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Adapted and delivered training on Unconscious Bias in the Workplace for Middle East based career developer advisors and managers for reputable global consulting firm. Contracted by the EW Group to deliver specifically design lead and deliver training in Dubai to address unconscious bias.

Igniting engagement and action through communication training programs. Working with teams to diagnose and treat communication challenges. Creating connections that drive action through customized training programs and workshops. Delivering communication workshops with presence and purpose. Bringing fresh ideas to communication strategy and building bridges through communication by fueling dialogue for positive change.

Doha, Qatar

Facilitation and training for public speaking and presentation skills to client - at management and senior management level. Training delivery over 5 weeks in-person with measurable KPIs in place at the end of training. Deep dive training on everything public speaking including, but not limited to: crafting speeches, presentations and the role of non-verbal communication in public speaking.Skills: Training Manuals · Oral Communication · Management Development · Facilitation · Corporate Communications · Time Management · Intercultural Communication · Staff Development · Interpersonal Communication · People Development · Team Leadership · Personal Development · Presentations · Employee Training · Public Speaking · Training & Development · Communication

Doha, Qatar

Facilitation and training for public speaking and presentation skills to client - at management and senior management level. Training delivery over 5 weeks in-person with measurable KPIs in place at the end of training. Deep dive training on everything public speaking including, but not limited to: crafting speeches, presentations and the role of non-verbal communication in public speaking.

Burlington, Ontario

Designing and delivering training programs and workshops for leadership teams in: Purposeful leadership; How to be a more inclusive & empowered leader; Team building programs; Effective communication within organizations; Emotional intelligence & the role it plays in the workforce; Diversity & Inclusion in leadership; Wellbeing in the workplace - mentally, physically and emotionally; & Group Coaching.

Burlington, Ontario

Working with leadership teams on: diversity inclusion; leading with authenticity; overcoming personal limiting beliefs & fears to be stronger, empowered leaders; & leading without bias. "We can all live a life we love if we are able to tap into our true potential - and that comes with a continuous willingness to learn and grow" Tahira Advocating for positive change in gender issues, education, and personal growth. ​

Burlington, Ontario

I think outside the box! And by doing so I am able to:​1.look beyond the fog, and help people who struggle with clarity, so that they can stop "feeling lost" and start to hone into their goals and achieve them in a manner that is clear and precise. 2. help you personally grow, and start a process of inward inspection. 3. come up with solutions for people who are ready for change (in any space of their life), and help them stop being stuck and start implementing the change all while being and exploring themselves. 4. help people struggling with "fitting in" or who are tired of living a life not true to themselves; stop getting stuck in the limitation and fears and start living a life they love and is genuine.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Marketing The British International School Abu Dhabi (BISAD). Ensured opening of school on time, within budget and the most successful school opening in the world that year, with 250 students on day one. Market research on target markets. Devised and implemented successful marketing plan for the school that eventually led to the successful opening of the school.Dealings with various advertising agencies and media with regards to promoting the school and media buying. Active involvement in design of BISAD website. Regular content generation for the BISAD website. Parent prospectus and flyer design and content development. Corporate marketing to various organizations, including presentation about the project. Budget setting and allocation to various marketing initiatives.

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Identified, qualified and managed front end sales and bidding related to the Fortune Properties deal which lead to the opening of Nord Anglia’s first International School in the Gulf region.Managed the bidding process for the Qatar Outstanding Schools Committee. Project managed all of Nord Anglia’s key Middle East-led bids, with a 100% track record of success. Generation and development of both inbound and outbound new business opportunities. Develop new business relationships for the company.Project manage bids and proposals from inception to successful completion. Research on various markets and economies of countries of interest.Assist the Director –Middle East in the formulation, implementation and delivery of bid strategies leading to successful bids. Contribute to the strategic direction of the department.Support negotiations with suppliers and ensure that appropriate legal agreements are in place.

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Assist the Regional Director and Director of Schools in the production of business plans and other documentation in support of Nord Anglia regional business objectives.Instrumental role supporting the Interim Director in ensuring the smooth and successful mobilization and implementation of the projects and setting up of the Middle East Office. Look after overall flow of Administration; distribution of tasks amongst the admin team to ensure smooth operations; stock taking and ordering office supplies; office maintenance, cleaning, security, health and safety. Set up new office accommodation and supporting administrative systems required within the region. Provided assistance and support to the Nord Anglia regional team in the preparation of resources, documents, presentations and media. Conduct interviews, inductions and annual appraisals for all direct reports. Created an attractive and efficient working environment; including ensuring that the regional office was welcoming and informative for all visitors. Recruitment of further support staff. Work alongside HR with regards to flight coordination, induction, welcome pack and starter packs, inventory checks and medical insurance cards for all new staff joining.

Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Involved in Recruitment and on boarding processes. Handle initial visa applications. Induction/ orientation programs for new employees. Coordinated a senior management assessment center conducted by South African Consultants. Initiated a system for better employee relations. Published and edited a monthly online newsletter and a knowledge management portal. Programmed the newsletter in HTML and Microsoft FrontPage. Involved in numerous training activities across the Group. Attended a training seminar on competency based selection skills and team building.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies

Graduated with Honours Cum Laude

Certified Coach Practitioner & Group Coach

Diploma With Distinction In Journalism & Newswriting