BANDARY ABDURAHMAN TOLOLA
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
A highly skilled professional with strong verbal and written communication abilities in both English and Arabic, adept at providing executive support and managing office operations. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms, with excellent time management skills to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines. Demonstrates influential networking capabilities and the ability to work independently, maintaining filing systems and managing scheduling tasks efficiently. Experienced in translating Note Verbals between English and Arabic, seeking to leverage these competencies in a dynamic organisational environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
ASSISTANT DIRECTORE
CZECH TRADE - EMBASSY OF CZECH REPUBLIC
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA
06.2026 - Current
- Facilitated communication with Czech companies, Saudi partners, and various institutions, including document and report preparation.
- Supported organisation and execution of business events, trade fairs, and missions, managing logistics and participant communication.
- Assisted in monitoring and analysing business and economic trends in Saudi Arabia, providing relevant information for decision-making.
- Provided administrative support to the director of the foreign office, managing calendars, organising meetings, and coordinating business travel.
Secretary, Translator and Protocol Officer to the Ambassador
Embassy of Ethiopia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
12.2022 - 04.2026
- Provided administrative assistance to ambassador deputies and head of mission while managing internal and external communications.
- Coordinated logistical arrangements for meetings and events to ensure smooth operations and compliance with formal protocols.
- Drafted and prepared documents, including note verbals in English and Arabic, maintaining confidentiality and timely delivery.
- Recorded accurate minutes during meetings and supported document management to keep work files current.
- Prioritised tasks effectively by assessing urgency and importance to ensure timely completion of key responsibilities.
- Utilised the Marasim platform to manage diplomatic communications, ensuring accurate submission within required timeframes.
Communications and Business Development Manager
Developed Hands for Recruitment
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
05.2018 - 12.2022
- Assisted in drafting formal correspondence in English and Arabic for governmental and private sector entities to ensure clarity and adherence to protocols.
- Supported in preparing and submitting monthly reports to notify relevant stakeholders of actions needed for timely task execution.
- Contributed to drafting partnership contracts and MOUs following negotiations to ensure proper documentation and compliance with standards.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Clinical Nursing
Hayat Medical College
Addis Ababa 10/2013 - 08/2017
Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills both in English and Arabic
Influential networking
Experienced in providing executive support
Proficient in standard office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook And other social media sites
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Capable of maintaining filing systems, databases, and managing basic scheduling tasks
Ability to effectively translate Note Verbal’s from English to Arabic and vice versa
Resilience under pressure
Initiative taking
Communication proficiency
Cultural awareness
Languages
ENGLISH: Fluent
ARABIC: Fluent
Timeline
ASSISTANT DIRECTORE
CZECH TRADE - EMBASSY OF CZECH REPUBLIC
06.2026 - Current
Secretary, Translator and Protocol Officer to the Ambassador
Embassy of Ethiopia
12.2022 - 04.2026
Communications and Business Development Manager
Developed Hands for Recruitment
05.2018 - 12.2022
Bachelor's degree - Clinical Nursing
Hayat Medical College
10/2013 - 08/2017