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FATEMA SHOWAITER

Sharjah

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Proven ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring a high degree of accuracy in all tasks. Committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding expectations. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals and drive success.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Restaurant Owner & Head Chef

Ark Coffee
01.2019 - Current
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
  • Maintained positive relationships with local community and government officials.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations, maintaining a safe environment for both employees and patrons alike.
  • Optimized menu offerings based on customer feedback, leading to better sales performance and high levels of repeat business.
  • Effectively managed payroll responsibilities while adhering to budgetary constraints, promoting cost-effective staffing practices across all shifts.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
  • Streamlined back-of-house processes for improved kitchen efficiency, resulting in faster order preparation times without compromising quality standards.
  • Mentored and developed staff members, fostering an environment that promoted professional growth within the team.
  • Developed and executed marketing strategies to attract new patrons, resulting in higher foot traffic and improved revenue.
  • Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
  • Oversaw renovation projects that enhanced the aesthetic appeal of the restaurant space, contributing to increased guest satisfaction levels.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive workshops in partnership with private and governmental entities.
  • Coordinated catering events that showcased the restaurant''s culinary talents while generating additional revenue streams through off-site services.
  • Oversaw successful marketing campaigns to increase restaurant exposure and awareness.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Hired, managed, and trained restaurant staff.
  • Implemented new recipes and modern cooking techniques to continuously improve the menu offerings and overall dining experience for guests.
  • Secured significant increase in repeat customers, curating seasonal menu that highlighted local ingredients.

Marketing Coordinator

Expo Centre Sharjah
03.2013 - 12.2015
  • Operated as the direct assistant to the Marketing Director.
  • Created engaging content for exhibition sales and marketing campaigns on the centers official website, Facebook, and Instagram.
  • Input new data, updated old records and cross-checked information to keep marketing database up-to-date.
  • Updated spreadsheets with statistical, financial and non-financial information.
  • Actively participated in trade shows and conferences, representing the brand professionally.
  • Coordinated and managed sponsorships and sponsorship activation.
  • Built strong relationships with key media contacts, resulting in increased press opportunities.
  • Secured media coverage for B2B and B2C Exhibitions and Exhibition center corporate news.
  • Supervised and monitored media purchasing from media outlets.
  • Designed and created campaign e-mail invitations, articles and marketing videos.
  • Wrote and edited articles, web content, advertising copy, periodicals and publications for internal and external audiences.
  • Developed innovative marketing and PR strategies.
  • Enhanced brand image during the ECS rebranding phases.
  • Consulted with advertising agencies to arrange promotional campaigns in various types of media.
  • Proactively managed editorial calendars to ensure timely placement of exhibitions promotional collateral.
  • Represented organization to customers, public, government officials and other external sources.
  • Conducted thorough media analysis to identify trends and insights that informed future PR strategies.
  • Drafted and edited content for organizational publications, employee newsletters, and stockholders' reports.
  • Oversaw team of communications and media relations professionals with focus on achieving PR results.
  • Oversaw social media presence and aligned posts to include branding and trending ideas.
  • Led crisis communications and media relations activities in response to challenging situations.
  • Developed and promoted corporate brand, images and identity to media and public.
  • Authored fresh and engaging press releases and prepared complete press kits.
  • Researched latest market trends and analyzed data to develop public relations strategies and tactics.
  • Reviewed and approved designs before final production, maintaining strict attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Managed project timelines and budgets, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.
  • Created logos, illustrations and typography for various exhibitions.
  • Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
  • Collaborated with other designers to create visually appealing graphics for range of print and digital media.
  • Used latest technologies to create immersive experiences internally and externally.
  • Enjoyed an global, refreshing, professional and personal experience with ECS exhibition management teams and exhibitors around the year, with every exhibition.

Marketing Assistant

Emaar Properties PJSC
12.2012 - 02.2013
  • Created a proposal for an integrated Corporate Social Responsibility department with a focus on environmental certifications (via recycling, cutting down on waste, reducing carbon emissions, using sustainable goods, reducing the carbon footprint) for the commercial and residential development projects.
  • Planned and executed internal and external marketing events with the Dubai Mall team.

Intern

Bee'ah - Sharjah Environmental Management Company
05.2011 - 08.2011

Create and launch the Recycle From Home campaign with the Marketing Team.

Intern (On field)

Bait Al Khair Charity
06.2008 - 09.2008

Accompanying Sheikh Abdullaziz Al Nuaimi ( Green Sheikh ) in receiving and creating a partnership with the Plastic Pollution Coalition team from the U.S.A.. Along with taking part in other charity related operations.

Summer Job (On Rotation)

Emirates Islamic Bank
06.2006 - 09.2006

Rotation in the Retail and Priority Banking departments at the main branch of the bank.

Education

Diploma in Hospitality - Culinary Arts

Intenational Center of Culinary Arts - ICCA Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
02.2019

Certificate of Proficiency in Media Management - Mass Communication

University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
09.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications - PR & Min. in Env. Policies

American University of Sharjah
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
06.2012

International General Certificate of Secondary Edu - Art And Design

University of Cambridge
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
06.2007

High School Diploma -

Al Ittihad Private School (A.I.P.S.)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
06.2007

Skills

  • Adobe Graphic Design Suite
  • Microsoft Office/Mac OS Savvy
  • Social Media & Digital Marketing
  • Strategic Research
  • A team player with excellent leadership qualities
  • Handling pressure and meeting deadlines
  • Decision-Making and Crisis Management
  • Eloquent speaker and communicator
  • A determined and tenacious creative mind
  • Campaign/Event planning and logistics (internal and external)
  • CSR and environmental Activities
  • Developing custom-made PR related incremental changes and innovations
  • Innovative corporate branding and rebranding
  • Print design and production
  • Relationship Building
  • Project Management
  • Campaign Development
  • Trade shows and events comprehensive management
  • Menu development and business planning /coaching

Accomplishments

  • 1st Place Award in H.E. Sheikha Latifa Bint Mohammed Award for Childhood Creativity 2007 (Photography)
  • 1st Place Award in Dubai Municipality Heritage Photography Award 2006
  • 1st Place Award in the Most Successful Student Team Project at A.I.PS. Annual Student Entrepreneurs Festival (FERIA) 2007
  • 1st Place Award in the AUS Students Leadership Program 2011 “Convey Leadership Competition”
  • 1st Place Award for the Most Creative Idea in the AUS Global Day 2012
  • 2nd Place Award for Best Research in the AUS Environmental Competition: Remedy for Survival
  • Best Speaker and Presenter Award & Best Campaign Media Kit Award in the Senior PR Project.
  • Winner of Sharjah Food Festival Celebs Cooking Competition. 2016
  • Creative Chef Award in ICCA Dubai 2019

Languages

Arabic
English

Countryofresidence

U.A.E.

Activities

  • Coordinator & participant in A.I.PS. Annual Students Entrepreneurs Festival (FERIA)
  • Team leader & participant in A.I.PS. annual Students Fine Arts & Photography Exhibition
  • School representative & Master of Ceremony in various official occasions
  • Part of the lead actors and director in the school's occasional on-stage operates
  • Part of the Peer Leaders Program by the Students Leadership Office
  • Part of the Community Services students team
  • Vice President of Bahraini Cultural Club
  • Media and PR coordinator in Emirati Cultural Club
  • Media and PR coordinator in Omani Cultural Club
  • Active member in Mass Communication Club
  • Active member in Environment Club
  • Active member in Photography Club

Emirate

Sharjah

Researchpaperspublications

  • Book chapter: Showaiter,F. (2010). Radio Power in Egypt. In Richardson, T. (Ed.), Shifting Sands: Eqyptian Media , then & now. (pp. 55-67). Published by the American University of Sharjah
  • Effectiveness of Environmental Awareness Campaigns on the UAE Society
  • Introduction of an Environmental Education Class as a University Requirement in AUS
  • The ways at which the Emirate of Sharjah addresses the current environmental threat that the U.A.E is facing and how effective are the state's efforts
  • The use and recognition of borrowed English words in their daily Arabic dialect by the youth of the GCC
  • The link between Industrial, Communication and Environmental Crises: Bhopal Tragedy
  • Kim Kardashian visiting the UAE for a publicity stunt: on the social acceptance of the local UAE community
  • The U.A.E Youth Social Media Networks Penetration and Engagement

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 05/10/90
  • Nationality: Bahraini

Awards

  • 1st Place Award in H.E. Sheikha Latifa Bint Mohammed Award for Childhood Creativity 2007. Emphasis: Photography
  • 1st Place Award in Dubai Municipality Heritage Photography Award 2006
  • 1st Place Award in Most Successful Student Team Project in the A.I.PS. Annual Student Entrepreneurs Festival (FERIA) 2007
  • 1st Place Award in the first AUS Students Leadership Program 2011 "Convey Leadership Competition"
  • 1st Place Award for the Most Creative Idea in the annual AUS Global Day 2012
  • 2nd Place Award for the Best Research Paper in the AUS Environmental Competition: Remedy For Survival
  • Best Speaker and Presenter Award & the Best Campaign Media Kit Award in the Senior PR Project "Judgment Day" / Final Review and Evaluations

References

References available by request

Hobbies and Interests

  • Freelance Photography
  • Community Service
  • Fine Arts & Hand Crafts
  • Multi-disciplinary reading
  • Travel

Affiliations

  • Sharjah Business Womens Council
  • Emirates Culinary Guild
  • Plastic Pollution Coalition

Certification

Project Management Program (PMP)

HACCP certification

City & Guilds Certification

Timeline

Restaurant Owner & Head Chef

Ark Coffee
01.2019 - Current

Marketing Coordinator

Expo Centre Sharjah
03.2013 - 12.2015

Marketing Assistant

Emaar Properties PJSC
12.2012 - 02.2013

Intern

Bee'ah - Sharjah Environmental Management Company
05.2011 - 08.2011

Intern (On field)

Bait Al Khair Charity
06.2008 - 09.2008

Summer Job (On Rotation)

Emirates Islamic Bank
06.2006 - 09.2006

Diploma in Hospitality - Culinary Arts

Intenational Center of Culinary Arts - ICCA Dubai

Certificate of Proficiency in Media Management - Mass Communication

University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications - PR & Min. in Env. Policies

American University of Sharjah

International General Certificate of Secondary Edu - Art And Design

University of Cambridge

High School Diploma -

Al Ittihad Private School (A.I.P.S.)
FATEMA SHOWAITER