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Hajra Jaafar

Hajra Jaafar

Summary

Skilled Life Coach with three years of experience supporting clients in in goal-setting, skill-building and clarity sessions. Versed in communicating effectively and leveraging active listening skills to assess client needs. Personable and direct with focus on guiding clients toward self-reflection and personal development.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Life Coach

Coaching With Hajra
Remote
01.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced client self-awareness by conducting personalized assessments and providing insightful feedback.
  • Empowered clients to achieve personal and professional goals through tailored coaching sessions.
  • Developed customized action plans for clients, resulting in improved decision-making and goal-setting abilities.
  • Facilitated group workshops on topics such as communication, time management, and stress reduction, promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Established strong rapport with clients, fostering trusting and supportive coaching relationships.
  • Utilized active listening skills to identify underlying client needs and develop targeted strategies accordingly.
  • Collaborated with clients to explore career options, leading to increased job satisfaction and fulfillment.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of client progress throughout the coaching process, ensuring alignment with desired outcomes.
  • Provided ongoing support to clients as they navigated life transitions or challenges, fostering resilience and adaptability.
  • Guided clients to overcome limiting beliefs and barriers, resulting in increased self-confidence and personal empowerment.
  • Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
  • Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.

Property Manager

Self-employed
Dubai United Arab Emirates
11.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced short-term guests satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Coordinated with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs, minimizing downtime for tenants and maintaining property aesthetics.
  • Managed budgetary constraints to maximize profitability while maintaining high-quality living environments for residents.
  • Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures through efficient resource allocation and vendor negotiations, optimizing property financial performance.
  • Developed comprehensive preventative maintenance programs to prolong the lifespan of building systems and reduce costly emergency repairs.
  • Collaborated with real estate agents and brokers to showcase properties effectively, attracting prospective tenants or buyers quickly.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors, resulting in reduced operating expenses without compromising on service quality.
  • Monitored market trends closely, adjusting rental rates accordingly to remain competitive within the regional market landscape.
  • Reduced vacancy periods by implementing strategic marketing initiatives targeting specific demographics within the community.
  • Provided ongoing training opportunities for staff, promoting professional growth and fostering a cohesive team environment.
  • Managed multiple properties simultaneously, coordinating efficient allocation of resources and streamlining communication channels to maintain high levels of operational excellence.
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase occupancy rates.
  • Monitored and tracked payments and expenses, providing timely and accurate financial reports.
  • Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues.
  • Increased property occupancy rates by effectively marketing available units and conducting thorough tenant screenings.

HR and OD Manager

Instaenergy Pvt.Ltd
Remote
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Developed and implemented HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
  • Bridged management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues
  • Managed the recruitment, selection process, employee onboarding, development, needs assessment and training
  • Supported current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital
  • Developed and monitored overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization
  • Nurture a positive working environment
  • Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
  • Maintain pay plan and benefits program
  • Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs
  • Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management
  • Oversee employee safety, welfare, wellness, health, employee services and counseling.

Lead Teacher

Emirates International School –Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
09.2015 - 01.2019
  • Planned and conducted the daily activities, individualized the children progress reflective of the EYFS to ensure the children are cared in a happy, safe and stimulating environment
  • Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
  • Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Led a team of educators in developing cohesive curricula aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
  • Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
  • Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
  • Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
  • Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
  • Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Enhanced student's academic and social growth by using varied teaching strategies and techniques; including whole group, individual, small group, and teacher modeling
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.

Administration Assistant

Kangaroo Kids Nursery
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2010 - 06.2015
  • Responsibilities for this position were to focus internally between Education Team Leads (taking administrative task direction) and Educators (supporting class paperwork preparation)
  • Responsible for the overall assistance to the Education Team Leads including but not limited to all necessary reporting; compliance administration and tracking; classroom and switch preparation and scheduling
  • Preparation of weekly educator meetings, recording and distribution of minutes, including filing with compliance guidelines
  • Coordination of new hire educator and contingent paperwork and training schedules with coaches.
  • Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient organizational strategies and time management techniques.

Nursery and Toddler teacher

Kangaroo Kids Nursery
01.2010 - 06.2015
  • Employed kinesthetic, visual, and auditory approach to make lessons interesting and interactive
  • Created activities for language development along with hands-on exploration of the environment
  • Held parent teacher meetings to discuss the children's progress reports and any concerns with parents
  • Maintained the record of curriculum planning and kept the children development profiles up-to-date.

Client Service Representative

Fidelity Investments
Toronto Canada
08.2004 - 01.2008
  • Investigated and resolved customer's queries regarding insurance plans with a regular fallow up with research
  • Managed incoming calls, providing prompt and accurate information to clients about products and services.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of services, resulting in higher client satisfaction levels.
  • Identified areas of improvement in handling customer queries in order to provide greater focus to client's needs and requirements
  • Assessed and monitored client feed back and provided regular resource requirement updates based on call volume to enable the manager in efficient resource management
  • Participated of training new batch of employees joining Fidelity's Health & Welfare department
  • Managed the charity programs and events for helping the department reach its charity goal.

Management Trainee

Faysal Bank
08.2003 - 12.2003
  • Created and updated reports and assist with the development of processes that increase the company performance results
  • Worked with department heads and associates to identify opportunities in the company to develop timely solutions and create action plans
  • Reviewed training outline with the department manager of each assignment to ensure optimum training opportunities
  • Engaged in assigned training projects
  • Prepared and presented written reports for department managers and training representative on each phase of training
  • Actively participates in trainee development meetings and/or conferences; leads designated discussion groups.

Education

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) -

Institute of Business Administration

Life Coach - Life Coaching

The Courage Academy
London UK
12.2021

Montessori Certificate(MCI) -

Montessori Center International
01.2009

Canadian Securities Courses (CSC) -

Canadian Securities Institute
01.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Karachi
Pakistan
12.2000

Skills

  • Building Rapport
  • Program Support
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Goal Setting
  • Lifestyle Coaching
  • Personal Development Sessions

Accomplishments

Member International Coaching Federation (ICF)

Member Yoga Alliance

Tel

00 971 561148236

Skills Interests

  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Power Point)
  • Superior interpersonal and communication skills to foster meaningful relationships with colleagues and customers.
  • Certified Advance Diver (Scuba Schools International-SSI)
  • Advanced Skier (Level 3- Ski Dubai)

Awards

  • Students’ Administrative Council Scholarship, Institute of Business Administration, 2002.
  • Sports Council, St.Joseph’s College 2000-2002
  • Gold Medal, Karachi inter-school badminton championship, 2001.

Affiliations

  • Certified Advance Diver (Scuba Schools International-SSI)
  • Advanced Skier (Level 3- Ski Dubai)

Certification

Licensed Level 1 International Coaching Federation Life Coach

Certificated Yoga/Meditation/Breathwork Teacher (Yoga Alliance)

Certified Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)

Certified Master Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Life Coach

Coaching With Hajra
01.2022 - Current

Property Manager

Self-employed
11.2021 - Current

HR and OD Manager

Instaenergy Pvt.Ltd
06.2020 - 12.2021

Lead Teacher

Emirates International School –Dubai
09.2015 - 01.2019

Administration Assistant

Kangaroo Kids Nursery
01.2010 - 06.2015

Nursery and Toddler teacher

Kangaroo Kids Nursery
01.2010 - 06.2015

Client Service Representative

Fidelity Investments
08.2004 - 01.2008

Management Trainee

Faysal Bank
08.2003 - 12.2003

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) -

Institute of Business Administration

Life Coach - Life Coaching

The Courage Academy

Montessori Certificate(MCI) -

Montessori Center International

Canadian Securities Courses (CSC) -

Canadian Securities Institute

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Karachi

Licensed Level 1 International Coaching Federation Life Coach

Certificated Yoga/Meditation/Breathwork Teacher (Yoga Alliance)

Certified Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)

Certified Master Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)

Hajra Jaafar
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