Summary
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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
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Faria Tiamiyu-Folarin

Salford,UK

Summary

A versatile professional with expertise in technical and cybersecurity domains, adept at utilizing SQL, Google Colab, and Visual Studio Code for robust data management. Proficient in HTML, CSS, and GitHub for web development, alongside comprehensive knowledge of Windows and Linux OS. Demonstrates secure data practices and risk awareness to enhance cyber hygiene. Skilled in IT troubleshooting, LAN repair, and router configuration. Offers digital creativity through DaVinci Resolve video editing and proficiency in Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Figma for digital branding and content planning. Excels in customer service with clear communication across diverse audiences, cultural openness, empathy, conflict resolution, teamwork, leadership initiative, organization & time management. Career goals include specializing in data security, advancing cross-cultural collaboration while adapting to dynamic environments.

Work history

International Student Buddy

University of Law
Manchester, UK
2025.10 - 2025.12
  • Guide new international students through academic expectations and campus life.
  • Organise community-building events to help students settle in.
  • Offer culturally sensitive support across diverse backgrounds.

Catering Assistant

John Lewis Partnership
Trafford Park, UK
2025.07 - 2025.12
  • Provide warm customer service, take orders, and manage till operations.
  • Prepare beverages, maintain hygiene standards, and support opening/closing duties.
  • Serve customers in a high-paced environment while upholding Partnership values.
  • Followed food safety guidelines and regulations to ensure quality standards were met.

Stock Replenisher

Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS)
Manchester
2025.07 - 2025.12
  • Warehouse organization, stock arrangement, labelling, customer interaction, and store display maintenance.
  • Ensured stock levels were maintained through regular inventory checks and replenishment.

Class Representative (MSc Cybersecurity)

University of Law
Manchester, UK
2025.06 - 2025.12
  • Liaise between students and faculty to share feedback and improve academic experience.
  • Coordinated communication between students and faculty to address concerns and feedback.
  • Facilitated meetings to discuss course-related issues and gather student input.

Video Content Creator

Freelance
2024.06 - 2025.12
  • Produce and edit videos for YouTube and social media using DaVinci Resolve.
  • Support clients with branding, content strategies, and storytelling.
  • Manage full creative workflow from concept to publishing.

Team Lead, Licensing & Upskilling

TEDxUniversityOfLaw Moorgate
Moorgate, City of London
2025.09 - 2025.11
  • Ensured all TEDx teams adhered to licensing rules and compliance requirements.
  • Oversaw coordination between teams and maintained accurate documentation.
  • Supported efforts to secure future TEDx licences for additional campus events.
  • Led initiatives to enhance licensing processes and upskilling programmes for team members.
  • Developed training materials and resources to facilitate effective knowledge transfer among teams.

Vice-President, Community Development Service

NYSC Nigeria
2024.08 - 2025.05
  • Led community digital literacy campaigns in schools and local businesses.
  • Designed and delivered workshops on safe technology use and cybersecurity essentials.
  • Coordinated volunteers to run community-based digital skill programmes.

IT Support & Digital Content Coordinator

KAM Holding
, Nigeria
2024.05 - 2025.05
  • Delivered technical support: LAN repairs, router setup, printer troubleshooting.
  • Created IT awareness graphics, corporate visuals, and content plans.
  • Managed digital communication and contributed to social media growth.

Network Support Intern

Galaxy Backbone LTD
Abuja, Nigeria
2022.03 - 2022.08
  • Repaired LAN cables, configured routers, and troubleshot IP phones.
  • Assisted with network monitoring and hardware/software support.
  • Provided technical support to users, resolving network connectivity issues.
  • Documented network configurations and procedures, facilitating knowledge sharing among staff.
  • Resolved technical issues to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Technical & Cybersecurity

  • SQL, Google Colab, Visual Studio Code
  • HTML, CSS, GitHub
  • Windows & Linux OS
  • Secure data practices, risk awareness, cyber hygiene
  • IT troubleshooting, LAN repair, router configuration

Digital & Creative

  • DaVinci Resolve video editing
  • Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
  • Figma, digital branding, content planning

Customer Service & Communication

  • Front-of-house service, hosting, till operations
  • Clear communication with diverse audiences
  • Cultural openness and empathy
  • Conflict resolution, teamwork

Soft Skills

  • Leadership, initiative
  • Organization & time management
  • Adaptability & problem-solving
  • Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

MSc - Cyber Security Management

University of Law
UK
2025.06 -

BEng - Computer Engineering

Nile University of Nigeria
Nigeria
2018.09 - 2023.09

WAEC -

Nigerian Tulip International College
Nigeria
2012.09 - 2018.06

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

British Heart Foundation, 06/2025 - Current

Manchester, UK

  • Organize furniture displays, price items, assist customers, and support donation collection

Girlguiding 09/2025 - Current

Salford, UK

  • Assist young members during weekly activities and support event planning.

Certification

  • Cisco Ethical Hacking Course Certificate - Aug 2025
  • Cybersecurity Foundations (LinkedIn Learning) - Aug 2025
  • Adobe InDesign 2023 Essential Training - Sept 2024
  • Advanced Graphic Design Skills - Aug 2024

References

References available upon request.
Faria Tiamiyu-Folarin