Biomedical Engineering
GIFT ONYINYE OKAFOR
HEALTH ASSISTANT & TEACHER
CUKUROVA UNIVERSITY ADANA
Summary
Astute DNA Analyst possessing excellent critical thinking and communication skills. Offering 3 year background designing and analyzing solutions for medicine and biology-related problems. Polished in conducting laboratory and scientific tests to support the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Also very efficient in collection and analyzation of biological sample. Solution-oriented professional certified in molecular Genetics.
Passionate educator dedicated to nurturing student development, academic success and personal growth. I strive to make learning engaging, relevant, and meaningful. Dedicated to not only fostering strong language skills but also cultivating critical thinking and effective communication. Eager to inspire a lifelong appreciation for the power of words in each student.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Education Recruitment Consultant
Stack Global Agency
FCT ABUJA/ NIGERIA
12.2021 - Current
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Private English Teacher
EGARI
FCT ABUJA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
Forensic DNA Analyst
Forensic Medicine Lab
Curukova, Adana
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Sales Associate
Concord
MAGUSA/ Northern Cyprus
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
- Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
Personal Health Care Assistant
ORCHIDS HOTEL
ISKELE/ Northern Cyprus
08.2017 - 11.2018
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Sales Representative
CALIFORIAN GOLD
MAGUSA
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
- Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Generated weekly and monthly reports on sales performance to provide recommendations to meet sales goals.
- Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
- Utilized CRM software to manage customer accounts and track performance metrics.
Elementary School Teacher
VICTORY TENDER CARE
FCT ABUJA
02.2013 - 11.2014
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Taught core subjects of math, english, science, and history.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Education
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Cukurova University
Adana /Turkey 10.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology And Genetics
Eastern Mediterranean University
Famagusta /Northern Cyprus 11.2014 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
LAPAN COLLEGE
KADUNA/ NIGERIA 09.2008 - 07.2011
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
MY FOOD BY HILDA
LAGOS NIGERIA 07.2023 - 09.2023
Skills
Strategic planning
Interests
Genomic Medicine
Forensic Nursing
Hobbies
Sport
Travels
Games
Music
Cooking
Research
Timeline
Private English Teacher
EGARI
09.2023 - 12.2023
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
MY FOOD BY HILDA
07.2023 - 09.2023
Education Recruitment Consultant
Stack Global Agency
12.2021 - Current
Forensic DNA Analyst
Forensic Medicine Lab
06.2021 - 02.2023
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Cukurova University
10.2020 - Current
Sales Associate
Concord
01.2019 - 01.2020
Personal Health Care Assistant
ORCHIDS HOTEL
08.2017 - 11.2018
Sales Representative
CALIFORIAN GOLD
06.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology And Genetics
Eastern Mediterranean University
11.2014 - 01.2020
Elementary School Teacher
VICTORY TENDER CARE
02.2013 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
LAPAN COLLEGE
09.2008 - 07.2011