Shamaila Idrees

I am an adaptable and self-motivated, project manager with 18 years of experience in the telecom, education and charity organizations working both nationally and internationally. After completing a recent project for my current employer, I am now seeking to secure a new project management role to bring my extensive experiences and skillset to a new challenging role. I am organized with a strong diligence and have extensive experience using sector specific software such as Ms Project, Oracle and SAP.

My long employment history has honed my ability to quickly adapt and deliver results in a friendly, dependable, and an effective manner. I am eager to contribute to a dynamic workplace where I can continue to grow and apply my wealth of knowledge and experience.

Cover & Admissions Manager - Trinity CofE High School

(2025-01)

• Managed school diary and cover arrangements using SIMS, ensuring seamless operations and minimal disruptions
• Coordinated admissions process, including data management on SIMS and Applica software, and communication with parents/authorities
• Ensured student safety and reported safeguarding concerns through school reporting procedures, adhering to Manchester City Council guidelines
• Provided cover support to staff, sourcing external agencies (e.g., Supply Teacher agencies) and managing bookings via Agencies' portals
• Liaised with HR, Heads of Year, and management on long-term absences, specialist cover, and staff support
• Supervised Cover Supervisors team, provided training, and ensured quality cover
• Managed rooms bookings, closures, and timesheets with agencies and finance teams
• Streamlined admissions process, meeting Manchester City Council deadlines using Applica and SIMS, resulting in improved efficiency
• Streamlined admissions process including SEN/EHCP, LAC/ IYFAP admissions and liaised with Local authority and relevant head of years
• Successfully managed single-handedly, covering admissions and support roles, enhancing efficiency and reducing workload pressure
• Coordinated open evenings, transition days, and school tours, improving parent engagement and satisfaction
• Prepared and presented appeal statements via Appeal Portal, achieving positive outcomes and supporting student admissions
• Implemented effective communication strategies with primary schools, local authorities, and parents, improving admissions outcomes

Project Portfolio Manager - Flowhesion Foundation

(2023-01 - 2024-12)

• Engaging with strategic forums for project expansion and grant funding
• Successfully launching Flowhesion foundation charity projects in Salford and Tameside to promote community cohesion and integration
• Organising community events, recruiting staff and volunteers
• Delivering small projects and co-design sessions with service users
• Maintaining relationships with partners and promoting the charity
• Monitoring progress and evaluating impact
• Organising creative activities (Summer & Easter HAF) and workshops for children Stay n Play Sessions), girls (Sports Sessions) including children with special needs (down syndrome, autistic, dyslexic) and women (health Sessions e.g. mindfulness & Counselling sessions)
• Collaborating with government and partner organizations on sports sessions, employment skills services, and health & well-being initiatives
• Successfully registered 18 candidates, designed bespoke training for employment skills, vocational profiling, ensuring 9 service users accredited trainings, 15 volunteer work, 8 work placements, 5 paid jobs and 2 business startups
• Managing caseloads and provided in work support to clients
• Networking with Salford CVS, NHS, and City Council for community cohesion
• Advocating and submitting an application to the tribunal court on behalf of autistic, ADHD patients, elderly people and successfully secured employment allowance, UC credit and PIP: 100% increase in access to benefits and support services for patients
• Spearheaded strategic growth and development initiatives for a Flowhesion and secured 50% funding for new and ongoing projects through representing on community events and forums

General Manager – Project Manager- National & International Qualifications -Recruitments - Roots International Schools, Colleges & Metropolitan International United College

(2012-01 - 2022-12)

• Leading recruitment, assessment, and admission processes
• Organising counselling, orientation sessions, education expos, and seminars
• Managing communication, public relations, events, and media coordination
• Facilitating management and student academic needs and career counselling
• Developed and implemented personalized educational learning and employment plans for special students (dyslexia & Autistic) in collaboration with welfare organizations and teaching staff
• 90% of students achieved their educational and employment goals, 90% of students reported an increase in confidence, social skills and self-esteem and 85% of students secured employment or further education opportunities
• Handling revenue generation, financial forecasting, and digital marketing campaigns
• Organising major events like RYMUN, Olympiads, Job fairs, Education Expos and Global Entrepreneurship Week
• Collaborated with industries, National Incubation centres, Chambers of commerce, Hospitals, financial intermediaries, community organizations and ministries resulted in 30+ students startups launched and incubated, 100+ students (every year) trained through customized Entrepreneurship programs and ensured internships, work placements and jobs
• Achieving 10,000 admissions and launching 25 campuses nationwide
• Increasing company revenue through strategic recruitments and student retention
• Collaborating on community engagement projects and sustainable development goals

Project HR Specialist/Purchase Officer- CM-PAK Project - Alcatel-Lucent

(2007-01 - 2011-12)

• Managing procurement using IB3 (SAPS) Software
• Coordinating with internal departments and vendors
• Developing training programs and conducting employee appraisals

General Manager - Pyramid Education and Technologies

(2004-01 - 2006-12)

• Improving administration and procedural processes
• Coordinating meetings and appointments for management
• Developing vocational plans and faculty training

MSc - Business Analytics - Manchester Metropolitan University (2022-01 - 2023-12)

MPhil - Project Management - Riphah International University (2014-01 - 2016-12)

BBA(Hons) - Management & IT - Hamdard University (2002-01 - 2004-12)

MBA-ITM - Finance & IT - Hamdard University