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Shimwa Aubine

@shimwaaubine

Aspiring Virtual Assistant with entrepreneurial leadership skills in administration, operations, project coordination, and client support.

Rwanda

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a remote role where I can support administration, operations, project coordination, and client support—using my research, communication, and organization skills to help teams run smoothly with reliability and care.

I am a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Leadership from the African Leadership University, with a strong background in tourism, hospitality, and risk management. I am also currently pursuing Virtual Assistant training to expand my professional skills and open new career opportunities.

I bring hands-on experience through roles like Founder & Entrepreneur in agriculture, where I manage farm operations, production planning, marketing, and sales. I also worked as a Data Collector for UNESCO-RWANDA, conducting field research and data collection on intangible cultural heritage while engaging communities and ensuring accurate, respectful recording. Earlier, I supported visitors as a Tourist Guide intern, strengthening my customer service, communication, tour planning, and cross-cultural engagement.

I am actively seeking remote roles where I can apply my skills in administration, operations, project coordination, and client support to help businesses run smoothly and efficiently. I work with tools like Google Workspace and communication platforms (Slack, Zoom, Loom, Google Meet), and I’m motivated by problem-solving, organization, and reliable execution.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Founder & Entrepreneur

Current

Myself

Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Founded and manage an agribusiness focused on poultry farming, onions, and Irish potatoes. Handles farm operations, production planning, marketing, and sales.

Agriculture Poultry Farming Onion Production Irish Potatoes)Production Planning Marketing Sales Business Operations Problem Solving

Data Collector

UNESCO Rwanda

Feb 2024 - Feb 2025 (1 year)

Conducted field research and data collection on intangible cultural heritage in Karongi for UNESCO. Documented local traditions and oral histories through community engagement and interviews.

Field Research Data Collection Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Oral History Interviewing Community Engagement Data Analysis Research

Risk Management Training

GIZ and Tourism Chamber

Jan 2023 - Jan 2023 (0 months)

Completed training in occupational health and safety, including food safety, incident reporting, and emergency preparedness. Learned risk assessment, safety compliance, and development of standard operating procedures.

Occupational Health and Safety Food Safety Incident Reports Emergency Preparedness Transport And Destination Safety Standard Operating Procedures Risk Assessment Safety Compliance Emergency management

Volunteer – Ironman Rwanda 70.3

Beyond the Gorillas Experience

Jan 2023 - Jan 2023 (0 months)

Assisted Beyond the Gorillas Experience by promoting tour company products at the Ironman exhibition. Advertised services, engaged with visitors, and distributed business cards.

Event Promotion Marketing Support Customer Engagement Client Communication Advertising Relationship Building

Tourist Guide Intern

Beyond the Gorillas Experience

Jan 2022 - Apr 2022 (3 months)

Led visitors on mountain treks, community tourism experiences, and birding tours. Provided interpretation, cultural insights, and itinerary guidance while ensuring a safe and engaging guest experience.

Tour Guiding Mountain Trekking Community Tourism Birding Tours Interpretation itinerary planning Customer Service Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

African Leadership University

Bachelor of Science (BSc.), Entrepreneurial Leadership

2023 -

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Leadership through mission-based, real-world learning. Focuses on building leadership and innovation capacity to support Africa’s challenges.

Education First (EF)

English Proficiency Development Program, English Proficiency

2021 - 2022

Grade: Level 11 (Upper Intermediate)

Completed a 12-month Education First (EF) English program. Reached Level 11 (Upper Intermediate) and improved English speaking, writing, listening, and reading skills.

GIZ & Tourism Chamber

Risk management training, Occupational Health and Safety / Risk Management

2023 -

Completed risk management training focused on occupational health and safety. Covered food safety, incident reporting, emergency preparedness, transport and destination safety, and standard operating procedures.

RTC-Rub

Advanced TVET Certificate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry

2019 - 2022

Completed an Advanced TVET certificate in tourism and hospitality industry training. Covered hospitality services, customer care, event and destination management, food safety, and occupational health standards.