Africa-Press – Cape verde. The resource management specialist at the KombersuRH Association, Saline Barbosa, announced today a theoretical and practical guidance project aimed at training young people for the demands of recruitment, given the increasing difficulty in finding a job.
Saline Barbosa, whose mission was to guide young people for the job market, considered that in an increasingly demanding and competitive job market, small mistakes can cost big opportunities.
In Cape Verde, the scenario is worrying, since young graduates arrive at interviews without knowing how to write an email, present resumes with social media filters and demonstrate a lack of basic preparation to enter the professional world.
In light of this reality, initiatives aimed at behavioral guidance and qualification are becoming increasingly relevant.
In statements to Inforpress, the Human Resources Management specialist explained that she has been using social media to share weekly tips on the challenges of the job market, addressing topics such as preparing for interviews, writing resumes and cover letters, as well as appropriate behavior at corporate events.
“Our image speaks for us and our attitude in an interview can greatly influence the outcome of the process”, stated Saline Barbosa, expressing concern about the “behavioral unpreparedness” of many young people, including graduates, who have not yet mastered basic concepts such as writing a structured email or preparing a spontaneous application.
According to the expert, it is common to find young people without an email account or who send resumes with filtered photos, taken in inappropriate places and with outdated information.
“The biggest challenge I face as a human resources manager is the behavior, communication, commitment and responsibility of new hires”, stressing that the initiative was created as a response to this reality.
Through accessible content, Saline seeks to guide young people on the difference between a resume and a cover letter, the importance of professional self-knowledge and the personalization of applications according to the profile of the vacancies.
Another point highlighted is the role of digital platforms, such as LinkedIn, in building contact networks (networking) and in valuing skills.
“It is essential to invest in LinkedIn, update training and understand the power of networking nowadays”, she advised.
Saline Barbosa also advocates ongoing training, especially in areas such as IT and English, which are increasingly required by companies.
“Nowadays, employers are looking for young people who are proficient in technological tools and, at the very least, have basic English skills”, she stressed.
Participating in corporate events and joining professional associations is also highlighted as a strategy for developing new skills and expanding the learning circle.
The youth unemployment situation in Cape Verde remains worrying.
Data from the National Statistics Institute (INE) indicate that, in the second quarter of 2024, 24.5 percent (%) of young people between the ages of 15 and 35 were unemployed and outside the education or training system, which represents 41,852 individuals.
These figures highlight the challenges faced by young people in their transition to the job market, highlighting the urgency of public policies aimed at professional qualifications, educational inclusion and the creation of opportunities.
The persistence of these indicators requires structural measures to improve youth employability and boost the country’s socioeconomic development.
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