For Specialist exams, EPSO applies the method of "CV sift", which essentially means that candidates' CVs are manually checked and read to ensure that only those who qualify for the given position will be invited to sit the examination. As opposed to general Administrator or Assistant exams, the CV sift focuses on specific diplomas, work experience, industry knowledge or language skills that only a limited number of candidates are likely to possess.
The CV sift is partly based on the Talent Screener, which is an online system in which candidates provide self-declared answers regarding their work experience, specific skills or knowledge (e.g. ability to give a public speech, draft a note or work experience in the field of environmental impact assessment etc.), which is then evaluated individually for each candidate by the selection board of the given EU exam.
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