General Questions
Q: What is the WIV Resume Manager?
A: The WIV Resume Manager is a feature on our website that connects talented professionals with employers. Candidates can upload their resumes and create a professional profile, and Employers can search this database to find their next great hire.
Q: How do I get started?
A: Simply go to our “Register” page. During registration, you will be asked to choose your role:
Candidate: If you are looking for a job.
Employer: If you are looking to hire. Once registered, you will be directed to your personal dashboard to get started.
Q: Is this service free?
A: Creating an account, uploading a resume (for Candidates), and searching our candidate database (for Employers) are all free features.
For Candidates:
Q: How do I find candidates?
A: After logging in, navigate to the “Find Candidate” page. You can use the search and filter bar to find professionals by keywords, skills (comma-separated), country, profession, experience level, and job type.
Q: What is the “Save Resume” feature?
A: As you browse search results, you will see a “Save” button on each candidate’s profile. Clicking this adds the candidate to your personal shortlist. You can access this list anytime from your “Employer Dashboard” under “Saved Resumes.”
Q: How do I subscribe to new candidate alerts?
A: On the “Find Candidate” page, after you have performed a search, you will see a “Subscribe to this Search” form. Your search terms (like skills, profession, etc.) will be pre-filled. Simply add your email and click “Subscribe.” You will then receive an email notification whenever a new candidate registers who matches your specific criteria.
Q: How can I manage my subscriptions?
A: Your “Employer Dashboard” has a “Manage Subscriptions” section. This page lists all the search alerts you have created, showing the criteria for each. You can delete any subscription you no longer need.
Q: Why can’t I see some resumes?
A: You can only see candidates who have set their profile privacy to “Public.” Candidates who set their profile to “Private” are not visible in search results.
For Employers:
Q: How do I find candidates?
A: After logging in, navigate to the “Find Candidate” page. You can use the search and filter bar to find professionals by keywords, skills (comma-separated), country, profession, experience level, and job type.
Q: What is the “Save Resume” feature?
A: As you browse search results, you will see a “Save” button on each candidate’s profile. Clicking this adds the candidate to your personal shortlist. You can access this list anytime from your “Employer Dashboard” under “Saved Resumes.”
Q: How do I subscribe to new candidate alerts?
A: On the “Find Candidate” page, after you have performed a search, you will see a “Subscribe to this Search” form. Your search terms (like skills, profession, etc.) will be pre-filled. Simply add your email and click “Subscribe.” You will then receive an email notification whenever a new candidate registers who matches your specific criteria.
Q: How can I manage my subscriptions?
A: Your “Employer Dashboard” has a “Manage Subscriptions” section. This page lists all the search alerts you have created, showing the criteria for each. You can delete any subscription you no longer need.
Q: Why can’t I see some resumes?
A: You can only see candidates who have set their profile privacy to “Public.” Candidates who set their profile to “Private” are not visible in search results.
Job Seekers:
What kind of remote jobs can I find on WorkInVirtual?
We focus on a wide variety of remote roles across industries like technology, design, writing, marketing, customer service, and more.
How do I apply for jobs?
Most job listings will either direct you to an external application page or allow you to apply within WorkInVirtual.
Resources:
What kind of resources does WorkInVirtual offer?
We provide a blog with remote work tips, guides on productivity and communication, downloadable templates, and a community forum for connecting with other remote workers.
Do you offer career coaching or interview prep?
Currently, we don’t offer these services directly, but [Yes consider partnering with career coaches in the future] Our resources section may provide guidance, and we may offer tools for interview practice in the future.
Account Management:
Do I need an account to use WorkInVirtual?
You can browse jobs and access some resources without an account. Certain features, like saving searches or resume tools, require an account.
How do I manage my account settings?
Log into your account and go to “Account Settings” to update your information, preferences, and manage job alerts.
I forgot my password. What do I do?
Click the “Forgot Password” link on the login page and follow the instructions to reset it.
Contact Us:
How can I get help with other questions?
Visit our Contact Us page. You can submit a contact form.