Strategic Meeting with volunteers

On 9 March 2024, the Executive team of RFD held a strategic meeting with its volunteers at its Head Office in Yaounde, Cameroon. The meeting was chaired by the esteemed volunteer coordinator, Madam Sallygina DIENI NJIBILI.

The primary objective of the meeting was to introduce the volunteers to the Organization, present the 2024 plan of action, define roles and responsibilities, and discuss ongoing and future projects.

During the meeting, the Programs Coordinator, Mr. Fandjio MOUGANG Bernard, provided a comprehensive overview of the Organization’s impact projects, including its purpose, objectives, and expected outcomes. He used the opportunity to outline key milestones and share project timelines.

In addition, the Head of Communications, Mr. TABOT TABOT Emmanuel, emphasized the importance of effective communication and coordination among volunteers. He equally provided vital information on RFD’s essential training and support resources, which could be accessed for skills building and capacity development.

Before the end of the meeting, the Founding President gave volunteers the latitude to share their experiences in community development, make suggestions, and provide feedback on ongoing and future projects.

The meeting ended on a satisfactory note, with the entire team promising to participate actively in community development.

 

     CV & Cover Letter Writing Training

On June 8, 2024, Ready for Development, in collaboration with its partners, hosted a training on the topic “Effective CV and Cover Letter Writing “.

The purpose of the training was to provide job seekers with the knowledge and skills needed to draft compelling job application documents.

During the session, attendees were empowered with practical guidance on how to identify and effectively showcase their key skills, qualifications, and accomplishments on their resumes. They were taught how to write engaging cover letters that introduce themselves, explain their interest in the position they are applying to, and highlight relevant qualifications.

Furthermore, they were taught how to use AI tools to generate required text formats and to incorporate keywords from job descriptions into both CVs and cover letters to improve visibility in applicant tracking systems (ATS).

Moreover, participants were encouraged to network with industry experts and continuously seek feedback on their CVs and cover letters from peers or mentors.

At the end of the various presentations, participants were given the opportunity to ask questions and share their experiences. Their concerns were addressed by the various presenters and experienced attendees.

Overall, the online training was a success as participants gained valuable insights and practical guidance, enlightening them on the best practices of CV and cover letter writing. They were encouraged to put into practice the acquired skills to increase their chances of securing interviews and landing their desired jobs.