Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Custom
Certification
References
Timeline
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Elijah Odukoya

Grays,United Kingdom

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in team leadership and collaboration, adept at conflict resolution and communication using the LAST technique. Demonstrates critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills, alongside multitasking and time management capabilities. Experienced in coaching and mentoring diverse groups, with a level 2 coach qualification and level 1 basketball qualification, fostering cultural awareness and inclusivity.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child Carer & Boxing Coach

Olympia Boxing
Chatham, United Kingdom
06.2023 - 05.2025
  • Led 2 weekly boxing sessions for children from underprivileged and migrant backgrounds.
  • Built trust with parents/guardians by providing regular progress updates.
  • Adapted lesson plans to meet group needs and overcome unforeseen challenges.
  • Cleaned and organised play areas to ensure clean, safe environment for children.
  • Prepared nutritious meals for over 100 children according to dietary needs of the child for healthy growth.

Youth Coach & Referee

Kent Crusaders Basketball Club
Gillingham
09.2022 - 05.2025
  • Coached and mentored 60+ children (ages 5-15), including those with learning difficulties.
  • Designed inclusive training programs tailored to varying skill levels.
  • Increased team attendance by 30% through personalized coaching strategies.
  • Officiated games to maintain fairness, discipline, and sportsmanship.

shadowed risk supply chain manager

Deckers
Ashford, Kent
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Analysed market trends for better forecasting of product demand.
  • Negotiated contracts for favourable purchase terms.
  • Coordinated shipping schedules successfully resolving any conflicts or delays promptly.
  • Conducted regular reviews of suppliers' performance, maintaining high standards across the board.

Customer Care Assistant

McDonald's
Ashford, United Kingdom
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • Delivered excellent customer service to over 100 customers daily in a high-pressure environment.
  • Accurately operated POS systems, reducing transaction errors by 15%.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Facilitated smooth running of the front desk whilst handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Obtained feedback from customers to improve service experience.

Education

A-Levels - History, Politics, Economics

Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
09.2022 - 06.2024

GCSEs - STEM subjects, History

Norton Knatchbull School
09.2019 - 06.2022

Skills

  • Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution & Communication (using the LAST technique)
  • Critical Thinking & Analytical Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking & Time Management
  • Coaching & Mentoring Diverse Groups
  • Cultural Awareness & Inclusivity
  • level 2 coach qualification
  • level 1 table{basketball} qualification

Languages

English
French

Custom

  • Competitive basketball and multisports
  • Reading political and economic analysis (e.g., The Economist)
  • Exploring historical civilizations and architecture
  • Public speaking, debate, and advocacy

Certification

level 2 multisport coach

trained in customer service

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

shadowed risk supply chain manager

Deckers
07.2023 - 08.2023

Child Carer & Boxing Coach

Olympia Boxing
06.2023 - 05.2025

A-Levels - History, Politics, Economics

Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
09.2022 - 06.2024

Youth Coach & Referee

Kent Crusaders Basketball Club
09.2022 - 05.2025

Customer Care Assistant

McDonald's
07.2022 - 12.2022

GCSEs - STEM subjects, History

Norton Knatchbull School
09.2019 - 06.2022
Elijah Odukoya