Deborah Agamasu
Accra
Summary
I am a very motivated, adaptable and responsible individual with a rich experience working alongside persons from individual from different cultural backgrounds, age groups and persons with disabilities. I am seeking opportunities to contribute to and have a positive impact in an environment that fosters relationship building, development and motivate others to be active global citizens. Aspiring to contribute knowledge, skills and interest in a progressive environment that fully utilizes my skills and also to be developed into a highly skilled asset to any institution. Strong communicator with excellent organizational and time management skills. Efficiently manages multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines. Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think and act quickly to find creative solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
HOSTING ASSISTANT
AFS INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMS
10.2022 - Current
- Interview and screen host family applicants
- Data entry
- Coordinate acquisition of participants' visa, residence and study permits
- Solve participant support issues
- Draft Budgets for program related activities
- Plan, coordinate and facilitate orientation sessions
SALES MANAGER PART-TIME
PARTY CRIB SHOP AND EVENT PLANNING
01.2018 - Current
- Engaging with clients to determine their needs and requirements for events
- Plan party events
- Advising customers on products
- Manage daily sales and activities.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Data Entry
TEACHER
JO&JO DAY AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
PROGRAMME COORDINATOR
FUTURE OF AFRICA
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Supervised Volunteers and interns
- Monitored daily activities, prepared and submitted reports and data entry
- Collaborated with other departments on special projects
- Developed budgets for programs department and street outreach
- Participated in fieldwork( street outreach for street children)
- Manned front desk
- Managed office and educational resources
- Conducted family tracing and rehabilitation.
Intern
Echoing Hills Village Orphanage
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Actively participated in team meetings, offering insightful suggestions that led to innovative problem-solving strategies.
- Actively engaged persons with disabilities
- Completed disability forms for resident children
- Assisted in teaching
- Assisted in facilitation of group counseling
- Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
Intern
AFS Intercultural Exchange Programs, Ghana
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Manned front desk
- Conducted regular host family visits
- Organized events with staff and volunteers
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work And Sociology - Social work
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA, LEGON
Accra11.2019
West African Secondary School Certificate(W.A.S.S.C.E) - General Arts
LABONE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Labone, Accra05.2014
Basic Education Certificate Examination B.E.C.E -
AIR FORCE BASIC AND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Burma Camp, Accra01.2011
Skills
- Adaptability
- Good communication skills
- Strong computer literacy skills
- Great interpersonal skills
- Ability to work autonomously and in a team
- Willingness to explore new ideas and challenge myself
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines and solve problems
- Consistency in maintaining high standards of work accuracy
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Data Entry
Accomplishments
- Voted as most humorous (2019 social work class)
- Completed Course on Foundations of on intercultural learning. (AFS Intercultural Exchange Programs) 2019
- Participated in the Volunteer summer summit by European Federation of Intercultural learning(EFIL) France 2023
- Participant Support Basic Level 1 ( AFS International)
Volunteer Experience
AFS INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMS, GHANA, Participated in painting schools, Served as a liaison for intercultural exchange participants, Hosted five exchange participants from Europe and USA
Timeline
HOSTING ASSISTANT
AFS INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMS
10.2022 - Current
TEACHER
JO&JO DAY AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE
09.2021 - 08.2022
PROGRAMME COORDINATOR
FUTURE OF AFRICA
09.2019 - 08.2020
Intern
Echoing Hills Village Orphanage
10.2018 - 03.2019
Intern
AFS Intercultural Exchange Programs, Ghana
05.2018 - 08.2018
SALES MANAGER PART-TIME
PARTY CRIB SHOP AND EVENT PLANNING
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work And Sociology - Social work
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA, LEGON
West African Secondary School Certificate(W.A.S.S.C.E) - General Arts
LABONE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Basic Education Certificate Examination B.E.C.E -
AIR FORCE BASIC AND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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