Bridget Shima
MOTEL / HOTEL MANAGER | HOSPITALITY & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
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About
Customer-focused and hands-on Hospitality and Operations Manager with extensive experience in residential management, front-office administration, and staff supervision. Proven track record of managing complete facility operations at CEPACOV—including guest/client check-ins, staff coordination, and supply inventory—complemented by direct hotel front-desk and guest relations experience at Doo Place Hotel. An adaptable, proactive leader with exceptional communication skills, sound administrative proficiency, and property maintenance coordination capacity.
Eager to bring a dedicated, hands-on management approach to the Motel Manager role in the Fraser Coast area, QLD. Fully prepared to relocate immediately and reside on-site for a long-term position.
Experience
Office & Operations Manager - Mbachilin Development Foundation - Nigeria
(2026-01)
- Direct all day-to-day administrative and operational activities to ensure seamless organizational and property performance.
- Oversee scheduling, stakeholder communications, administrative record-keeping, and resource allocation.
- Apply proactive problem-solving to prioritize operational tasks, manage supplies, and resolve daily logistical challenges efficiently.
Residential Home Manager / Operations Lead - Centre for Parental Care of the Old and Vulnerable (CEPACOV) - Nigeria
(2018 - 2024)
- Managed full day-to-day operations and administration of a residential facility, upholding exceptional service standards and client care.
- Oversee guest and client check-in processes with a professional, welcoming, and customer-first approach.
- Supervised, trained, and led staff and support personnel, optimizing daily duty schedules and fostering a cohesive team environment.
- Managed facility inventory, monitored stock of essential daily operational supplies, and coordinated vendor deliveries.
- Handled general property maintenance oversight, ensuring facility safety, hygiene, visual appeal, and operational readiness.
Front Desk Officer / Guest Services - Doo Place Hotel - Nigeria
(2014 - 2018)
- Managed front-desk operations, welcoming incoming guests, responding to enquiries, and delivering excellent customer care.
- Assisted with guest check-in/check-out procedures, reservation administrative records, and front-office communications.
- Resolved guest enquiries and service issues promptly to ensure high guest satisfaction and repeat visits.
- Coordinated closely with housekeeping and maintenance personnel to maintain pristine room standards and public area quality.
Field Data Enumerator / Operations Support - International Organization for Migration (IOM) - Benue State, Nigeria
(2024-03 - 2025)
- Conduct structured field operations, interviews, and real-time digital reporting under strict operational compliance.
Data Entry & Project Support Specialist - APIN / ARFH - Nigeria
- Maintained accurate record management, client documentation, data processing, and operational reporting.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) - Computer Science - University of Agriculture, Makurdi (2014)
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Computer Science - OSISATECH, Enugu (2010)
National Diploma (ND) - Computer Science - Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo (2008)

