Applicant Tracking System: Friend or Foe in Recruitment?

Sometimes, our greatest challenge is something that could be an ally, but we don’t always see it that way.

We have heard you loud and clear: “Are the jobs on Jobberman real? Why is it that when I am sure I meet all the requirements, I still don’t get called for an interview?”

These frustrations often stem from a powerful recruitment tool that many see as an obstacle: the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). But is it really a foe, or could it be a valuable friend in your job search?

While the ATS can streamline hiring processes for employers, it can also be frustrating if it rejects potentially great candidates due to missing keywords or unconventional CV formats. Some recruiters feel that they’re losing top talent because of this.

Turning the ATS into a Friend: For Employers

The good news is that when leveraged properly, the ATS can be a game-changer for employers. It speeds up the hiring process by sorting through hundreds (sometimes thousands) of applications and surfacing the best-fit candidates based on the set criteria.

Employers can use ATS to:

- Set clear criteria: Define the skills, experience, and qualifications upfront to help the system filter out unsuitable candidates effectively.

- Tailor job descriptions: Use specific, relevant keywords in job descriptions that align with what you are looking for, so the ATS can identify the right matches.

- Save time and resources: With the ATS handling the initial vetting, recruiters can focus on interviewing top candidates and spending more time on strategic decision-making.

With Jobberman Nigeria’s ATS integrated into the recruitment platform, employers can trust that the system is tailored to the Nigerian job market, ensuring you don’t miss out on qualified local talent. Plus, our team supports you in setting up your criteria for an accurate and efficient search.

Must-Haves for an ATS-Friendly CV

If you are a job seeker, there are strategies you can use to ensure your CV passes through the system when applying for a job, including making sure the following are in place:

Tailored Job-Specific Keywords: Tailor your CV with keywords that match the job description. Avoid blunders or irrelevant details. Focus on skills, job titles, and industry-specific terms.

Simple Formatting: Avoid images, tables, or fancy graphics, as ATS systems can't read them. Stick to clean, straightforward formatting.

Clear Contact Information: Always include your full name, phone number, email address and any other contact information needed in a CV.

Relevant Skills Section: ATS systems scan for a list of skills, so be sure to have a dedicated section where you list relevant competencies. Highlight specific technical and soft skills that match the role you’re applying for.?

Consistent Job Titles: Use widely recognised job titles that match the role you’re applying for.

You can opt-in for Jobberman CV Services . We help ensure your CV meets ATS requirements and that you have a shot at landing that interview.

Jobberman’s ATS Advantage

At Jobberman Nigeria, we offer an Applicant Tracking System that helps employers get the most out of the recruitment process.?

Our platform offers a seamless, efficient hiring experience, helping you find candidates who fit your organisation’s needs without missing out on top talent.

Jobberman Applicant Tracking System has the general workflow described below:

• The first step when using the ATS is to publish a job advert on your Jobberman employer page so as to attract applications?
• When applicants apply for the job, their contact information, experience, educational background, resume, and cover letter are uploaded into the ATS.
• The next step is reviewing the applications, which is done by the ATS. In the default layout of any application, tabs - Candidates, Viewed, In Review, Shortlisted, Hired, Not Suitable: you can find the filters at the top of the page. You can filter by Keywords, Assessment Scores (for jobs with an Assessment), Highest Qualification, Years of Experience, Gender, and more. (learn more here )
• Employers/recruiters can schedule interviews and mail rejection letters through the ATS.
• Finally, through the ATS, human resources personnel can also build a candidate pool, which is a database of applications for future reference (learn more here )

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