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BENJAMIN LAARI

BENJAMIN LAARI

KUMASI,GHANA

Summary

Astute professional offers commendable military history with background of empowering leadership and collaborative teamwork. Maintains accountability for large- and small-scale projects and follows through with all facets to guarantee consistent quality. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
28
28
years of post-secondary education

Work history

ARMY SOLDIER

GHANA ARMED FORCES
KUMASI ASHANTI REGION, GHANA
06.2005 - Current
  • Developed training programmes for top-notch combat and non-combat performance.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises, providing maximum safety.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment.
  • Supervised all logistical functions supporting battalion of Army Reserve Soldiers.
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, coherence and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Evaluated performance of new recruits to determine progress.
  • Briefed team on readiness, equipment status and enemy locations for sound decision-making.
  • Managed security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials.

TAILOR

SELF EMPLOYED
KUMASI, GHANA
01.2005 - Current
  • Achieved exceptional levels of customer satisfaction through technical sewing and fitting skills.
  • Shortened sleeves and straps to fit size of customers.
  • Communicated with clients to discuss design and specifications.
  • Collaborated with customer to meet specific alterations requirements.
  • Recommended types of fabrics and colours suitable for needs of clients.
  • Inserted buttonholes and buttons to innovate style of garments.
  • Used irons and pressing machines to remove creases from garments.
  • Instructed clients on proper handling and washing of delicate fabrics.
  • Attached labels and tags to clothing of customers to minimise errors.
  • Kept abreast of trends to perform best practices in tailoring.
  • Performed services to specified deadlines for timely completion and high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Added embellishments to beautify and complement garments.

Education

CERTIFICATE - SECURITY MANAGEMENT

WISCONSIN INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, GHANA
KUMASI, ASHANTI REGION
03.2023 -

DIPLOMA - FASHION AND DESIGN

ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
KUMASI, ASHATI, REGION
01.2019 - 09.2019

CERTIFICATE OF HIGHER EDUCATION - ENGINEERING

VITTING SECONDARY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
TAMALE,NORTHERN REGION
01.1997 - 12.2020

BASIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE - BASIC EDUCATION

BISHOP'S JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
TAMALE,NORTHERN REGION
01.1994 - 08.1997

Skills

  • Peacekeeping
  • Enemy monitoring
  • Assessing risks
  • Managing classified information
  • Small arms training
  • Discipline
  • Transformational leadership
  • Resource distribution

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

CERTIFICATE - SECURITY MANAGEMENT

WISCONSIN INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, GHANA
03.2023 -

DIPLOMA - FASHION AND DESIGN

ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
01.2019 - 09.2019

ARMY SOLDIER

GHANA ARMED FORCES
06.2005 - Current

TAILOR

SELF EMPLOYED
01.2005 - Current

CERTIFICATE OF HIGHER EDUCATION - ENGINEERING

VITTING SECONDARY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
01.1997 - 12.2020

BASIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE - BASIC EDUCATION

BISHOP'S JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.1994 - 08.1997
BENJAMIN LAARI