Yumna Shihab
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project coordination skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Relations Intern
Seven Media UAE
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared and distributed press releases, media kits, and PR materials
- Monitored media coverage and compiled detailed impact reports to inform strategic decisions
- Assisted in planning and organizing PR events, including press conferences, product launches and community outreach activities
- Provided general admin support to the PR team
Rotational Trainee
BOK International UAE
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Shadowed the Senior Relationship Manager in assessing new client applications, analyzing their audited financial statements, and evaluating their business performance to determine fund allocation
- Utilized Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, to summarize client data and prepare financial presentations
- Participated in structured rotations across operations, corporate finance, trade finance, risk, compliance, financial institutions and treasury
Business Development Trainee
Integrated Restaurants Franchise Egypt
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Gained a comprehensive understanding of the business landscape through rotations in Sales, Marketing, and Operations departments
- Assisted in developing entry strategies for new markets and collaborated with stakeholders to execute business plans
English Teacher
Falcon International Schools
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Designed and implemented innovative lesson plans to engage students and foster a productive learning environment
- Conducted assessments to evaluate and enhance student performance
Assistant Project Coordinator
UNESCO
03.2022
- Organized and executed a 3-day TVET communication workshop
- Managed logistics, including vendor coordination, budgeting, and stakeholder communication
- Conducted research to support project planning and implementation
Education
Career Certificate - Finance
The American University in Cairo
BSc - Applied Economics
University of Medical Sciences and Technology
10.2023
Skills
- Preparation and Analysis of Financial Statements
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, MS Word and Power Point
- Planning and execution
- Team coordination
- Project coordination
- Community outreach
- Deadline adherence
- Pitching
Extracurricularexperience
- UNDP, 2019, Participated in International Volunteer Day activities, fostering awareness of UNDP's mission and initiatives.
Hobbies
· Music: Self-taught pianist with fluency in sight reading
· Tennis: Dedicated member of Sudan Tennis Association Club
· Passionate Writer
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Public Relations Intern
Seven Media UAE
09.2024 - Current
Rotational Trainee
BOK International UAE
08.2024 - 09.2024
Business Development Trainee
Integrated Restaurants Franchise Egypt
12.2023 - 02.2024
English Teacher
Falcon International Schools
09.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Project Coordinator
UNESCO
03.2022
BSc - Applied Economics
University of Medical Sciences and Technology
Career Certificate - Finance
The American University in Cairo
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