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Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Personal Information
Work Preference
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Timeline
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Emmanuel  Yankyera

Emmanuel Yankyera

UI/UX Designer and Researcher || Facilitator
Sunyani

Summary

Experienced educator and IT professional with a background in computer literacy training, data entry, hardware support, and graphic design; six years of teaching through Ghana Education Service, currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology at AAMUSTED, with growing expertise in UI/UX design and a strong ambition to become a world-class Software Engineer and Computer Scientist.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

IT Trainer and Technical Support Specialist

Faith Computer Institute and Printing Press
10.2009 - 10.2025
  • Delivered computer training sessions to individuals, enhancing their technical skills and proficiency in areas like Microsoft Suit (Word, Excel and Publisher), Adobe PageMaker, CorelDraw, Photo Scanning and Emitting and Computer hardware training.
  • Maintained and troubleshoot computer systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability
  • Assisted with typesetting and graphic design tasks in the printing press department to support production quality and efficiency
  • Served as Assistant Manager, supporting operations across all departments to ensure smooth and efficient institutional management

Intern, UI/UX designer and researcher

Product Design University Africa
05.2025 - 06.2025

Worked as a UI/UX design intern and researcher, contributing to user-centered design solutions through interface design, usability testing, and user research

Professional Teacher

Ghana Education Service
01.2017 - 01.2023
  • Delivered instructional lessons and facilitated learning to enhance student understanding and development
  • Promoted student well-being by coordinating school health initiatives, delivering health education, and collaborating with stakeholders to create a safe and supportive learning environment (School Health Education Programme Coordinator.)
  • Provided administrative, clerical, and communication support to ensure efficient school operations, maintain accurate records, and facilitate effective interaction between staff, students, and parents. (Assistant School Secretary)

Data Entry Clerk

Clean Hands Clinic and Maternity Home
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Accurately input patient financial data, calculate charges, and finalize billing statements in accordance with established protocols.
  • Draft and attach formal billing letters to assist the finance department with collections

Education

Diploma In Basic Education - Arts

Berekum College of Education
Berekum
10.2014 - 08.2017

Certificate in Computer Softwares, and Hardware - Information Technology

Faith Computer Institute & Printing Press
Berekum
01.2008 - 10.2009

Diploma in UI/UX design - Design And Technology

Product Design University Africa
Ikeja, Lagos State - Nigeria
01.2025 - 03.2025

Diploma in Software Engineering - Information Technology

The Programmers University
Online
02.2025 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Akenten Appiah-Menkah Univ of Skilled Training
Kumasi, Ghana
01.2024 - Current

Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Publisher
  • Adobe Pagemaker
  • CorelDraw
  • Hardware
  • Internet
  • Data processing
  • Effective communication
  • Presentation skills
  • Work ethics
  • Interpersonal relationship
  • Ability to work independently
  • Teaching
  • UI/UX design
  • Figma
  • Organizational skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Class development
  • Assessments experience

Languages

English Language
Asante Twi

Personal Information

  • Religion: Christian
  • Date of Birth: 5th February, 1987
  • Nationality: Ghanaian
  • Marital Status: Single

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balancePersonal development programsWork from home optionCompany Culture

Timeline

Intern, UI/UX designer and researcher

Product Design University Africa
05.2025 - 06.2025

Diploma in Software Engineering - Information Technology

The Programmers University
02.2025 - Current

Diploma in UI/UX design - Design And Technology

Product Design University Africa
01.2025 - 03.2025

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Akenten Appiah-Menkah Univ of Skilled Training
01.2024 - Current

Professional Teacher

Ghana Education Service
01.2017 - 01.2023

Diploma In Basic Education - Arts

Berekum College of Education
10.2014 - 08.2017

Data Entry Clerk

Clean Hands Clinic and Maternity Home
01.2012 - 01.2013

IT Trainer and Technical Support Specialist

Faith Computer Institute and Printing Press
10.2009 - 10.2025

Certificate in Computer Softwares, and Hardware - Information Technology

Faith Computer Institute & Printing Press
01.2008 - 10.2009
Emmanuel YankyeraUI/UX Designer and Researcher || Facilitator