STEP Employment Advisor Olesia has been assisting Ukrainian refugee ‘IS’ into work:
‘IS’ is a 31-year-old Ukrainian refugee who has found a new home in Barnet. He holds a Bachelor of Design in Information Technologies and has extensive experience in retail store design, having served as the Head of Design in a retail store design company in Ukraine prior to his displacement.
Olesia explains, “When I first met ‘IS’ at Hendon Job Centre, he was struggling to find employment in his field and was feeling hopeless about his future in Britain. Despite these initial challenges, ‘IS’ was determined to succeed and make a life for himself in his new home. He actively sought out job opportunities, took on small design consulting work to make ends meet, and was unwavering in his determination to find stability and fulfilment. ‘IS’ and I worked together on his job search, revising his CV to emphasise his relevant skills and experience, and tailoring it to specific job requirements, highlighting his language skills and adaptability. Our efforts paid off and ‘IS’ was eventually able to secure a job as a graphic designer at a digital marketing company. He has been able to use his talents to the fullest and make a positive contribution to his new society.”
Lawrence Graham, BOOST Team Manager for Employment and Skills (pictured, centre) said “Since we started our joint working project with World Jewish Relief, I’m so pleased to announce that we have now managed to get funding for an additional step advisor, Oksana (pictured left) along with getting a one year extension on funding for Olesia.”