Passionate and dedicated admin specialist with a flair for design and content creation. As the owner of VirtuallyAbi, I provide comprehensive remote support services, helping individuals and businesses streamline their operations and achieve their goals. I thrive on organising, managing tasks, and ensuring deadlines are met efficiently. With a strong background in administrative support and a creative eye for design, I am committed to delivering high-quality services that meet and exceed client expectations

Abigail

Passionate and dedicated admin specialist with a flair for design and content creation. As the owner of VirtuallyAbi, I provide comprehensive remote support services, helping individuals and businesses streamline their operations and achieve their goals. I thrive on organising, managing tasks, and ensuring deadlines are met efficiently. With a strong background in administrative support and a creative eye for design, I am committed to delivering high-quality services that meet and exceed client expectations

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Passionate and dedicated admin specialist with a flair for design and content creation. As the owner of VirtuallyAbi, I provide comprehensive remote support services, helping individuals and businesses streamline their operations and achieve their goals. I thrive on organising, managing tasks, and ensuring deadlines are met efficiently. With a strong background in administrative support and a creative eye for design, I am committed to delivering high-quality services that meet and exceed client expectations

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate

Work Experience

General Secretary at Paphos Tigers Rugby Football Club
May 1, 2024 - June 18, 2024
Managed club membership, website development, and social media, handling design, copy, scheduling, and engagement. Oversaw community support and sponsorships, liaised with the governing body, and managed club accounts. Provided administrative support to the executive committee, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication within the club.
HR and Admin Manager at Circle Freight International WLL
July 1, 2020 - September 30, 2023
Maintained office services by organising office operations and procedures, preparing payroll, controlling correspondence, designing filing systems, reviewing and approving holiday requests, booking air tickets, setting up Microsoft 365 cloud and exchange system for the whole office, and redesigning company website and internal sites. Supported management in the recruitment process and managed the required government processes. Managed the company’s social media profiles, designing posts, creating artwork and managing SEO.
Teaching Assistant at St Christopher’s School, Bahrain
April 1, 2018 - September 30, 2023
Assisted lead teachers in implementing lesson plans, ensuring alignment with objectives. Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to students, reinforcing concepts and addressing individual learning needs. Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment. Assisted in providing constructive feedback to students. Collaborated with teachers to monitor student progress and support the addressing of any concerns. Facilitated classroom activities and discussions, promoting student engagement and participation. Prepared instructional materials and resources. Conducted research and provided assistance in developing innovative teaching strategies.
External Affairs Officer at Central Bank of Bahrain
September 1, 2004 - June 30, 2016
Assisted in the development of event agreements and budgets. Prepared timelines/plans of action for event logistics. Communicated with CBB guests on the logistics of their attendance. Monitored task delegation of event management companies/organisers to ensure the smooth running of events. Arranged side meetings at events as requested for guests, media, etc. Created, monitored, and maintained events reports and submitted feedback as requested. Prepared and distributed invitations to attend events. Managed exhibition participation logistics. Conducted media monitoring of event news locally, regionally and internationally and prepared reports. Ensured distribution of CBB periodical publications. Maintained databases and provided admin support for meetings. Uploaded releases, speeches and other items to the CBB website.
Assistant General Manager at MICE Management and Contact Communications
July 1, 2003 - September 30, 2004
Oversaw HR tasks including healthcare system setup, recruitment, contract management, and compliance. Managed office administration and staff coordination. Maintained IT and operational systems including Microsoft NT server and internal email accounts. Developed communication strategies and advertising including media plans, press bookings, and initial design work. Supervised PR and Events team workload and prepared proposals and budgets. Managed accounts including invoices and financial planning using Tally Accounts Package.
Executive Administrator at MICE Management WLL
October 1, 2001 - July 31, 2003
Supported all management including diary management and company finances. Created effective and efficient systems for teams. Worked with the PR team to gain targeted media exposure for clients, organised events to clients’ objectives, and gained relevant publicity in the media.
Secretary at AA Nass/Contrack International, Bahrain
March 1, 1999 - October 31, 2001
Handled general secretarial responsibilities, correspondence with corps and agencies for customs exemption, supported project manager, construction manager and quality control manager. Issued LPO’s to suppliers and maintained access lists to the construction site.
Receptionist at AA Nass/Contrack International, Bahrain
July 1, 1998 - March 31, 1999
Performed general receptionist duties, assisted with warehouse stock and accounts and customs exemption.
Voluntary Assistant at The Infant School, Bahrain
April 1, 1997 - June 30, 1998
Assisted in establishing a well-mannered group of children with the goal to motivate them to greater achievements.
General Secretary at Paphos Tigers Rugby Football Club
May 1, 2024 - June 16, 2024
Manage club membership, website development, and social media, handling design, copy, scheduling, and engagement. Oversee community support and sponsorships, liaise with the governing body, and manage club accounts. Provide administrative support to the executive committee, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication within the club.
HR and Admin Manager at Circle Freight International WLL
July 1, 2020 - September 30, 2023
Organized office operations and procedures, prepared payroll, controlled correspondence, designed filing systems, approved holiday requests, booked air tickets, set up Microsoft 365 cloud and exchange system, and redesigned company website and internal sites. Supported recruitment and government processes, managed social media profiles, designed posts, created artwork, and managed SEO.
Teaching Assistant at St Christopher’s School, Bahrain
April 1, 2018 - September 30, 2023
Assisted lead teachers in implementing lesson plans, provided one-on-one and small group instruction to students, supported classroom management, provided constructive feedback, collaborated with teachers to monitor student progress, facilitated classroom activities, prepared instructional materials, conducted research, and assisted in developing innovative teaching strategies.
External Affairs Officer at External Communications Unit, Central Bank of Bahrain
September 1, 2004 - June 30, 2016
Handled event agreements and budgets, planned event logistics, communicated with guests and organizers, monitored event tasks, arranged side meetings, managed event reports and invitations, prepared exhibition logistics, monitored media, distributed publications, maintained databases, corresponded with financial sector figureheads, managed media relations and press releases, and supervised print materials reprints.
Assistant General Manager at MICE Management and Contact Communications
July 1, 2003 - September 30, 2004
Oversaw human resources including recruitment, hiring, and compliance; managed office administration and team coordination; maintained IT and operational systems including Microsoft NT server; handled communication strategies, media planning, and event management; supervised PR and events team; managed invoicing, budgeting, and financial planning.
Executive Administrator at MICE Management WLL
October 1, 2001 - July 31, 2003
Supported management with diary management, company finances, and team system efficiencies; worked with PR team to gain media exposure and organized events.
Secretary at AA Nass/Contrack International, Bahrain
March 1, 1999 - October 31, 2001
Handled secretarial duties, corresponded with project stakeholders, supported project managers and construction teams, issued LPOs, and maintained access lists to sites.
Receptionist at AA Nass/Contrack International, Bahrain
July 1, 1998 - March 31, 1999
Managed receptionist tasks, assisted with warehouse stock, accounts, and customs exemption.
Voluntary Assistant at The Infant School, Bahrain
April 1, 1997 - June 30, 1998
Provided support in establishing a well-mannered group of children with focus on motivation for achievement.

Education

Diploma at St. Christopher’s School, Bahrain
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1996
Diploma at Institute of Commercial Management, UK
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1998
Diploma at Institute of Commercial Management, UK
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1998
Business Administration Level 3 Diploma at Oxford Learning College, UK
March 1, 2013 - March 1, 2013
Diploma at Institute of Commercial Management, UK
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Diploma at Institute of Commercial Management, UK
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1998
GCSEs at St. Christopher’s School, Bahrain
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1996

Qualifications

Level 4 + Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Business Management
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
NCFE Cache Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Certificate in Basic Accounting
July 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Certificate of Achievement - Level 4 Award in Understanding Early Years
April 1, 2018 - April 1, 2018
Elements of Banking course
April 1, 2008 - April 1, 2008
Diplo ma in Business Management & Administration
December 1, 2006 - December 1, 2006
Pitman’s New Era Shorthand
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Level 5 Diploma in Business Management
August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Level 6 Diploma in Business Management
August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
NCFE Cache Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning
May 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022
Certificate in Basic Accounting
July 1, 2020 - July 31, 2020
Certificate of Achievement - Level 4 Award in Understanding Early Years
April 1, 2018 - April 30, 2018
Business Administration OLQA3 (Level 3 Diploma)
March 1, 2013 - March 31, 2013
Elements of Banking course
April 1, 2008 - April 30, 2008
Pitman’s New Era Shorthand
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001

Industry Experience

Education, Financial Services, Government, Transportation & Logistics, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Non-Profit Organization