Companies that are hiring for IT positions are typically looking for candidates with a combination of technical skills, experience, and soft skills. Your CV is the 1st thing they see, and you need to showcase your skills as much as possible. Having a short CV without duties and responsibilities or skills list is…
Tips to Hiring Managers on Interviewing Software Developers We are thrilled to announce that DataTech Recruitment has been named the Best Boutique IT Recruitment Company in South Africa! This prestigious award recognizes our commitment to providing exceptional service to both our clients and candidates. At DataTech Recruitment, we specialize in connecting top talent with…
As a job candidate, it can be tempting to quickly scan a job advertisement and hit the “apply” button without fully reading the job specification or advertisement. However, this can lead to a poor candidate experience and can even harm your chances of getting the job. So, how can you ensure that you are…
How to Reach Out to Recruiters or Hiring Managers When reaching out to recruiters or hiring managers on social media or WhatsApp, or in any forum, it’s important to come across as professional and respectful while also standing out from the many generic messages they may receive.Here are some tips…
Humorous Observation on the Recruitment Process in South Africa If you’ve ever gone through the recruitment process in South Africa, you know that it can be a bit of a rollercoaster. Here are a few humorous observations about recruitment in South Africa: The “Experience Required” requirement: If you’ve ever…
We won – Best IT & Digital Recruitment Consultancy – South Africa award Who would have thought that after 2 years in business we would win this award? Thank you to all our clients and candidates for your continued support. We endeavour to give the best possible service to everyone…
New year’s resolutions or revolution? We should have a longing for something deeper, more profound. Something that permeated one’s whole being but was still unreadable in the corridors written for your heart. I realised one had to tread softly to get to that place, as not to have yourself pull back…
The evolving role of recruitment The role of recruitment is evolving. Especially now that Covid has dictated some new rules. Recruitment will become more consultative, a consumer experience. (Especially for candidates – Amazon…click and buy, must be as easy a process as that). Good news is that demand will rise…
Business Continuity Given the current volatile economic climate, even the most established businesses are looking to steady their feet firmly on the ground.Let’s face it. Social distancing is our new norm, and to be socially responsible is not just a nice-to-have, but a necessity (just like those toilet rolls). Whilst…
Coffee with DataTech Being a recruiter ROCKS!!I love being a recruiter! Seriously, I think it is the best profession in the world. Scary thing is that 80% of people who enter this industry, fail in the first 2 years, leave, and are never seen again. Know what, it is true… being…