Bogdan Kanafev
Nuremberg
Summary
Recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in English/American Studies and Sociology. Trilingual in German, Russian, and Ukrainian, with professional proficiency in English. Demonstrated expertise in youth care and service sectors, complemented by strong organizational skills and technical proficiency. Proven track record in client communication, problem resolution, and process optimization, driving productivity and exceeding goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Caregiver / Residential Youth Support
Erleben, Arbeiten und Lernen e.V.
Nuremberg
06.2025 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care and supervision for children and youths in a residential group setting.
- Organized daily routines, schedules, and structural planning.
- Maintained detailed daily duty documentation (Dienstdokumentation).
- Implemented pedagogical educational measures and interventions.
- Participated in regular team meetings and professional training sessions.
German Tutor for Ukrainian Refugees
Volunteer Work (Nationwide)
Remote
03.2022 - Current
- Provided voluntary language support and tutoring to facilitate integration.
Shift Lead / Operations Assistant
Eispionier Schwerin
Schwerin
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Coordinated employees and shift schedules.
- Managed cash handling and daily store closing procedures.
- Executed inventory checks and stock management.
Service & Bar Staff
Bolero Restaurant & Bar Schwerin
Schwerin
07.2016 - 08.2021
- Coordinated bookings and orders using internal and external POS systems.
- Managed bar operations and inventory.
- Provided individual consultation to guests regarding food and beverage selection.
- Supported kitchen staff with food preparation logistics.
Internship
Stadthaus Schwerin (City Administration)
Schwerin
09.2018 - 09.2018
- Conducted research activities and data review.
- Reviewed building applications (Bauanträge).
- Participated in internal departmental meetings.
Internship: Department for Migration Affairs
Landesamt für innere Verwaltung (State Office for Internal Administration)
Schwerin
06.2017
- Completed a one-week deployment in local refugee shelters.
- Completed a one-week theoretical deployment in administrative operations.
Internship: Department for Real Estate
ZGM - Zentrales Gebäudemanagement (Central Building Management)
Schwerin
02.2016
- Assisted with the allocation and assignment of land plots/parcels.
- Attended internal strategy meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English and American Studies and Sociology
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)
Erlangen, Germany09.2025
General Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Abitur) -
ecolea International School Schwerin
Schwerin, Germany06.2021
Skills
- German
- Russian
- Ukrainian
- English
- MS Office Suite
- Social Media Management
- High IT/Computer affinity
- Quick to learn new systems
- Organizational talent
- Planning strength
- Strong communication
- Resilience
- Teamwork
- Independent working style
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/17/02
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Native
Native
Russian
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Deputy Caregiver / Residential Youth Support
Erleben, Arbeiten und Lernen e.V.
06.2025 - Current
German Tutor for Ukrainian Refugees
Volunteer Work (Nationwide)
03.2022 - Current
Shift Lead / Operations Assistant
Eispionier Schwerin
05.2021 - 09.2021
Internship
Stadthaus Schwerin (City Administration)
09.2018 - 09.2018
Internship: Department for Migration Affairs
Landesamt für innere Verwaltung (State Office for Internal Administration)
06.2017
Service & Bar Staff
Bolero Restaurant & Bar Schwerin
07.2016 - 08.2021
Internship: Department for Real Estate
ZGM - Zentrales Gebäudemanagement (Central Building Management)
02.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English and American Studies and Sociology
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)
General Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Abitur) -
ecolea International School Schwerin