{"id":3535,"date":"2023-11-01T08:00:41","date_gmt":"2023-11-01T07:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblookup.com\/explore\/?p=3535"},"modified":"2024-07-22T10:30:46","modified_gmt":"2024-07-22T09:30:46","slug":"how-to-write-human-friendly-and-inclusive-job-descriptions-to-attract-top-talent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblookup.com\/explore\/how-to-write-human-friendly-and-inclusive-job-descriptions-to-attract-top-talent\/","title":{"rendered":"How to write human friendly and inclusive job descriptions to attract top talent"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nJob descriptions are a key element of the recruitment process. A well-written job description can attract relevant and talented candidates<\/a>, boost your employer brand, reduce your hiring costs and increase your retention rates. Human friendly job descriptions fall into this well-written category.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, a poorly written job description can attract unsuitable candidates, give the wrong impression of what a job entails, and bamboozle candidates so much that they don\u2019t even apply.<\/p>\n

In this blog post, you\u2019ll find an explanation of what human friendly is, the purpose of a job description, and six tips on how to write human friendly job descriptions.\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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What is human friendly?<\/h2>\n
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Human friendly means that an item or process is easy for humans to understand, use, or interact with. A human friendly job description uses clear, simple, and concise language, and avoids jargon, technical terms, or vague expressions. It focuses on the needs, interests, and expectations of candidates, instead of simply listing the duties and requirements of the role.<\/p>\n

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What is the purpose of a job description?<\/h2>\n
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The purpose of a job description is to explain what the expectations, roles, responsibilities, and requirements are for a job. It\u2019s a useful tool for both sides of the hiring process. For employers, a well-written job description will attract relevant candidates who are more likely to stay with the company. For jobseekers, it eases the process of matching skills, experience, and qualifications to the role and provides insight into the company culture.<\/p>\n

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How to write job descriptions for humans<\/h2>\n
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There\u2019s plenty of information out there about how to write a job description. But a lot of it focuses on what the employer wants at the expense of what the candidate needs. Human friendly job descriptions consider both sides of this equation.<\/p>\n

Here are six tips on how to write human friendly job descriptions.<\/p>\n

 <\/i> Use simple language<\/h3>\n

Simple language means that you use words and phrases that are easy to understand, familiar, and relevant to your target audience. Avoid jargon, technical terms, acronyms, or vague expressions that might confuse or alienate your potential candidates.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s more on how to use simple language in job descriptions:<\/p>\n