1. Tips for successful application:

   • Incorporate industry jargon: Ensure that your CV reflects your knowledge of the survey, geology, or mining industry. Use industry-specific language and terminologies in your skills, experiences, and roles.
   • Highlight relevant qualifications: Even if you have plenty of qualifications, prioritize ones that align with the job, i.e., Diploma in Survey.
   • Emphasize your computer skills: Mention your familiarity with SAP, or any other computer skills relevant to the job.
   • Structuring your CV experience: Detail your experience in areas related to survey or mining. Highlight any evidence of your contribution to Health, Safety, & Environmental standards.
   • Showcase soft skills: Give examples of working in a team, time management, and communication skills as they are often overlooked but critical in such roles.

2. Areas to take extraneous note of:

   • Application Deadline: Please note the application closure date is 12.11.12.
   • Incomplete applications will be ignored: Ensure you submit a complete package including a detailed CV and proof of qualifications.
   • The preferred method of receiving application: Pay close attention to the specific instructions for submitting your application whether by mail or email.
   • Specify the job position: Ensure you specify that you are applying for the "Survey Assistant" role.
   • Contract positions: Note that the role is a contract position, renewable based on performance. It's not a permanent job.

3. Top things that can make a candidate stand out:

   • Tailored cover letter: A well-crafted cover letter that speaks to why you are an ideal fit for the role can differentiate you from other applicants.
   • Relevant additional certifications: Certifications related to survey, geology, or mining can make you more desirable in the job market.
   • Highlight transferable skills: Even without direct experience, you can impress employers by outlining equipped transferable skills related to the job.

4. Things novice applicants are likely to miss:

   • Driving License Requirement: Possessing a Clean Class 4 Drivers Licence is an added advantage, indicating mobility may be part of the job.
   • Renewable contract nature of the job: This suggests the company values proven performance over time.
   • Role’s safety implications: Awareness of Health, Safety, & Environmental standards is key.

In my experience, jobs in Zimbabwe or in any market require keen attention to detail, a tailored application and showcasing of relevant skills and qualifications. When exploring vacancies in Zimbabwe or jobs in ZW, remember that vacancies in Zim, employment opportunities in Zimbabwe etc., are highly competed for. So always put your best foot forward.