PUBLIC WRITING - English Form 3 Functional Writing Notes

Letters of Application

Also known as cover letter, a letter of application is a document sent together with your curriculum vitae to provide additional information on your skills to your prospective employer.
Detailed information on why you are qualified for the job should be provided.
This letter will let your prospective employer know what position you are applying for.

Letter of Application Format

In the table that follows, all that should be included in a letter of application are captured.

Item	Explanation	Example
Sender’s Address	Write the name(yours or an institution’s) Postal address follows. Write the name of the city after.	KIMITI NJERI, P.O. BOX 777 – 40400, SUNA-MIGORI.
Date	In full	23^rd July, 2016
Receiver’s Address	Start with the position of the recipient. Write the name of the institution. Add the box number. Lastly, write the town or city.
Salutation	Let it be formal.
In regards to (written 'RE')
First Paragraph	Here: Mention the job you are applying for. Mention where you found the listing.
Middle Paragraphs	Mention why your skills and experience are a good fit for the job.
Last Paragraph	Say thank you to your recipient for considering your letter. Note how you will follow up.
Closing
Signature	End your letter with your signature. Write your name after it

Sample Letter of Application

Vijana Werevu High School,
P.O. Box 888 – 30200,
MACHAKOS,
31^stJanuary, 2016.

The Director,
Makusudi Secondary School,
P.O. Box 434 – 50000,
NAIROBI KENYA.

Dear Sir/Madam,

RE: ENGLISH/LITERATURE TEACHER

I am writing to express my interest in the position of teaching English and Literature that has arisen with your school and that was listed in the Wednesday Nation on 31st December, 2015. I believe I am an excellent fit for this position, given a chance. Besides teaching the two, I also teach History and Physical Education. I am a 2013, diploma graduate from Nikufunze Teachers’ Training College.

I am a conscientious person who works hard and pays attention to details. I am also quick to learn new skills as well as to learn from others. I am keen to work for a school with a great reputation like Makusudi Secondary School. I have the enthusiasm and determination to make ensure that I make success of the
position when offered it.

I enjoy training students and helping them build confidence in their ability to achieve, both academically and socially. In addition, I have computer skills that will be a great asset when developing class resources.

Find my curriculum vitae attached.

Thank you for taking the time to consider this application and I look forward to hearing from you at your earliest convenience.

Yours faithfully,
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Exercise

A job has just been advertised. You have been a doctor for three years. When you see this advert you feel like you have to apply for the job. Write your curriculum vitae you will attached in your letter of application.

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