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Rose Sefa-Darkwa

Aberdeen,Scotland

Summary

Results-driven professional with experience in customer service, project coordination, and human resources, seeking to contribute expertise in international relations and business operations. Recognised for enhancing customer satisfaction, streamlining administrative processes, and supporting cross-cultural collaboration. Adept at problem-solving, time management, and stakeholder engagement, with strong academic achievements in International Relations, Economics, and Chinese Language. Passionate about roles that promote collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within dynamic environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Customer Service Assistant

SPAR
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
05.2025 - Current


  • Collaborated with team members to improve service delivery, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
  • Delivered friendly, efficient checkout service to 100+ customers daily, promoting offers and upselling products to boost sales.
  • Prepared and served hot meals at the Food-to-Go counter, maintaining consistency and quality in line with food safety standards.
  • Operated cooking equipment (ovens, grills, hot plates) while adhering to preparation procedures and safety regulations.
  • Maintained hygiene by sanitising surfaces and equipment regularly, ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines.
  • Replenished and rotated stock across shop floor and counter, maximising product freshness and availability.
  • Managed high-volume customer orders during peak periods, ensuring fast, accurate service without compromising quality.
  • Processed cash and card transactions, balanced tills, and resolved customer queries and complaints with professionalism.
  • Supported daily store operations, including deliveries, stock control, date-checking, and general upkeep.

Tesco Colleague

Tesco Extra
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
11.2024 - 01.2025
  • Performed day-to-day store duties with accuracy and efficiency, contributing to smooth operations.
  • Adapted quickly by learning and applying new skills, improving task efficiency and productivity.
  • Delivered tasks within strict deadlines during the busy festive season, supporting team performance under pressure.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and proactive customer support, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Stocked shelves and maintained product displays, ensuring items were available and correctly placed.
  • Provided flexible support across departments, assisting colleagues wherever needed.
  • Maintained punctuality and reliability, consistently arriving prepared for immediate contribution.

Cash Desk Volunteer

British Heart Foundation
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Adhered to charity organisation policies and procedures.
  • Providing excellent customer service and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Greeting customers warmly as they approach the till.
  • Handling cash, card and contactless payments securely.
  • Encouraging customers to donate funds support the charity cause
  • Keeping the till area tidy and organised.
  • Working closely with other volunteers and staff to ensure the store operates smoothly.
  • Assisting with general tasks if needed, such as tidying up the shop floor.

Intern

Bright Network
London
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Participated in a four-day virtual internship program, focusing on career development, leadership skills, and professional growth
  • Engaged in panel discussions, keynote talks, and workshops led by industry professionals from various leading companies like PwC, Deloitte , Nestle, AlphaSight, Mondelēz, ICAEW, and British Airways
  • Contributed to group discussions and activities, collaborating with peers on problem-solving exercises and team projects.

Human Resource Intern

GAOTek Inc
02.2024 - 04.2024

• Supported recruitment processes including screening applications, scheduling interviews, and onboarding new hires.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently deliver tasks within tight deadlines.
• Rapidly acquired new skills and applied them to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Maintained organized candidate databases by accurately storing, processing, and providing recruiter access to applicant information.
• Ensured smooth administration of hiring processes through coordination with internal teams.

Life Planner

Enterprise Life Insurance
Accra, Ghana
03.2023 - 08.2023


• Provided exceptional customer service to potential and existing clients
• Educated customers about different insurance policies, coverage options, policy terms and pricing
• Conducted detailed needs analysis to recommend suitable insurance products
• Promoted and sold various insurance policies including Funeral Policy, Bloom, Life Time Needs, Transitions and homeowners insurance
• Achieved sales targets through building rapport and identifying customer needs
• Processed policy applications and renewal documentation

SUPPORT OFFICER

TDC Development Company Limited
Accra, Ghana
01.2022 - 08.2022

• Supervised affordable housing project site at Tema Community 26
• Conducted site inspections to identify and resolve issues such as leakages, lock malfunctions etc.
• Ensured proper maintenance and upkeep of building units
• Assisted administrative department with clerical duties
• Typed documents, printed reports, scanned files related to various projects
• Organized and maintained filing systems
• Renamed and categorized project documentation for efficient record keeping

LIBRARY ASSISTANT

ZHEJIANG BUSINESS COLLEGE
Hangzhou, China
03.2021 - 08.2021

• Provided computer assistance to students for loading and utilizing their library accounts.
• Maintained organization and proper shelving of library collections.
• Processed returned books by accurately reshelving them in their designated locations.
• Preserved aged library materials by carefully wrapping and packaging old books.
• Ensured library resources remained accessible and well-maintained for students.
• Delivered excellent customer service to students, assisting with computer, printing, and other equipment use.

Receptionist

Zhejiang Commercial Group Co.Ltd
Shoaxing , China
07.2020 - 08.2020

• Resolved customer inquiries and issues in a courteous and efficient manner
• Greeted and assisted visitors, tourists, and consultants, providing directions and guidance as needed
• Maintained front desk area, ensuring adequate supplies of emergency provisions, paper, and writing utensils
• Handled incoming phone calls professionally, routing calls or providing information as required
• Enforced health and safety protocols, checking customer health codes and temperatures at entry points
• Performed cashier duties at the service area supermarket
• Oversaw stocking and organization of supermarket merchandise, including provisions and toiletries
• Assisted service area restaurant staff with food service to customers and cleaning duties
• Monitored service area operations from the control office, ensuring smooth functioning

Education

Master of Science - INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Scotland
09/2023 - 11/2024

Diploma of Higher Education - CHINESE LANGUAGE

Zhejiang Business College
Hangzhou, China
03/2020 - 09/2021

Bachelor of Arts - ECONOMICS, INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND ECONOMICS

SHENYANG AEROSPACE UNIVERSITY
Shenyang, China
03/2016 - 01/2020

West African Senior School Certificate Examination - HOME ECONOMICS

Saint Roses Senior High School
Akwatia,Ghana
05.2015

Skills

Skills

  • Project Management & Coordination
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Problem solving & Decision Making
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Active Listening


Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Teams, Outlook,Excel, PowerPoint), Internet Applications

Additional Competencies
Organizational & Time Management Abilities

Integrity & Responsibility
Teamwork, Collaboration & Leadership
Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Flexibility and Adaptability

Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

  • HR Processes : Recruitment, Onboarding & Engagement


Accomplishments

• First Prize Scholarship, Zhejiang Business College (2020, 2021)

• Third Prize, 'Picturesque Zhejiang and Me' International Short Video Contest (2021)
• Second Prize, Chinese Culture Knowledge Online Challenge for International Students
• Third Prize, Chinese Classics Reading Competition for International Students
• Third Prize, 'Guojiao Cup' Dry Land Dragon Boat Race, Zhejiang Business College
• Certificate of Honor, Well-Performed Foreign Student, Zhejiang Province (2020)
• Third Prize, Specialist Category, Zhejiang University Student E-Commerce Competition
• Secretary, Ghanaian Association at Shenyang Aerospace University
• Floor Head, Friendship Villa Hostel, Shenyang Aerospace University
• Class Monitor, Zhejiang Business College

Certification

Safeguarding Children Certificate
Authority: CPL Learning
Date of Completion: 14th June 2024


IEUK 2024: Business, Operations & Marketing Intern

Authority: Bright Network

Issue Date: June 2024

Credential ID: LEYLDSQWU05PTY

Timeline

Customer Service Assistant

SPAR
05.2025 - Current

Tesco Colleague

Tesco Extra
11.2024 - 01.2025

Cash Desk Volunteer

British Heart Foundation
06.2024 - 12.2024

Intern

Bright Network
05.2024 - 06.2024

Human Resource Intern

GAOTek Inc
02.2024 - 04.2024

Life Planner

Enterprise Life Insurance
03.2023 - 08.2023

SUPPORT OFFICER

TDC Development Company Limited
01.2022 - 08.2022

LIBRARY ASSISTANT

ZHEJIANG BUSINESS COLLEGE
03.2021 - 08.2021

Receptionist

Zhejiang Commercial Group Co.Ltd
07.2020 - 08.2020

Master of Science - INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

University of Aberdeen
09/2023 - 11/2024

Diploma of Higher Education - CHINESE LANGUAGE

Zhejiang Business College
03/2020 - 09/2021

Bachelor of Arts - ECONOMICS, INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND ECONOMICS

SHENYANG AEROSPACE UNIVERSITY
03/2016 - 01/2020

West African Senior School Certificate Examination - HOME ECONOMICS

Saint Roses Senior High School
Rose Sefa-Darkwa