Data Capturer CV example

A Data Capturer CV for South African employers: what to write, the duties and skills to list, a cover letter and tips.

Updated 29 October 2026 · By Tumelo Vincent Tau

1. An example profile

A short profile at the top of your CV says who you are and what work you want. Change it to fit your own experience:

2. Duties to list

Under each job like this in your work experience, list three to five of the duties you really did:

• Capture information accurately on the computer system
• Check data for errors and correct them
• Scan and file source documents
• Prepare simple reports from the captured data
• Keep information confidential
• Meet daily capturing targets

3. Skills and certificates

Skills employers look for in this job:

• Fast and accurate typing
• Microsoft Excel
• Attention to detail
• Confidentiality

Also list, if you have them:

• Typing speed (words per minute) and accuracy
• Systems and programs you used (Excel, SAP, own systems)
• Computer literacy certificate

4. Tips for Data Capturer jobs

• Give your typing speed and accuracy. If you do not know it, do a free online typing test first.
• Mention the kind of data you captured and how much (for example "about 300 forms a day").
• Accuracy and confidentiality matter: say that you check your work and keep information private.

5. An example cover letter

Send a short cover letter with your CV, naming the post and the reference number from the advert:

More help: how to write a cover letter, a CV with no work experience and job interview tips.