Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Yasen Abdulkader

Belfast,BFS

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at HAPANI, excelling in graphic design and client support. Adept in coding and customer service, I lead workshops and mentor diverse groups, driving impactful community projects. My strong communication skills and creative problem-solving abilities ensure successful outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer Drop in service

HAPANI
Belfast
06.2025 - Current
  • Provide front-desk support and client intake for walk-in users, primarily refugees and immigrants.
  • Assist with form-filling, housing applications, CV support, and referrals to advocacy or public services
  • Translate and interpret across language barriers to ensure clients are supported accurately.

Graphic Designer

HAPANI
Belfast
06.2025 - Current
  • Designed promotional materials, banners, and social media graphics for charities and local businesses.
  • Delivered high-quality, paid work supporting community-focused missions.
  • Managed client communications, feedback, and revisions independently.

Young Social Innovator Guide

Peace Plus
Belfast
05.2025 - Current
  • Lead groups of young people (ages 12–16) and adults (20s–30s) through month-long workshops focused on solving social issues through innovation.
  • Deliver training, guide group discussions, and mentor participants to develop real impactful community projects.
  • Develop leadership, teaching, and facilitation skills in a diverse, fast-paced environment.

Primary School Assistant (Volunteer)

Holy Family Primary School
Belfast
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and student engagement activities.
  • Supported the organization of school events and extracurricular activities.
  • Assisted students with reading, writing, and engagement.

Conservation Volunteer

National trust
Belfast
11.2024 - 11.2024
  • Worked across various departments including events, sales, admin, and conservation tasks.
  • Gained hands-on experience in customer service, merchandising, logistics, and environmental upkeep.
  • Engaged with visitors to educate them on local wildlife and conservation efforts.

Sales Representative

Nexgen Neon
Belfast
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Conducted cold outreach and sales conversations with businesses and individuals.
  • Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities.

Education

Belfast Royal Academy
Belfast

Skills

  • Coding in C# (Proficient)
  • Graphic Design (Canva)
  • Digital Literacy (100%)
  • Leadership & Mentoring
  • Customer Service & Translation
  • Teamwork & Communication
  • Workshop Delivery
  • Sales & Outreach
  • Admin & Event Support
  • Cash Handling
  • Public speaking
  • Recordkeeping
  • Client communication
  • Problem resolution

Languages

English
First Language
Amharic
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Certification

  • Queens university Eeecs Work Experience
  • Kainos In-person & Digital Work Experience
  • National Trust Voulenteer

Affiliations

  • Boxing 5 Years
  • Rugby 5 Years

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Volunteer Drop in service

HAPANI
06.2025 - Current

Graphic Designer

HAPANI
06.2025 - Current

Young Social Innovator Guide

Peace Plus
05.2025 - Current

Conservation Volunteer

National trust
11.2024 - 11.2024

Primary School Assistant (Volunteer)

Holy Family Primary School
09.2024 - 06.2025

Sales Representative

Nexgen Neon
06.2023 - 06.2024

Belfast Royal Academy
Yasen Abdulkader