Kasimu Lawla
London
Summary
I am an organised and highly motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for helping others from diverse backgrounds. As a quick learner, I adapt easily to new challenges and environments, always striving for continuous improvement. I work well both independently and as part of a team, bringing a collaborative spirit and a commitment to achieving goals. My organisational abilities, combined with a love for learning, ensure I deliver results in dynamic, fast-paced settings
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Accommodation officer
Malvern House Language College
05.2024
- This post involved allocating accommodation to international students coming to study in the UK
- I worked in a small Accommodation team reporting to an accommodation manager and was responsible for answering all queries, allocating rooms and liaising with students, landlords and agents in the UK and overseas.
Sales Assistant
Currys PC World
08.2024 - 11.2024
- I was responsible for attending to customers, guiding them through their shopping pathway (insurances, software etc.), taking exams to specialise in computing and maintaining cleanliness and organisation of products
- Keeping to sales targets was essential and I regularly achieved the highest number of sales amongst the team.
Accommodation Coordinator and Homestay Visitor
EF Education First Language School
05.2024 - 10.2024
- This job role consists of all things across the accommodation department for the international language school EF - being a first point of contact for all students, other departments and Host families regarding homestay accommodation - before, during and sometimes after a student’s study period to deal with queries
- This comprised of payment issues, comfortability in the home, welfare and disciplinary issues (which were relayed to welfare dept.) host family issues, issues the host families had with students etc
- I was also responsible for allocating students to suitable homes in advance of arrival into the country ensuring that the students preferences were followed as closely as possible (special diets, allergies etc)
- This meant being in close liaison with sales offices in different locations around the world where EF courses are offered
- People skills and communication were vital as myself or other coordinators would have to also be the face-to-face point of contact in the school office for students.
Crowd Steward
London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics
07.2024 - 08.2024
- My position involved communicating with spectators and making sure that if they needed help in any way I, as a crowd steward, would be there to provide that support including organising medical attention if required
- The role also required us to be at the London ExCeL centre for 6am every day and work 12-14 hour per day shifts.
Student Services Assistant
Bellerbys and Embassy CES
06.2024 - 07.2024
- I worked in the student administration office along with 3 other colleagues
- My job involved being a first point be contact for student enquiries, handling payments upkeep of student documentation
- Patience and good communication was essential as English was not always the students’ first language.
Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre Administrator
Royal Brompton Hospital NHS
- 05.2024
- My position here involved a range of duties
- I was responsible for the centre operations, on call throughout the day, room setup, catering, setting up course equipment and managing payments
- The centre offered administrative support – This meant me liaising with sponsoring reps, writing up sponsorship agreements, designing flyers, assisting setup of online page and online payment portals formatting evaluation forms, and much more
- Equipment setup - helping to set up the simulation equipment, such as Sim man, Sim baby and bronchoscopy simulation machine – these were essential for the emergent medical scenarios that were simulated for medical staff training purposes.
Property manager
April Estates (Family Business)
01.2024 - 04.2024
- My responsibilities were ensuring 5 properties are rented and run smoothly
- My day-to-day tasks include advertising properties, interviewing tenants, finalising contracts, ensuring rooms are turned over smoothly, organising repairs and various other general household upkeep
- I was also responsible for delivering certain feedbacks to identify areas of concern with households’/occupying tenants.
Records Clerk
Royal Brompton Hospital NHS
06.2024 - 03.2024
- This job involved working alongside both the Medical Records team and the employees within the Cystic fibrosis department
- I was responsible for ensuring records are in the right wards/doctors office, making sure any damaged files were replaced and kept tidy
- I also had database responsibilities which involved tracking patients’ medical records and case notes
- Database Clerk – uploading and updating information on the CF related diabetes database
- A keen eye for detail was required.
Education
Lewisham College
01.2012
High School Diploma -
Crofton Comprehensive School
London01.2007
Skills
Effective Communication and Customer skills; Proven ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and colleagues, enhancing customer satisfaction
Problem-Solving: Demonstrated capability to identify issues, devise solutions, and implement effective problem-solving strategies
Teamwork: Experienced in collaborating with diverse teams to achieve common goals and deliver exceptional customer experiences
Time Management: Skilled in managing tasks efficiently to meet deadlines and maintain a high level of productivity
- Target-driven: Strong ability to work in a target- driven environment, consistently meeting and exceeding sales or performance goals
Hobbies and Interests
I love creating music. Singing is my main creative skill and hobby however I do sometimes dabble with producing software’s too. I also enjoy computer games every so often – when I get the time! I do like a good series binge on the weekend too. Other than that, having a laugh with my friends or family is where it’s at for me.
Timeline
Sales Assistant
Currys PC World
08.2024 - 11.2024
Crowd Steward
London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics
07.2024 - 08.2024
Records Clerk
Royal Brompton Hospital NHS
06.2024 - 03.2024
Student Services Assistant
Bellerbys and Embassy CES
06.2024 - 07.2024
Accommodation Coordinator and Homestay Visitor
EF Education First Language School
05.2024 - 10.2024
Student Accommodation officer
Malvern House Language College
05.2024
Property manager
April Estates (Family Business)
01.2024 - 04.2024
Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre Administrator
Royal Brompton Hospital NHS
- 05.2024
Lewisham College
High School Diploma -
Crofton Comprehensive School
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