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FATIMA ZAHRA

Point Cook,VIC

Summary

Student of Graduate diploma of psychology. Bachelor’s in computer sciences qualified with 3+ years’ experience in Customer Service, IT Administration & social media marketing. Expertise in web-based applications, social networking, blogging, and online advertising. Extensive knowledge of web technologies and current social media platforms. Currently working as a peer supporter where I provide support to grieving parents and help them navigate through difficult time. Studying psychology and working in mental health has helped me understand human behavior and attitudes. Have excellent written, verbal communication and people skills. Confident in establishing and maintaining a rapport with colleagues, customers and management. Have experience in working and consulting with a broad range of people at varying levels.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Beauty Advisor, Customer Service

L’occitane
10.2016 - 01.2022
  • Assisting customers in selection of products that best fit their needs
  • Develop loyal relationships with customers through friendly services and follow-up
  • Planning and managing events with team members
  • Communicating with head office for promotions and marketing
  • Handling, packaging & delivering of lifestyle and beauty products
  • Online marketing and branding of the product
  • Reaching out to the influencers and collaborating with them
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.

Customer Service & Administration, Key Role

BSNS CONSULTING
12.2013 - 02.2016
  • Handling of complaints, providing appropriate solutions and alternatives within the limited time and follow up to ensure resolution
  • Effective management of large amounts of incoming calls
  • Management of confidential matters and accurate data entry processing
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.

Grief & Loss Supporter

Red Nose
10.2021 - Current
  • Used active listening and empathy to connect with bereaved parented and address concerns.
  • Provided emergency response in intense situations to diffuse tensions.
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients.
  • Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide care to grieving families.
  • Through my lived experiences, encouraged parents to address their grief and understand that their feelings are valid.
  • shared my expediences in seminars at local community mental health centers to expand awareness of mental health.

Peer Support Counselor

Panda
, VIC
12.2021 - Current
  • Delivering mental health support to expecting and new parents
  • Demonstrate hope and model principles and characteristics of recovery
  • Sharing lived experiences with others struggling with mental health problems.
  • Building relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Communicating with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
  • Maintaining computers and technical resources to avoid disruption in service.

Education

Graduate Diploma - Psychology

University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
08.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Bahria University
08.2009 - 08.2013

Skills

Strategic sales knowledge

Key stakeholder relationship building

Report preparation

Staff education and training

Administrative support

Technical Support

Data Entry

MS Office

Teamwork and Collaboration

Excellent Communication

Research management

Statistical analysis

Active Listening

Google Workspace

Certification

Graduate diploma in Psychology 2021-In progress

Software

R studio

Timeline

Peer Support Counselor

Panda
12.2021 - Current

Grief & Loss Supporter

Red Nose
10.2021 - Current

Graduate Diploma - Psychology

University of Melbourne
08.2020 - Current

Beauty Advisor, Customer Service

L’occitane
10.2016 - 01.2022

Customer Service & Administration, Key Role

BSNS CONSULTING
12.2013 - 02.2016

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Bahria University
08.2009 - 08.2013
FATIMA ZAHRA