Hi to everyone. I read through the omegatrends thread of discussion… and now am a member of the group as I found really encouraging posts from a lot of the members. Nyways, I’ve moved here to Aust (Melb.) in August last year – had to follow my husband… and 6 months ago I’ve started the job search. I haven’t got any job offers so far, which I’m getting very depressed about. Contacted 3 agencies and nothing’s happening. So now I really don’t know what to do next… I would really appreciate some suggestions from you guys.
Thanks.Audaces Fortuna Luvat!
Tru,
What are you trained in or interested in? Sorry, but there’s so many jobs in the world, that it isn’t easy to respond to you unless you provide some detail- even if it’s only a little.
kay henry
Hi Kay Henry,
Thanks for replying on my post; I really appreciate that. My experience is in research and writing, consulting and a bit of marketing. I have a BS degree in Communications, MA units in Communications and an MBA. I’ve worked in Hong Kong for 6 years and 7 years in the Philippines. One company I was interested in Melbourne said that I don’t have the Australian experience hence was not considered for a job… that really was a big disappointment on my part. Tried looking for some part-time work in an admin. role, but 3 cos. said I’m overqualified! Now, I’m just looking for a volunteer position so that I can put on my cv that I have the aussie experience…
Audaces Fortuna Luvat!
Tru,
You might first try getting your overseas qualifications accredited to Australian quals.
I am not sure what overqualified means.. although I’ve hear that notion being bandied about for decades. Certainly, there are many people with degrees from overseas driving taxis in sydney, and their employers don’t seem to mind. How can you be overqualified for an admin job? It’s not like they pay any more than the pay scale.
Tru, did you come out here as a skilled migrant? I know many people who have permanent residency in Australia who have a degree from another country but no work experience here. It might mean that you have to go for a graduate position here, rather than you going straight into management or something, but I’d be surprised if you have to only do admin work because of your lack of experience in Australia. A degree counts for much in Australia, and Melbourne and sydney are full of new residents.
I’d say getting your qualifications recognised is your first step. A good resume is an obvious plus, but given that you have good quals, and extensive experience, I then think it’s a matter of going through The Age newspaper’s employment section and checking out what fits your skills and experience, and applying.
I know in some cultures (for example, it’s a tradition in Indian culture) that employment agencies assist people to find jobs, but that tradition is not so strong here for professionals. People usually find jobs themselves.
It might be worthwhile finding some other people from your country of origin, and ask htem how they fared when they immigrated. It might help relieve some of the isolation you’re feeling also.
By the way, Tru, do you have an interest in property? Or did you just stumble across us? :o)
kay henry
Hi Kay Henry,
Thanks again for that response… My husband is Australian and he decided to come back here – permanently – and so I’m here. That’s one of the comments of an acquaintance too – that I may be applying for too senior positions. I go through The Age classified ads weekly and apply, but I get no response… Nyways, I guess I have to apply for graduate positions then until I get my qualifications recognised. Change of strategy… It’s just so challenging that after i’ve made good biz connections in HK, I’m in a new place and is going through the same process again… no relatives, no friends. haaaaaaaay
While overseas, we’ve been buying properties here; except we don’t have enough time to look after our investments. But now that we’re here permanently, it’s an area I really want to “manage” more closely, so I do read most of the info provided here. It’s a very good source of info… thanks for the site!
Audaces Fortuna Luvat!
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