
Originally Posted by
Victor Ng
I know my English is poor, so could any one help me to proofread my cover letter? I like the position very much.
Here is the job advertisement:
Project Officer
Centre for Learning Study, Institute of ABC
The appointee will be responsible for providing support to the research and administrative duties of the Centre. He/She will assist in drafting questionnaires, compiling data for research and reports, and preparing proposals and reports on activities related to Learning Study, partnership projects and courses offered by the Centre.
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Here is my cover letter:
RE: Project Officer
Dear Dr. XX:
I would like to apply for the above position as I believe my work experience and educational background meet the job requirements. I graduated from the University of XXX with a Bachelor of Arts degree and I got my Master of Arts degree in Social Science from the University of XXX. I am now working as a senior research assistant at the Institute of ABC.
Having worked as a research assistant for nearly three years, I have gained significant experience in research. I am able to analyze a large scale survey data set. I also have solid experience in conducting individual and focus group interviews, and coding, and analyzing qualitative data such as transcripts and school reports. I am also familiar with social research computer applications such as SPSS and NVivo. Besides In addition, I got the chance to write wrote research reports and present it them in public seminars.
Since I have worked at the institute for nearly three years, I am familiar with its organization and administrative procedures. For example, I know how to hire student helpers and part-time research assistants, how to book venues and equipments for seminars and conferences, and where and whom to seek help from when I encounter administrative matters problems (?). Through conducting the research projects, I have also gained valuable experience in liaising with external parties, such as schools, non-governmental organizations and government departments.
Moreover, I am self-motivated and able to work independently. In Most of the time, I work with minimal supervision. But I am also able to work as a good team player, which is demonstrated through my active participation in the student society and alumni association.
Attached is my resume, and I would be very pleased to have an opportunity to interview with you and I hope you will give my candidacy favorable consideration. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Victor NG
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