicants and obtain a declaration with respect to confidentiality, salary and any criminal convictions.
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Skill test (where applicable).
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Interview applicants in accordance with a structured style interview, covering the following points:
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personal details, interests, extracurricular activities and conflicts of interest;
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previous work history;
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what they can offer an employer;
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what they are looking for in a job.
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Shortlist the most suitable applicants.
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Reference check applicants covering the following points:
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details of previous employment (e.g. position, earnings, reason for leaving, duties and responsibilities);
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learning curve;
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work habits;
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level of management and /or supervision required;
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personal problems (e.g. whether they have any problems that regularly interfere with their work, note however that the depth of this questioning depends on legislation current at the time);
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punctuality and attendance;
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time management;
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interpersonal skills with colleagues, suppliers and clients;
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grooming and presentation;
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work limitations;
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work strong points;
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whether previous employers would re-hire.
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Prepare ‘interview friendly’ resumes and obtain authority to submit from applicant, in accordance with privacy provisions.
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Coordinate interviews between applicants and clients.
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Conduct further testing (where applicable).
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Debrief applicants following interviews and inform clients of their comments.
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Communicate offers of employment and thank unsuccessful applicants on the client's behalf.