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
Project Management
Staff Management
Negotiation
Verbal and written communication
Financial Management
Policies and procedures
Contract Management
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