SHIRIN KOURIEH
** ********** ***, *******, ******* M2R 3V8 / **********@*******.*** / 647-***-****
Highlights of Qualifications
Over 5 years’ experience in office administration, sales, marketing and customer service
Energetic, self-motivated, responsible, punctual and hard working
Strong team player, excellent interpersonal skills, flexible and reliable
Good organizational and time management skills
Analytical thinker with good problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a deadline driven environment
Strong ability to define problems and recommend solutions
Excellent communication skills, professional in English and fluent in Arabic
Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), and internet applications
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Academic Advisor / Admissions Officer
International Centre for English Academic Preparation, Toronto, ON 2016-2020
Assisted international students in their admission processes of applying to universities
Introduced the students to the partner educational institutes and helped them achieve their goals
Delivered presentations to current and prospective students regarding the information they needed to succeed in the application process
Established and maintained various databases, spreadsheets and student files to be compliant with Canadian government standards
Planned and coordinated workshops to assist students with applying for study permits, work and volunteer jobs
Provided administrative support to create and produce a wide variety of confidential reports
Ensured office supplies and books were in stock.
Academic Consultant
Canadian International Student Services, Toronto, ON Oct 2015
Provided educational services to international students, who were seeking education in North American post-secondary institutions
Communicated with clients over the phone and via email to identify their educational needs
Assisted clients in their application process and insuring a timely submission of applications
Conducted research for post-secondary institutions to match the clients’ profiles
Answered phone calls and email enquiries promptly and accurately
Performed various administrative tasks, such as printing, scanning and data entry
Internship Immigration Consultant Assistant
Diamond Immigration Consultant, Toronto, ON Jan 2015
Interviewed clients face to face to identify their needs
Offered consultant services in accordance to immigration laws (express entry, study permit, work permit and LMIA)
Conducted research and assessment of immigration programs that better suit each client
Filled out immigration applications with caution and accuracy
Prepared and processed invoices and maintained clients’ information electronically
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Administrative Assistant
Protection Plus Inc. (Co-Op work), Toronto, ON Mar 2014
Co-ordinated and prioritized daily activities
Assisted with completion of paperwork and order requirements
Composed and sent letters/forms and other correspondence
Maintained security and confidentiality
Carried out photocopying, filing, faxing, verification of client database, daily data entry
Created E-book about the company products
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Brand Manager
WELLA Hair Color, Damascus, Syria 2007 – 2008
Sales Manager Assistant
Joud Company, P&G Section, Damascus, Syria 2005 – 2007
Agent & In charge of Customer Service
BEL Section, Damascus, Syria 2004 – 2005
Education
Immigration Consultant Diploma Program
Academy of Learning College, Toronto, ON 2015
Certificate in Managing Marketing as Competitive Intelligence
University of Toronto, Toronto, ON 2014
B.A. in English Literature
University of Damascus, Damascus, Syria 2004
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Co-op Program
Yorkdale Adult Learning Centre in Toronto, ON 2014
ESL Courses, LINC School, Toronto, ON 2012-2014
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST