Natashya Awing

Communications professional with a strong background in strategic administration, stakeholder relations, project coordination, and organisational management. A PhD candidate in Communication with extensive experience preparing reports, research briefs, presentations, meeting documentation, and official correspondence for senior leaders, government agencies, and external stakeholders from her research experiences. Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information, coordinate complex initiatives, anticipate executive needs, and maintain effective communication across multiple levels of an organisation.

Known for exceptional organisational skills, professional discretion, and the ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments. Adapt at coordinating meetings and facilitating productive engagement with internal and external stakeholders. Combines analytical thinking, strong communication and writing skills, and a proactive approach to provide high-quality executive and administrative support that contributes to strategic decision-making and organisational success.

Research Assistant - Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Institute of Education (SHBIE), Universiti Brunei Darussalam - Brunei

(2026-01 - 2026-03)

• Designed and implemented in-depth, semi-structured interview protocols and data collection.
• Managed purposive sampling of participants, the secondary school teachers, the literature review, and the initial analysis of Data.

Research Assistant- Journal Editor - Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Universiti Brunei Darussalam - Brunei

(2026-01 - 2026-05)

• Managed manuscript submissions and coordinated editorial workflow, conducted initial screening for scope, quality, and formatting compliance, communicated with authors regarding revisions, feedback, and decisions, Coordinated peer-review process with reviewers and editorial board members.
• Assisted in proofreading final manuscripts before publication and supported journal indexing, documentation, and publication records

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Universiti Teknologi Brunei - Brunei

(2023-09 - 2025-06)

Courses Taught: Research Methodology, Communication Research, Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Fundamentals of Information Systems.

• Curricular development, delivering tutorials, facilitating lectures, supervising research projects, and mentoring students.

Teacher – Maths & Science - Mekurius Tuition - Brunei

(2022-09 - 2023-09)

• Taught Combined Science and Mathematics to Year 8 and Year 11 students.

Part-Time Tuition Teacher - Jumanji Tuition School - Brunei

(2022-07 - 2022-11)

• Taught Combined Science (Year 8 & Year 11), Geography (Year 11), and English Language (Primary 5).

Part-Time Tuition Teacher - Roadless Travelled Homeschool - Brunei

(2022-01 - 2022-06)

• Taught English, Mathematics, Combined Science, and Commerce (Primary 4 – Secondary 5).

Intern – English Teacher & Assistant Teacher - Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School - Brunei

(2021-01 - 2021-05)

• Taught English Language to Kindergarten 3 students, assisted teaching in Kindergarten 2, including support for special needs students (Down Syndrome & Autism Spectrum Disorder), supported administrative tasks: data entry, data profiling, and event planning/decor.

Intern – Welfare & Social Service Departments - Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Headquarters - Brunei

(2020-08 - 2020-12)

• Assisted in planning housing signing and handover events attended by His Royal Highness Prince Abdul Malik.
• Conducted administrative tasks, including data entry, data profiling, and housing data compilation.
• Participated in onsite inspections for construction and furnishing projects.

Sales Assistant - Dynamic Sport Store - Brunei

(2019-01 - 2019-12)

• Assisted customers, managed stock checks, and handled customer queries and complaints.

Receptionist / Guest Service Agent - Empire Hotel and Country Club, Jerudong - Brunei

(2018-01 - 2018-05)

• Handled check-in/check-out procedures, cash/credit transactions, and customer requests.
• Served VIP international guests, managing queries, complaints, and refunds.

Intern – Statistics Unit, Tourism Development Department - Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism - Brunei

(2017-12 - 2018-01)

• Contributed to Brunei Tourism Statistics, monitored visitor data, and compiled reports on Temburong tourism.

Entrepreneurship Programme Participant - Brunei Entrepreneurship Education Scheme (BEES) - Brunei

(2015-01 - 2015-12)

• Co-founded and managed the small business Pasta Rasta Bees Company.
• Served as Secretary, responsible for minutes, official documentation, and financial record-keeping.

PhD in Teaching and Learning - Teaching and Learning - Universiti Teknologi Brunei (2023-08 - 2026-07)

Master of Science in Communication - Communication - Universiti Teknologi Brunei (2022-08 - 2023-06)

Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Environment, and Development - Geography, Environment, and Development - Universiti Brunei Darussalam (2018-05 - 2022-07)