[header] How to address key selection criteria in a cover letter [title] Read the key selection criteria thoroughly if they're provided. [step] Read the criteria through several times to ensure you understand what each one means. If you're having trouble with one, research it to clarify the meaning. 
[substeps] You could also ask the opinion of someone you know to see what they think it means. Some countries, such as australia, require that all public-sector jobs provide a list of key selection criteria.