Gifty Nyanzu
Axim
Summary
Dedicated and motivated graduate with a strong academic background in Geography and hands-on experience in fieldwork.
Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Personnel
Department of Geography Education
Winneba
01.2024 - Current
- Assist in educational activities and administrative tasks within the department.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Assistant Researcher
Rural-Urban Challenges in Transport
Akotsi
11.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted in fieldwork focusing on transportation issues faced by rural communities.
- Assisted in data collection for transportation surveys and community outreach projects.
- Conducted experiments properly by adhering to health, safety and environmental regulations.
Field Researcher
Dr. Yaw Asamoah (Supervisor)
Ewoyaa
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted qualitative data collection through interviews and participant observation to understand local cultural practices.
- Conducted surveys to gather data on local community needs and preferences.
- Assisted in organizing field events to promote research initiatives and collect feedback.
- Collaborated with team members to analyze qualitative and quantitative research findings.
- Managed equipment setup and maintenance for field data collection activities.
- Documented observations and insights during field visits for reporting purposes.
- Ensured compliance with ethical standards during data collection processes.
- Analyzed existing databases to identify trends or patterns in data sets.
- Assisted with the design of research studies to meet project objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of all fieldwork activities including notes, photographs, audio recordings.
- Organized and conducted interviews with participants in remote areas.
- Conducted focus groups to gather data and analyze results.
- Prepared reports on findings from field research activities.
- Created detailed maps using geographic information systems software tools.
- Verified accuracy of collected data prior to entering into a database system.
- Collected, analyzed, and interpreted qualitative and quantitative data.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary teams conducting complex projects.
- Performed literature reviews related to specific topics of study.
- Analyzed experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures.
Intern
Axim Girls Senior High School
Axim
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Engaged in teaching and administrative support, enhancing student learning experiences.
- Assisted teachers with classroom preparation and organization of materials.
- Supported student activities by coordinating schedules and providing logistical assistance.
- Engaged in tutoring sessions to help students understand academic concepts better.
- Observed classroom dynamics to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
- Participated in training sessions to learn effective teaching strategies and techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Financial Secretary
Deeper Life Campus Fellowship
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed financial records and budgeting for campus activities.
- Maintained accurate records of donations and expenses for transparency.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for review by leadership team.
- Coordinated budget planning sessions with fellowship leaders and members.
- Communicated financial policies to members for better understanding and compliance.
- Maintained accurate financial records and prepared monthly statements.
- Generated reports detailing income, expenses, assets, liabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of education winneba
Winneba, Ghana 01.2021 - 12/2024
General Arts -
Kwame Nkrumah Senior High School
Nsein, Western Region, Ghana 09.2017 - 01/2019
Skills
- Qualitative research methods
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Presenting findings
- Teamwork
- Collaborative work in diverse teams
- Field research
- Financial reporting
- Team collaboration
- Customer relationship management
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
- Task prioritization
- Collaboration
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Friendly, positive attitude
References
- Dr. Yaw Asamoah, 0208861796, yasamoah@uew.edu
- Dr. Victor Owusu, 0505762784, vowusu@uew.edu
Fieldwork Experience
- Field Researcher, Ewoyaa, Central Region, Ghana, 09/01/24, Conducted qualitative data collection through interviews and participant observation to understand local cultural practices.
- Assistant Researcher, Rural-Urban Challenges in Transport, Akotsi, Central Region, Ghana, 11/01/24, Assisted in fieldwork focusing on transportation issues faced by rural communities.
Leadership Experience
Financial Secretary, Deeper Life Campus Fellowship, 01/01/22, 12/31/23, Managed financial records and budgeting for campus activities.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Assistant Researcher
Rural-Urban Challenges in Transport
11.2024 - 11.2024
Field Researcher
Dr. Yaw Asamoah (Supervisor)
09.2024 - 09.2024
Service Personnel
Department of Geography Education
01.2024 - Current
Intern
Axim Girls Senior High School
11.2023 - 04.2024
Financial Secretary
Deeper Life Campus Fellowship
01.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of education winneba
01.2021 - 12/2024
General Arts -
Kwame Nkrumah Senior High School
09.2017 - 01/2019