How you Can Help a Job Seeker

If you are already employed / Search for Jobs and Helping a job seeker can be a great way to support someone in need. Here are some of the best ways you can assist them:

1. Share Job Openings

Share the job vacancies to from WhatsApp job groups / any social medias which you following.

Send direct job leads to the person based on their skills and experience.

Recommend them to recruiters or companies if you have any contacts.

2. Improve Their Resume & Cover Letter

Review their resume for mistakes and improvements.

Help them highlight key skills and tailor their resume for different job roles.

Assist in writing a professional cover letter if needed.

3. Connect Them with Recruiters & Companies

Introduce them to recruiters, HR professionals, or hiring managers in your network.

Encourage them to connect with professionals on LinkedIn.

4. Add Them to Job Networks & Groups

Add them to your WhatsApp job groups for direct job updates.

Suggest Facebook groups, LinkedIn job pages, and Telegram job channels.

5. Guide Them on the Job Search Process

Teach them how to apply for jobs effectively (e.g., LinkedIn, Bayt, Naukrigulf).

Show them how to send professional job application emails.

Explain how to follow up on job applications professionally.

6. Help Them Prepare for Interviews

Conduct mock interviews to improve their confidence.

Share common interview questions and answers for their industry.

Give tips on body language, dressing, and communication skills.

7. Assist with Skill Development

Suggest free online courses (Udemy, Coursera, LinkedIn Learning) to improve their skills.

Encourage them to get certifications in their field.

8. Recommend Them for a Job

If you work in a company hiring for a role they fit, refer them internally.

If you know a recruiter looking for candidates, recommend their profile.