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Zahirul Chowdhury

Wiley Park,NSW

Summary

Goal-oriented Admin Officer, dedicated to strengthening administrative operations to streamline costs and enhance procedures. Cultivate long-lasting relationships with students and staff to strengthen program success. Motivational leader with top-notch communication, organizational and strategic planning abilities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Support Team Leader

Australian Institute Of Business Intelligence
2023.03 - Current
  • Designed the Student Support Operation Policy guideline for the Student Support department.
  • Designed and monitored the students movement work Log.
  • Drafted and monitored the SOP evaluation guideline for the Admissions Department.
  • Provided training and support to the Academic Department on enrollment of students in MESHED.
  • Monitored the process to track down the non-commencing students for both current and enrolled students via MESHED and CANVAS.
  • Conducted Student Activities and Events to contribute to the student retention.
  • Used Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, MESHED, RTOM, CANVAS, PRISMS, JotForm, HubSpot and other software tools to maintain student records, process student requests and for other communications.
  • Generating Offer letter via MESHED.
  • Issuing/cancelling/creating SCVS of COEs via PRISMS to support the Admission Team.
  • Support the compliance team on TCSI reporting.
  • Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns.
  • Communicating with students to advise on timetable, course progression and attendance.
  • Advising students on enrollment, re-enrollment, course deferment, Leave of Absence, withdrawal or refund.
  • Circulating schedules and other notices.
  • Answering all communications made from students or agents.
  • Organizing and Conducting students Orientation.
  • Organizing students graduation ceremony.
  • Monitoring student's Course Progression via Meshed and Canvas and taking initiatives to arrange catch up classes/reassessments to improve student's course progression in association with the Academic Department.
  • Monitoring student's attendance and issuing warning letters, ITR, or conducting intervention meeting with the students to improve their attendance.
  • Coordinating proactively among the departments including accounts while processing any such request of withdrawal, Leave of Absence or deferment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Student Services and Admissions Coordinator

Kenvale College
2022.01 - 2023.03
  • Used Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, RTOM, CANVAS, PRISMS and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Generating Offer letter via RTOM.
  • Issuing/cancelling/creating SCVS of COEs via PRISMS.
  • Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns.
  • Communicating with students to advise on schedule, course progression and attendance.
  • Advising students on enrollment, re-enrollment, course deferment, Leave of Absence or withdrawal.
  • Circulating schedules and other notices.
  • Answering all communications made from students or agents.
  • Organizing and Conducting students Orientation.
  • Organizing students graduation ceremony.
  • Monitoring student's Course Progression via RTOM and Canvas and taking initiatives to arrange catch up classes/reassessments to improve student's course progression in association with the Academic Department.
  • Monitoring student's attendance and issuing warning letters, ITR, or conducting intervention meeting with students to improve their attendance.
  • Coordinating proactively among the departments including accounts while processing any such request of withdrawal, Leave of Absence or deferment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Student Services and Admin Officer

Lead College Pty Ltd.
2021.01 - 2021.12
  • Kept institution financially sound by tracking expenses and maintaining detailed records.
  • Optimized student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options to maintain students retention.
  • Monitoring students Course Progression Data Base and acting in accordance with outcome. Example: Communicating with Trainers and Students to arrange catch-up classes to keep the course progression data base healthy.
  • Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization and integrate new technology.
  • Assisted faculty and staff in duties such as teaching classes, conducting orientation programs.
  • Determined course schedules and coordinated teaching assignments and room assignments to optimize use of buildings and equipment.
  • Used Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, aXcelerate, Moodle, and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Communicating with students to advise on schedule, course progress and attendance.
  • Advising students on enrollment, re-enrollment, course deferment, Leave of Absence, Withdrawal and Refund.
  • Circulating schedules and other notices.
  • Answering all communications made from students or agents.

Customer Service Provider

SUBWAY®Restaurants
2020.05 - 2020.12
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding backorder availability, future inventory and special orders.
  • Leveraged sales expertise to promote products and capitalized on upsell opportunities.

Sales Administration Officer

The Magic Touch Australasia Pty Ltd.
2019.11 - 2020.05
  • Standardized office structures and processes to promote collaboration and increased performance.
  • Established and developed strong administrative team by delivering ongoing coaching and motivation and fostering career advancement.
  • Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
  • Maintained protocol throughout routine work days and special events.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Readymade Garment Printers, Laser Printing Papers, Dye Sublimation Printing Accessories, Poly-Flex or Trade Flex Paper and performed competitor analysis.
  • Marketed Printers for Readymade Garments to targeted audience at trade shows and events.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.
  • Created and launched new online marketing strategies, resulting in [5]% sales increase.
  • Built deep relationships with store managers, business owners and distribution partner sales teams by employing industry expertise and knowledge, retail strategies and sales tactics.
  • Coordinated staff sales meetings to discuss developmental strategy, best practices and process improvements.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Designed CRM Program and Database to enhance lead prospecting and sales management.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encouraged purchases.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing and management teams to develop solutions and accomplished shared objectives.

Marketing Manager

ANON Tech Pty Ltd.
2015.02 - 2018.06
  • Assessed marketing copy, art comps and final designs and compared with established specifications.
  • Researched industry and marketplace trends to develop marketing solutions and enhance business operations.
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
  • Organized contacts and orchestrated innovative marketing campaigns to boost awareness, engagement and sales.
  • Transformed corporate website and social media platforms to better engage customers and promote sales.
  • Coordinated meetings between project members and clients to develop ideas, discuss progress and set goals.
  • Maintained documentation, detailing assignments, in-progress work and completed project milestones.

Senior Officer (Research and Development)

Prime Bank Ltd, Head Office
2012.12 - 2015.11
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Designed Product or Service Prelaunch Feasibility Studies.
  • Designed CRM (Customer Relationship Management) Programs.
  • Conducted Feasibility Studies on Branch Opening.
  • Designed Survey Questionnaire.
  • Decided on Market Survey Methodology.
  • Generated Reports on conducted surveys, research or feasibility Studies.
  • Analyzed affectiveness of ongoing promotions among the customers.
  • Gained experience in using SPSS, a software to analyze quantitative research/survey.
  • Proof Editing of Reports.
  • Conducted Mystery Shopper Survey among the branches to determine the quality of services being provided.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Education

BBA - Marketing.

American International University-Bangladesh
Bangladesh

Skills

  • Data Entry
  • MS Office, MS Excel
  • PRISMS, aXcelerate, MOODLE, RTOM, Meshed, Canvas, JotForm, HubSpot, MYOB, Corel Draw, Roland Cut Studio
  • Team-building
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Excellent Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Multitasking Abilities

Professional Reference

1.Farzan Contractor,

   Head Lecturer,

   Kenvale College,

   Contact: 0431 179 474


2.Shahriar Kabir,

   Academic Manager,

   Sydney City College of Management. 

   Former Campus Manager and Academic Coordinator,

   Lead College Pty Ltd.

   Contact: 0450 298 884

Timeline

Student Support Team Leader

Australian Institute Of Business Intelligence
2023.03 - Current

Student Services and Admissions Coordinator

Kenvale College
2022.01 - 2023.03

Student Services and Admin Officer

Lead College Pty Ltd.
2021.01 - 2021.12

Customer Service Provider

SUBWAY®Restaurants
2020.05 - 2020.12

Sales Administration Officer

The Magic Touch Australasia Pty Ltd.
2019.11 - 2020.05

Marketing Manager

ANON Tech Pty Ltd.
2015.02 - 2018.06

Senior Officer (Research and Development)

Prime Bank Ltd, Head Office
2012.12 - 2015.11

BBA - Marketing.

American International University-Bangladesh
Zahirul Chowdhury