HAfsa Kheire
London/ Manchester,UK
Summary
Political Science student at Dalarna University with experience in education, administration, community support, care and customer service. Strong interest in public policy, social policy, children's rights, human rights, migration and education. Experienced in working independently, communicating with people from diverse backgrounds, managing responsibilities and producing structured written work. Developing practical skills in research, critical analysis, policy analysis, academic writing and information gathering. Seeking a UK-based fully remote junior position in research, policy, programme support or the charity/NGO sector. Political Science student with background in education, administration, community support, care and customer service. Demonstrates strong interest in public and social policy, focusing on children's rights, human rights, migration, and education. Develops practical skills in research, critical analysis, and policy analysis, while effectively managing responsibilities and communicating with diverse individuals.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
LTS Education Agency
London
2024.12 - Current
- Supported primary school pupils with educational and classroom activities.
- Worked with pupils with different learning needs and adapted activities to individual requirements.
- Communicated professionally with teachers, pupils and families.
- Supported the organisation and delivery of learning activities.
- Managed responsibilities independently while working within established procedures.
- Developed strong communication, organisation, problem-solving and teamwork skills.
- Assisted pupils with special educational needs, enabling equal access to learning resources and opportunities.
Care & Support Work
acacia care, alpha care edmonton
2023.07 - 2025.12
- Provided practical and individual support to people with different needs.
- Worked responsibly and independently while following established procedures.
- Communicated clearly and respectfully with individuals and colleagues.
- Managed sensitive situations professionally.
- Developed strong interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Barista / Customer Service
coffee shop
2023.06 - 2025.05
- Provide professional customer service in a busy working environment.
- Manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Communicate with customers and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Manage competing priorities and respond effectively to changing situations.
- Developed strong time-management, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Prepared and served hot and cold beverages, including fresh coffee, espresso drinks and brewed teas.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, regularly cleaning coffee machines, counters, and customer areas.
Administration & Community Support
Dalmar Somali Community
London
2024.01 - 2025.01
- Supported administrative and community activities.
- Assisted with organisation, communication and day-to-day coordination.
- Worked with people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
- Provided information and practical support to community members.
- Handled information professionally and maintained confidentiality.
- Developed experience in administration, community engagement and coordination.
Education
Expected Higher Education Diploma - Social Sciences - Political Science
Dalarna University
Sweden2026
Skills
- Policy research
- Academic research
- Qualitative research
- Literature reviews
- Information gathering
- Source evaluation
- Critical thinking
- Comparative analysis
- Report writing
- Policy analysis
- Social policy
- Political analysis
- Research summaries
- Understanding of public institutions and welfare policy
- Administrative support
- Documentation
- Organisation and coordination
- Record keeping
- Managing deadlines
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Independent working
- Time management
- Digital communication
- Online collaboration
- Self-directed work
- Managing deadlines remotely
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Problem resolution
- Educational support
- Quick learner
- Multitasking
- Patience and tolerance
- Strong communication
- Guest service
Languages
English
Swedish
Somali
Custom Section
Policy research, Academic research, Qualitative research, Literature reviews, Information gathering, Source evaluation, Critical thinking, Comparative analysis, Report writing, Policy analysis, Social policy, Political analysis, Policy research, Research summaries, Understanding of public institutions and welfare policy, Administrative support, Documentation, Organisation and coordination, Record keeping, Managing deadlines, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Independent working, Time management, Digital communication, Online collaboration, Self-directed work, Managing deadlines remotely
Volunteer Experience
- Save the Children, London, United Kingdom, Volunteered within a major children's rights organisation., Gained experience and insight into the charity sector and work involving children and vulnerable communities., Developed communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
- Mira, Sweden, Supported activities within an organisation working with women and social issues., Gained experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds., Developed understanding of community support and social issues.
Areas Of Interest
- Public Policy
- Social Policy
- Human Rights
- Children's Rights
- Education Policy
- Migration and Integration
- Welfare Policy
- Equality and Social Policy
- Research
- Policy Analysis
- NGO and Charity Sector
References
Available upon request.
Certification
- UK Licence
- epipen training
- political science
Interests
- I love hourse riding and be in the country side
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
LTS Education Agency
2024.12 - Current
Administration & Community Support
Dalmar Somali Community
2024.01 - 2025.01
Care & Support Work
acacia care, alpha care edmonton
2023.07 - 2025.12
Barista / Customer Service
coffee shop
2023.06 - 2025.05
Expected Higher Education Diploma - Social Sciences - Political Science
Dalarna University