Zuhro Safarkulova
@zuhrosafarkulova
Experienced multilingual receptionist and administrative professional in hospitality.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced multilingual receptionist and administrative professional with a long history in hospitality and service organisations. I have worked in international hotels and development organisations, providing front-desk support, reservations, switchboard operation, and guest services while delivering informal translation between English, Russian and Tajik.
My background includes roles as Assistant to the General Manager, Assistant to the Front Office Manager and Reservation Officer at Dushanbe Serena Hotel, duty receptionist at Comfort Inn (Kings Cross, London), and receptionist positions with AKDN and AKHS. I maintain strong computer skills across Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access, and have a typing speed up to 60 wpm.
I bring reliable administrative support, appointment and meeting organization, mail and supplies management, and professional visitor reception. I work well in multinational teams, have experience coordinating with government and NGO partners, and prioritize clear communication, organization and a customer-focused approach.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant to Front Office Manager
Dushanbe Serena Hotel
Sep 2012 - Aug 2025 (12 years 11 months)
Handled reservations and inquiries, organised client meetings, performed administrative reporting, managed switchboard and reception duties, and maintained office supplies and visitor services.
Assistant to General Manager
Dushanbe Serena Hotel
Mar 2011 - Sep 2012 (1 year 6 months)
Organised official and private meetings for the General Manager, provided informal translation (English–Russian/Tajik), managed switchboard operations, and welcomed visitors to maintain professional front-office service.
Receptionist
Aga Khan Development Network
Mar 2009 - Jan 2010 (10 months)
Managed incoming calls and visitor reception, assisted staff with ID badges, mail distribution and office administration, and provided informal translation between English, Russian and Tajik.
Duty Receptionist
Comfort Inn Kings Cross
Jan 2004 - Aug 2008 (4 years 7 months)
Managed guest reservations and check-ins, answered phone enquiries, maintained staff and guest records, handled petty cash and switchboard duties, and liaised with international customers and partners.
Administrator and English Teacher
Aga Khan Health Service
Aug 2001 - Aug 2003 (2 years)
Delivered English instruction and developed course materials, prepared documents and programmes using Microsoft Office, coordinated with government and international agencies, and supported administrative tasks.
Teacher and Volunteer
Khorog State University
Apr 2001 - Jun 2001 (2 months)
Taught and presented to students and scholars in science, delivered individual presentations, and verified translations between English, Russian and Tajik.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Khorog State University
Specialist of English Language, English Language
1997 - 2002
Grade: Diploma with Honours
Activities and societies: Studied English literature and computer packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); participated in presentations and language skills development.
Completed a Specialist degree in English Language (Diploma with Honours), focusing on English language skills, literature, and computer applications.
English course, Khorog, Tajikistan
Certificate, English
Activities and societies: Focused on oral and written English proficiency; initial practical use of English for communication.
Undertook an English language course in Khorog to improve speaking, writing, and reading skills.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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