Open To Work
Kwabena Ohemeng-Gyebi
Hancygold Community School
Bronx,NY
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
Corrections OfficerExecutive Director (Strategy and Innovation)Human Resource Assistant, Office of HRBP Retail DepartmentCustomer Advisor / Operations ExecutiveNYEP- Human Resource Assistant/Authorized Inspector
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work
2
Languages
1
Certification
21
Years of experience
12
years of post-secondary education
Guided teams to achieve project goals through strategic communication and collaborative efforts.
Cultivated robust client partnerships, ensuring their needs were met with precision and care.
Implemented process improvements that drove efficiency and bolstered organizational performance.
Work History
Corrections Officer
7 Months- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and order within facility.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with security protocols.
- Trained new officers on procedures, safety measures, and emergency responses.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce incidents and enhance inmate rehabilitation programs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address inmate needs and improve living conditions.
- Managed conflict resolution among inmates, promoting a peaceful environment within the facility.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and recommend preventative measures.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
- Enforced institutional policies, ensuring safety and security of inmates and staff.
- Monitored inmate behavior, identifying potential conflicts and intervening effectively to maintain order.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, identifying safety hazards and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies during emergency situations to ensure coordinated responses.
- Trained new officers on procedures, protocols, and safety measures to enhance team effectiveness.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Developed a reputation for professionalism and integrity, serving as a role model for fellow officers in the performance of daily duties and adherence to ethical standards.
Executive Director (Strategy and Innovation)
13 Years 8 Months- As Executive Director (Strategy and Innovation) at Hancygold Community School, I led the development and execution of a strategic plan that increased student enrollment.
- I championed innovative curricula, digital learning adoption, and partnerships.
- My oversight encompassed governance, risk management, budget stewardship, and talent development, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and measurable impact across the school community.
Executive Human Resource Assistant
3 Years 3 Months- Responsible for the full employee life cycle from recruitment, induction to exit. Providing full administrative support to the HRBP and other HR officers.
- Ensuring all Retail departments comply with recruitment Policies, Laws, and Regulations. Setting up, monitoring and tracking employee probationary periods. Acting as the first point of contact for vacancy enquiries.
- Writing professional job adverts. Maintenance of HR records and systems.
- Developing reports on staff sick leave, absences and holiday leave. Screening phone calls, emails and visits. Providing professional advisory support to employees.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Mentored junior executives, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing within the organization.
Customer Advisor / Operations Executive
8 Years- Maximized customer profitability through cross-selling, strategic networks and effective customer relationship management.
- Recruited new business and personal customers. Identified sales opportunities to balance customer requirements with team and branch targets.
- Achieved operational excellence and ensured satisfactory audit.
- Performed snap checks and remedial actions to ensure procedural compliance. Reported risk events and ensured records kept.
- Managed Vault and Atm with honesty and integrity ensuring efficiency and productivity.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
- Supported clients in selecting appropriate financial products to meet their needs.
- Assisted in onboarding new customers, ensuring they understood banking services and processes.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions in CRM system.
- Trained junior staff on best practices for customer engagement and problem resolution.
Authorized inspector and HR Assistant
4 Months- Assisted Human Resource Director with administrative duties. Recruitment and selection of job applicants. Organized training for workers. Checked and calculated travel and overtime allowance. Employee safety and wellness. Addressed salary and payroll challenges. Inspection of fishing vessels.
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to identify process improvements and enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed inspection protocols that streamlined workflow and reduced error rates in assessments.
- Mentored junior inspectors, providing training on best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed inspection data to generate reports, facilitating informed decision-making for management.
Junior Sales Executive
2 Months- Engaged in sale of airtime for advertisements.
- Marketed programmes to corporate organizations.
- Participated in planning and organization of promotional programmes like Joy Easter Soup Kitchen, Mayday Blood Donation drive and the Bridal Fair.
Integrated Science Tutor- National Service
10 Months- As an Integrated Science Tutor- National Service at Kikam Technical Institute, I delivered engaging biology, chemistry, and physics tutorials to diverse groups
- I developed lesson manuals for easy reading and understanding for learners.
- I organized tutoring sessions, tracked student progress, and provided targeted feedback to 120+ learners weekly.
- I collaborated with faculty to align curricula with national standards, facilitated peer mentoring, and contributed to a safer, more inclusive learning environment, resulting in improved student confidence and academic outcomes.
Education
MBA - Human Resource Management
BSc (Hons) - Oceanography and Fisheries
Faculty of Science
Senior Secondary School Certificate - General Science
Skills
HR processes & systems
Recruitment methodologies
Employment legislation
Time management
Confidentiality
Decision making
Attention to detail
Document management
Conflict resolution
Excellent communicator
Problem solving
Team player
Certification
Certificate in Basic Banking, Core career Banking Consult January 2007 - January 2007, Executive Advanced Certificate in Human Resource, Pan African institute of leadership and governance March 2008 - March 2008, Advanced Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation, Aace insitute August 2016 - September 2016, Certificate in Labour law, Graduate Training institute August 2018 - September 2018
Languages
English
French
Interests
History
Business
Entrepreneurship
Travelling
Outing
Accomplishments
Critical team lead for Absa Bank Human resource Bio-data compilation
Winner Joy Fm loyal listenership reward campaign 2010
Timeline
Corrections Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
2026.02 - CurrentRead More
Executive Human Resource Assistant
Absa Bank of Ghana
2015.09 - 2018.12Read More
Executive Director (Strategy and Innovation)
Hancygold Community School
2013.01 - CurrentRead More
Sikkim Manipal University (SMU)
MBA from Human Resource Management
2009.Aug - 2014.SepRead More
Customer Advisor / Operations Executive
Absa Bank of Ghana
2007.08 - 2015.08Read More
Authorized inspector and HR Assistant
Fisheries Department, Ghana Standards Authority
2007.04 - 2007.08Read More
Junior Sales Executive
Multimedia Broadcasting Services (JoyFm)
2007.01 - 2007.03Read More
Integrated Science Tutor- National Service
Kikam Technical Institute
2005.10 - 2006.08Read More
University of Ghana
BSc (Hons) from Oceanography and Fisheries
01.2001 - 05.2005Read More
St. Peters Senior Secondary School
Senior Secondary School Certificate from General Science
08.1997 - 12.1999Read More