Finding a job after an involuntary move is a challenge in itself. And finding the exact job where you can apply your knowledge, experience, and professional ambitions is even harder.
But sometimes, to make a fresh start, you don’t need to change careers—you just need to show an employer in a new light what you’re already capable of.
That’s exactly what happened to Alina Nelin from Kramatorsk.
Due to the war, she moved to the city of Teplodar in the Odesa region. She has a vocational education in “office clerk (accounting)” and experience working as a mail operator. Attention to detail, responsibility, precision, and organization are her professional strengths.
But while looking for a job, a question arose: how could she ensure that an employer would recognize this potential?
Alina found the answer in the “Career Boost: 4 Steps to a Job Offer” project organized by the Donetsk Regional Employment Center.
One of the key sessions for her was “A Professional’s Calling Card: A Resume That Sells.”
Together with an expert, she reviewed her resume, analyzed current requirements for its structure, and understood the most important thing: a resume isn’t just a list of jobs and education. It’s the first step toward getting an employer interested in learning more about a candidate.
Next came another challenge—the video presentation.
During the training session “Stand Out: The Power of a Video Presentation,” Alina learned to feel more confident in front of the camera, articulate her thoughts clearly, and talk about her professional strengths.
“Although 60 seconds on screen may seem short, they can also be meaningful. Thanks to the filming skills I learned, I was able to look at myself on camera without anxiety for the first time and learned to speak confidently, clearly, and persuasively,” Alina shares.
And here’s the result.
In early October, Alina successfully secured a position at the Odessa Thermal Power Plant No. 2 as an economist specializing in contract and claims management.
The goal of the “Career Boost” project was precisely for participants to gain practical skills, confidence, and the ability to move from job search to job offer.
And what skill do you think helps a candidate the most in landing a job today: a strong resume, a confident interview, or the ability to present oneself?