I'm looking for remote work in data operations, data entry, administrative support, records management, reporting, transcription, or AI data annotation. I value accurate, structured work where I can work independently, stay organised, and contribute to reliable day-to-day operations.
Shalyni Reddy
@shalynireddy
Data operations and administrative professional skilled in data entry, reporting, records management, transcription, and AI data annotation.
What I'm looking for
I am a data operations and administrative professional with over 10 years of experience across data entry, data validation, records and database management, reporting, project administration, and process improvement. My background includes managing high-volume and confidential information, maintaining accurate records, developing Excel trackers and reports, coordinating workflows, and identifying ways to improve administrative and data processes.
I also have experience in transcription, language quality review, and AI data annotation, including current project-based work producing accurate, structured language data for AI training. I am comfortable working independently in remote environments and am known for accuracy, organisation, reliability and taking ownership of my work.
I am particularly interested in remote opportunities across data operations, data entry and quality, records management, administrative and operational support, transcription and AI data work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Operations & Reporting Coordinator
Pencil Academy
Jun 2026 - Present (2 months)
Capture, maintain, and validate student assessment and operational data in 8X CRM. Develop Excel-based trackers, prepare performance reports, and monitor data accuracy to support management review and day-to-day operations.
Perform AI-focused transcription, data annotation, and language quality review for the Aramis V2 project, producing accurate, structured language data for AI training. Work independently in a remote production environment while following detailed quality guidelines.
Language Quality Specialist
Multiple International Platforms
Dec 2021 - Jun 2026 (4 years 6 months)
Evaluated English-language content across international platforms for grammar, syntax, clarity, and contextual accuracy. Applied CEFR-aligned guidelines to assess language proficiency, proofread text, and provide structured quality feedback.
Assistant Project Manager
Blue Security
Jan 2017 - Dec 2022 (5 years 11 months)
Coordinated the administrative lifecycle of security infrastructure projects, maintaining Excel trackers, project records, and reporting dashboards. Prepared monthly performance reports, monitored project progress, and supported management with accurate operational data and reporting.
Administrative & Data Volunteer
Khulisa Social Solutions
Apr 2020 - Feb 2021 (10 months)
Captured, cleaned, and structured community outreach programme data in Excel. Verified records for accuracy, maintained organised datasets, and prepared structured summaries and reports for internal meetings.
Data Capture Clerk
Blue Security
Jan 2014 - Dec 2017 (3 years 11 months)
Created and maintained client profiles in operational systems while processing high volumes of data. Captured and validated information for accuracy, maintained organised records, and updated data in Listener and SAGE Pastel.
Regional Manager - Durban Branch
Recoveri Microdot
Jan 2014 - Jun 2014 (5 months)
Independently launched and operated Recoveri's first Durban pilot branch, managing branch administration, sales, client records, and daily operations. Tracked branch performance, maintained accurate records, and prepared reports for head office.
Administrative & Data Volunteer
South African Police Service (SAPS) - PHQ
Jan 2011 - Dec 2013 (2 years 11 months)
Provided comprehensive administrative and data support within the Crime Prevention unit, including database management, data capture and verification, record keeping, correspondence, document preparation and reporting. Maintained operational crime data and prepared reports and charts for management review.
Intern-LCRC
South African Police Service (SAPS)
Apr 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 8 months)
Provided administrative and data support within the LCRC, capturing and maintaining fingerprint, forensic and case records. Logged emergency calls, recorded evidence information, and maintained accurate documentation in line with chain-of-custody procedures.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The TEFL Academy
Level 5 TEFL Certificate, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Level 5 TEFL Certificate (168 hours) from The TEFL Academy, completed in 2021.
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Psychology
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology from the University of South Africa, completed in 2020.
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Arts, Criminology and Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Psychology from the University of South Africa, completed in 2010.
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