Pen Jobs FAQs
Most frequent questions and answers
Click on “Register” at the top right of the page. You can create an account using your email address. You will then need to confirm your email to activate your account.
Your Resume is a comprehensive document you build on the site with sections for education, experience, and skills. Your Profile is a shorter public page that showcases your headline, photo, and a brief bio. A complete Resume is crucial for applying to jobs.
After logging in, go to your Dashboard and find the “Resume” or “My Resumes” section. Click “Add Resume” and fill out all the relevant sections. Your resume is saved and can be used to apply for jobs with a single click.
Use the main search bar on the homepage or the Jobs page. You can filter your search by:
Keywords (e.g., “Accountant”, “Developer”)
Location (with a radius search for cities like Accra or Kumasi)
Job Type (Full-Time, Part-Time, Internship, Temporary, Freelance)
Category (e.g., IT, Marketing, Healthcare)
When you find a job you like, click on it to view the details. If your resume is complete, you will see an “Apply for this Job” button. Clicking it will instantly send your full resume to the employer.
This depends on the employer. Some job listings may allow you to apply with a CV file, but the primary method on WorkScout is using your built-in online resume. We highly recommend building your resume on Penjobs for the best results.
While viewing a job, click the “Bookmark” button (usually a star or heart icon). You can find all your bookmarked jobs in the “Bookmarks” section of your dashboard.
Yes! After performing a search, you will see an option to “Save Search” or “Create Job Alert.” Click it, and we will email you new jobs that match your criteria.
Log in and go to your Dashboard. Find the “My Profile” or “Settings” section to update your personal details and password.
You need to create an Employer Account. Once registered and logged in, go to your Dashboard and click “Add a Job”. Fill in the detailed form to list your vacancy.
We offer flexible pricing plans. You can post a single job, or purchase a package for multiple listings. Please visit our “Pricing Plans” or “Packages” page for current rates and features.
All applications are collected in your employer Dashboard. Go to the “Applications” or “Manage Jobs” section to view, shortlist, and manage candidates for each of your active job listings.
Yes! With an active employer plan, you gain access to our Resume Database. You can search for candidates by keyword, skills, location, and education directly from your dashboard.
In your dashboard, go to “Manage Jobs”. Find the job listing you wish to edit and click the corresponding link to edit its details, mark it as filled, or close it to new applications.
We accept secure online payments via Mobile Money (MoMo) and major Credit/Debit Cards.
For any issues related to your account, job posts, or billing, please contact our support team at support@penjobs.com.gh].
