Zai Cheikh has a diverse professional background in social work and support services, currently serving as a Coach at Stichting Sociale Wijkteams Arnhem since February 2016. Prior experience includes working as a Maatschappelijk werker at Gemeente Utrecht from January 2014 to January 2016, where responsibilities encompassed generalist roles within the Buurtteamsorganisatie. Zai Cheikh also worked as an Activiteitenbegeleider at AxionContinu between July 2012 and January 2015, focusing on activities for elderly individuals with somatic issues and dementia. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and Services from HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (2011-2015) and an MBO 4 diploma in Secretary Management Support from ROC MN (2009-2011).