kachi Elum
@kachielum
Dynamic support worker with expertise in project management and IT support.
What I'm looking for
I am a dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in support work, dedicated to making a positive impact on individuals and teams. My commitment to upholding high standards and delivering exceptional outcomes is evident in my focus on safety, well-being, and life skills development. I hold a PRINCE2 Foundation certification, which allows me to bring a structured approach to project tasks, ensuring that I contribute effectively to any team I am part of.
Throughout my career, I have worked in various roles, including support worker and IT support engineer, where I have honed my skills in communication, problem-solving, and client management. My experience includes working with young people to promote essential life skills and providing technical support to resolve complex issues. I take pride in my ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and ensure transparent communication across project lifecycles, which has led to notable achievements such as enhancing safeguarding processes and improving stakeholder satisfaction scores.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Support Worker
Identity Care Housing
Dec 2024 - Present (9 months)
Worked with young people to promote and develop essential life skills to support their transition into independent living. Ensured the physical, social and emotional care of the young adults and the establishment.
1st Line IT Support Engineer
EG Group
Feb 2024 - Sep 2024 (7 months)
Promptly dealt with escalated issues from the first-line team, diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues related to hardware, software, and network systems. Produced and published relevant knowledge documentation outlining instructions, troubleshooting, and resolution activities.
Service Desk Analyst
XMA
Sep 2023 - Dec 2023 (3 months)
Interacted with stakeholders and maintained clear and concise communication regarding service desk operations at all stages of support and service delivery. Acted as customer's primary contact, diligently logging and resolving technical incidents and requests via NFON and email.
Support Worker
Nylah Homes
Jun 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 4 months)
Diligently observed and recorded significant behavioural cues, contributing to comprehensive understanding of individual well-being. Maintained unwavering vigilance in overseeing vital information within daily reports, incident records, and communication logs.
Junior IT Consultant
Ten10
Feb 2023 - Apr 2023 (2 months)
Developed project plans, translating client objectives into actionable steps for effective execution. Conducted meticulous assessments of project requirements, aligning them precisely with client specifications.
Customer Support
UNIDAYS
May 2022 - Aug 2022 (3 months)
Engaged proactively with customers, providing effective solutions to address their inquiries and concerns. Efficiently completed digital and administrative assignments in response to customer service inquiries, ensuring a seamless customer experience.
Customer Service Advisor
IKEA
Nov 2020 - Mar 2021 (4 months)
Proficiently handled digital and administrative tasks related to customer service inquiries. Engaged with IKEA customers to effectively address complaints and inquiries, simultaneously overseeing online orders.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Distance Learning Centre
Access To Medicine Level 3, Medicine
Completed a Level 3 program in Access To Medicine through distance learning. This course provided foundational knowledge essential for pursuing higher education in medical fields.
Nottingham College
Applied Science, Applied Science
Studied Applied Science at Nottingham College. This program provided a broad understanding of scientific principles and their practical applications.
1 World Training
PRINCE2 Foundation Certificate, Project Management
Obtained the PRINCE2 Foundation Certificate, demonstrating a structured approach to project management. This certification equipped me with fundamental principles and terminology of the PRINCE2 methodology.
Djanogly City Academy
GCSE, General Studies
Completed GCSEs at Djanogly City Academy. This period involved studying a range of subjects, building a strong academic foundation.
University of Salford
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, Biomedical Science
Earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Biomedical Science. The curriculum covered various aspects of biological and medical sciences, preparing me for roles in research and healthcare.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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