SELECTION CRITERIA
How to write a two-page statement of suitability
Plan a focused suitability statement that addresses the employer's priorities without repeating your resume.
Confirm the two-page instruction
A two-page suitability statement is common for some vacancies, but it is not universal. If the advertisement asks for one page, a word limit or separate questions, follow those instructions instead. Check whether contact details, headings or attachments count towards the limit.
Give every paragraph a purpose
Start with a brief and specific description of why your demonstrated experience fits the role. Use the body to show two or three substantial examples addressing the most important advertised needs. Finish with a concise connection to the duties and organisation.
- Lead with the most relevant evidence, not generic enthusiasm.
- Combine overlapping capability requirements into one strong example where appropriate.
- Avoid restating your resume chronologically.
Check the exported pages
A word count does not guarantee a page count. Review the actual Word or PDF output after formatting, including margins, headings and page breaks. Shorten duplicated wording before reducing font sizes to an unreadable level.