With Halloween disappearing into the distance (and the inner witch in me fading away now all of the children's chocolate has been eaten), I have started to notice how many things are disguised in everyday life. Did you know for example that your post box is not a post box, but an insect lovers selection box? Cocoa beans (vegetables) cleverly disguise themselves as bars of chocolate - nearly fooled me that one, but 1 of my 5 a day is not going to get away that easily! Then there was a job description that disguised itself as a job advert.
In the last couple of weeks I have been helping clients answer selection criteria for a number of public sector roles across Australia. I have been shocked by how poorly selection criteria are written, both by public sector organisations and sometimes, the recruitment consultancies they have employed to do it on their behalf.
So, as my own public service this week, I have decided to address the issue of selection criteria.
