Khawla Khalid Khamis
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Seeking a position to contribute my knowledge in library management, information literacy and educational support to enhance the learning environment as a dedicated school librarian with a passion for fostering a love of reading and research in students. I am the person who is motivated to add value to the organization. ( Keen to have new position with more challenges , I believe that working smarter is better than working harder )
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Librarian – Events Coordinator
Alrabeeh Academy
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
01.2024 - Current
- Established comprehensive school libraries, curating diverse collections to foster a love for reading among students
- Developed and enforced effective policies for book circulation, study periods, and computer usage, ensuring smooth library operations
- Created inviting library spaces that promote positive attitudes toward reading among students and staff
- Expanded library collections with English and Arabic texts to support and enrich the school's bilingual teaching and learning objectives
- Oversaw library inventories and assets, maintaining accurate records and ensuring resource availability
- Implemented a rigorous screening process for library materials to adhere to ADEK guidelines, ensuring appropriate content
- Conducted seminars on career exploration, research methodologies, study techniques, and effective library utilization
- Managed budgets and coordinated book orders for Early Years, Primary, and Secondary libraries, ensuring resource adequacy
- Supervised the management of electronic resources and library software to enhance digital learning experiences
- Ensured library spaces were equipped with suitable books, furniture, and fittings tailored to the specific age groups served
- Organized English and Arabic book fairs to promote literacy and cultural appreciation
- Designed vibrant and informative library displays to captivate and inform patrons
- Efficiently managed the library's collection, ensuring an organized and accessible system for users
- Supported students' reading development by utilizing the AR program and tracking their progress through STAR Reading assessments
- Handled book acquisitions through Titlewave, ensuring the library's collection meets students' needs by sourcing required books and addressing collection gaps
- Managed book circulation, issued library cards to students and staff, processed new book acquisitions, and cataloged them, ensuring efficient library operations
- Organized events where authors visit and read stories to students, encouraging their interest in reading and literature
- Designed and implemented creative library activities, including competitions and reading challenges, to motivate students to read and foster a love for the library
- Actively involved the library in all school events and celebrations, ensuring its presence and contribution to the broader educational community
Director of the chairman’s office and gas sales department
Binsedra national petrogas
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
02.2016 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: www.Binsedra.gas.com
- Prepare and submit proposals for operational changes or updates to improve efficiency
- Provide operational support to Human Resources and the development of all operational policies and procedures for the company
- Creating marketing and tactical plans to generate new business
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems
- Paperwork audits for new hires
- Orientation presentations for new hires when needed
- Good knowledge of MS office
- Responsible for month-end close process
- Assists in sales process
- Directs collection of employee data, demographics, payroll, employee benefits and employee leave administrations
- Issuing bills for gas consumption and collection for commercial and residential projects through the visual program
- Www.Binsedra.gas.com
Administration Assistant, legal Department
First Gulf Bank
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Filling legal documents
- Data entry
- Receiving all incoming phone calls and transferring line to the concerned party
- Taking contact details of callers and relaying messages when the requested person is unavailable
- Making outgoing calls and emails upon request
- Responding to enquiries and giving assistance to anyone who is in need
- Maintaining and updating hardcopy and electronic filing system, such as the hotel corporate rates database and contact details of employees
- Recording employees’ attendance and maintaining the attendance file
- Receiving and sending fax documents
- Handling and sorting all incoming and outgoing mail to include; arranging with Aramex for shipment collections, sending outgoing shipments via courier and preparing labels and air way bills, reconciliation of Aramex air way bills
- Providing office support to department members and heads whenever requested
Education
Diploma - Library Data and Information Management Specialist
IVAN ILLICH INSTITUTE
12.2023
Course in cataloging - Destiny Library Management System
Arab Association Of school Liabrarians
10.2023
Training Course - Management Development Program, Human Resource, Time management, Writing Management Reports, Customer Service, Leadership Skills, Innovation in work Employee ethics at work, Quality Management and Executive Secretary
Arab Association Of school Liabrarians
05.2023
Skills
- Classification and Cataloging
- Library systems (Follett Destiny)
- Organizing and facilitating library activity programs
- User of Computer (Mac and PC)
- Prioritization
- Planning
- Organization
- Meeting deadlines
- Internet and Technology skills
- Event planning
- Ensuring safe work placement
- Quality production
- Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Attentive listening
- Effective oral communication
- Creative problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Ability to work under pressure
- Creative resource creation
- Experience with children
- Experience with disabilities
- Development of learning resources for disabilities
- Relationship building
- Guest relations
- Verbal and written communication
- Event marketing
Accomplishments
- Implemented the UAE Identity Support Program in the school.
- Secured a high percentage of donations during Breast Cancer Awareness Day.
- Achieved significant sales and outstanding number of beneficiaries at the Outstanding Book Fair.
- Participated in arranging and renovating the school library, maintaining damaged books (reading week school activities).
- Collected donations of reusable books from students for the school library.
- President of the student council for 2 years at Emirates College of Technology.
- Enrolled in first aid basics (online course).
- Participated in all events in school (international day, national day, pink day for supporting breast cancer, sport day, reading story for kids in school in reading week, and many other activities and events).
- Participated in many events and workshops in special needs center (Future Center for Rehabilitation).
- Created, searched, and developed learning resources for disabilities.
- Owner of Event Interior Design Project (special invitation by K & K) and kid’s fashion brand (Petite Jolie - since 2018).
- One of the founders of the 'Bright Hands Club' at Zayed University.
- Completed deaf language courses at Zayed University.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/10/84
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Emirates
- Marital Status: Married
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading and Writing.
- Fashion design.
- Event interior design.
- Art.
Timeline
Librarian – Events Coordinator
Alrabeeh Academy
01.2024 - Current
Director of the chairman’s office and gas sales department
Binsedra national petrogas
02.2016 - 01.2020
Administration Assistant, legal Department
First Gulf Bank
01.2007 - 01.2008
Course in cataloging - Destiny Library Management System
Arab Association Of school Liabrarians
Training Course - Management Development Program, Human Resource, Time management, Writing Management Reports, Customer Service, Leadership Skills, Innovation in work Employee ethics at work, Quality Management and Executive Secretary
Arab Association Of school Liabrarians
Diploma - Library Data and Information Management Specialist
IVAN ILLICH INSTITUTE