K I CK START
A launchpad for a newcareer direction M anal came to Australia from Syria with her family in 2018. She had had to leave Syria while in the middle of studying a finance degree. After arriving in Australia, Manal studied a Certificate III in Accounts Administration and a Certificate IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting. Keen to get some work experience, she jumped at the opportunity to join the Kick Start program after she heard about it from her case worker at CORE Community Services. Kick Start graduate Manal is forging a new career in finance.
During her time at Kick Start, Manal tackled every task enthusiastically, as she was keen to learn new skills. She worked at the Wetherill Park Kick Start trailer and enjoyed the challenge of a busy worksite. She was also able to improve her English by speaking with customers every day and undertaking further study, completing a Certificate III in Hospitality. While Manal really liked working in hospitality, numbers and maths are her true passion. As her training was wrapping up, she was diligent in applying for accounting roles, but it proved difficult without any practical work experience. Construction company Paynter Dixon required some additional accounts support and have employed Manal on a six-month internship. She has been involved in archiving, invoicing and shadowing other members of the finance team. Manal now has the confidence and work experience she needs to apply for permanent employment.
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