Carolyne Magodo
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a diverse background spanning Communications, Consultancy, Project Management, and Executive Assistance. Currently pursuing an MBA, dedicated to providing strategic operational, communications and administrative support to contributing to organizational success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
The Black Economic Council Of Massachusetts
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Served as primary steward of CEO's schedule, managing complex projects, correspondence with diverse stakeholders, and task prioritization to achieve organizational objectives.
- Collaborated closely with senior leadership team and staff members coordinating initiatives, problem solving, streamlining operations, and optimizing time management, resulting in surpassing of organizational goals.
- Facilitated seamless communication with board, ensuring alignment and active involvement in organizational initiatives and fundraising efforts.
Special Projects Manager and Executive Assistant
WashTone Media
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Oversaw agency's administration, project management, events planning, supported operations and managed CEO's schedule to boost efficiency and agency's goals.
- Implemented continuous improvement strategies based on lessons learned from previous projects.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify project requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Streamlined processes for increased efficiency, leading to timely project completion and cost savings.
Project Management Consultant
Westampton Solutions
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Led a 5-member team in devising and executing Marketing Communications campaign strategies, driving revenue growth through winning bid proposals attuned to client requirements.
- Implemented Agile methodologies to streamline project management, enhancing efficiency and expediting project timelines.
- Achieved 30% cost reductions by renegotiating vendor contracts and exploring alternative materials or approaches while maintaining quality standards.
- Orchestrated cross-functional teams to propel project advancement, fostering clear communication and prompt issue resolution.
- Managed cross-functional teams to drive project progress, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
Communications Associate
Growth Africa
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Oversaw development and implementation of Growth Africa's overall communications strategy, events planning and management, stakeholder engagement promoting key activities within Africa region to support entrepreneurs , growing ambitious and scalable African ventures and SMEs.
- Developed crisis communication protocols, mitigating potential reputation risks for organization.
- Boosted media coverage and social media engagement with consistent and creative content creation.
Communications & Public Relations Officer
Living Water International
04.2013 - 12.2017
- Member of senior management team and oversaw overall organization marketing communications activities.
- Developed marketing communications policies and plans for internal and external communications and engagement.
- Organized successful press events, streamlined PR processes by managing budgets, timelines, and resources efficiently.
- Enhanced brand reputation by developing and implementing strategic public relations campaigns.
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University Canada West
Vancouver, Canada2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Public Relations)
Daystar University
Kenya06.2012
Skills
- Project management
- Customer relations
- Operations management
- Enthusiastic team player
- Problem solving
- Tech savvy
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
The Black Economic Council Of Massachusetts
01.2022 - 03.2024
Special Projects Manager and Executive Assistant
WashTone Media
01.2020 - 12.2021
Project Management Consultant
Westampton Solutions
06.2018 - 12.2019
Communications Associate
Growth Africa
12.2017 - 06.2018
Communications & Public Relations Officer
Living Water International
04.2013 - 12.2017
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University Canada West
Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Public Relations)
Daystar University
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