What is Job Application Letter?
Also known as a cover letter, an application letter is a summary of your strongest and most relevant skills and abilities that will be expanded in your resume or selection criteria.
It introduces you to potential employers and highlights your suitability for the position you are applying for.
How To Write A Job Application Letter In Uganda
Here is how to write good application letter in Uganda
Your address
The date of writing the letter
Prospective employer’s details
Salutation
Ref with position detail
An introductory paragraph explaining the purpose of the letter
A paragraph describing your skills that meet the job you are applying for
A paragraph describing any other skills that may be of help
A paragraph about personal attributes
A conclusion stating your availability for an interview or further inquiries about you
Your salutation
Should application letter be printed?
Submitting a cover letter that you have prepared on a computer and printed out, will demonstrate this.
In fact, not only is there no need to go to the trouble of writing a cover letter by hand, it can actually work against you as it can suggest you have limited computer skills.