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How C.S.S Helped Me Get A Finance Manager Job During Corona

Have you been feeling stuck and wondering what could be going wrong with your job applications? Truth is, applying for jobs and not getting any feedback can be a daunting process. I, however, want to remind you that you are not alone.

As promised in our previous post, we will continue profiling professionals who have applied to our job adverts, have gone through our interview process, and gotten hired during this coronavirus period.

On 5th June 2020, we advertised a Finance & Admin Manager Job for our client, the College of Human Resource Management (CHRM) on our website, and other partner websites. We received over 500 applications. Of those, we shortlisted 30 for the first interview, where we recommended five candidates for the client interview, and ultimately one of them got the job!

I recently had a chat with him and this is what he had to say:

Tell us about yourself and your career journey. 

My name is Justin Masila Musomba. I am a finance and accounts professional with over 8 years’ experience in various industries: the hotel industry, the agricultural sector, and the FMCG industry – just to mention a few.

I started working almost immediately after graduating from university in 2009. I landed a 3-month internship in 2010, and soon after got a job. That began my career in the finance and accounting field.

Justin Masila

Where did you hear about Corporate Staffing and the job opportunity?

Corporate Staffing is a well-known company. I have known it for many very many years. If you are a job seeker and do not know about this company, that is very interesting.

I am even subscribed to their job alerts that come through email. That’s how I saw this position and decided to apply for it.

How long had you been job searching before coming across this job?

I had been looking for a job since March. After the first few cases of Covid-19 were announced in the country, things got tough for my employer. As a result, I was sent on unpaid leave. This is when I decided to actively throw myself into the job search pool.

How was the application and interview process?

The process for me was very smooth and professional. I sent my application and got a call about 3 days later telling me that I had been shortlisted for a face-to-face interview at the C.S.S offices. I arrived and saw all the safety measures that had been put in place to protect our health.

After about a week, I was invited for a second interview with the client. This was also smooth especially because the details were communicated beforehand.

Less than a week later, I received a phone call that I was their (the client’s) preferred candidate of choice. That is how I got the job!

Having gone through what many other professionals are facing such as pay cuts, unpaid leave, and even others being laid off, did you think you would get a job during this time?

I honestly did not think I would. I had applied for so many jobs before this one and I just kept on applying every time I received an email alert. My biggest worry was that with the pandemic, not many people were hiring.

Many job seekers are skeptical about finding jobs during this difficult time. Based on your experience, what can you tell them?

Keep applying for jobs, one will open up no matter how long it takes. I had applied for so many jobs and although I didn’t think I would get a job during this pandemic, here I am. So keep hope alive.

In the end,

Just like Justin, you too may have been applying for numerous jobs. However, don’t lose hope. Keep on applying and an opportunity will come your way. All the best!

88 Comments

  8. Very encouraging and inspiring story from Justin.
    What is yours will find it’s place! Be persistent and don’t loose hope.

  9. Very encouraging and I know it is true because I got my previous job through CSS.

  10. This is quite encouraging with the current economic instability. Keep up the good work CSS team.

  12. When the time is right for one’s breakthrough it has to happen. I am on unpaid leave too and I trust some day something great is gonna happen

  22. Wow that’s a good testimony, I had already given up applying for jobs I’ll keep trying hope I land on one soon, coz I really need one.

  24. wow,this is so encouraging especially a time like now.Have applied so many jobs through CSS but i never get any response.I think i should review my CV

  25. To God be the glory and may God bless you for your words of encouragement.Your story is so inspiring.Mungu pia abariki Corporate staffing.

  26. This is very encouraging,I was also sent on unpaid leave.Things are tough for me.I’m into procurement.

  27. This is very motivating for all job seekers,never stop applying never give up never get too comfortable

  28. I have had no hope left for sometime now but after reading this article will get back to it. Thanks

  39. Good jib indeed from the CSS team.How do i subscribe to your job alerts?

  44. Cogratulations sir for making it.To C.S.S that is a great and essential role you are playing to most of us, the job seekers.
    I see the sense of being determined and focused…Today its you,tomorrow its me i believe so

  48. This is quite encouraging and I hope me too will land on something soon through CSS

  49. I agree with those encouraging us to keep the hope alive. It’s true, I secured ajob during this period. It’s possible, keep on trying

  53. Wow, This is very encouraging, I hope to get a new job too after a 50% pay cut in my current job. All the best Justin.

  62. Justin’s story is very inspiring. I am a job seeker myself and I believe my breakthrough is coming soon. Congratulations to Justin!

  64. Truly encouraging..keeping positive that I will soon get a job out there.

  65. Thank you corporate Staffing for this encouraging story with Justin, i too have been applying for a jobs as i was laid off due to COVID 19, i am very optimistic that the right one will come along.

  71. I’m so sorry to hear this.

    However, don’t give up. All hope is not lost. Keep applying and you will find your job.

  77. I’m glad you are motivated.

    Don’t give up on applying for jobs. Yours will surely come your way in no time

  79. Such an encouraging interview with Musila. Unpaid leave is real and hitting hard. Fortunately, God is there watching over us.

  80. I a truly inspired by your motivation and perseverance. I would say i been in the same boat, my previous job stopped in March and i have been job searching ever since hoping for the best. Corporate Staffing being on my email alerts an keep applying for the jobs recommended.
    I have had an interview offer with Corporate staffing last month but unfortunately was not through to the second interview. I love the way they handle job seekers with enthusiasm and prompt feedback.

  81. This is encouraging,i had my cv done by corporate services and have have been trying to apply but not yet succeeded.

  82. this is very encouraging, its a reminder for everyone to keep pushing.
    i was once called for an interview at your westland offices and never got any feedback after the interview.

  84. Very Inspiring and the point Justin is bringing out never give up,despite the hard time your are facing or dark tunnel ahead always there is light at the end.apply,apply and God will come through.am inspired and i will press on till i land for mine too.

  85. This is very encouraging especially a time like now when the economy is down. This is a good testimony of the good work being done by CSS team. Keep up team.

  86. Good encouragement message.hoping soon I will get job.been sent on unpaid maternity leave plus unpaid leave.

  87. Congratulations!. This is very Very encouraging to the many job seekers.

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