Damilola Afolabi
Surrey,BC
Summary
Forward-thinking Executive Assistant accomplished in aiding company leaders with key functions. Gifted at managing busy schedules, organizing projects and providing stellar administrative support to executive team. Analyzes, prioritizes and completes tasks with professionalism and sound judgment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Virtual Executive Assistant
Strategic Bureau LTD
Lefkosa, TRNC
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports for executive team.
- Organized travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, ground transportation and restaurants reservations.
- Created processes to streamline operations of the executive office.
- Managed multiple calendars for executives and ensured all deadlines were met.
- Prepared expense reports and tracked departmental budgeting.
- Coordinated meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
- Conducted research projects for executive decision-making purposes.
- Generated detailed reports on project status updates for executive review.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors by responding to inquiries promptly.
- Acted as liaison between executives and other departments within organization.
- Collaborated with leadership team to develop strategies to improve operational efficiency.
Administrative Assistant
Cornerstone Insurance Plc
Ilorin, Lagos
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Communicated with clients, team members, and relevant departments to ensure the investment target is met
- Worked with partners and other relevant stakeholders to improve customer satisfaction
- Planned, coordinated, and managed projects remotely to ensure that tasks are completed timely and efficiently
- Scheduled team meetings and carried team members along with updates on the ongoing projects or new projects.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
- Created travel arrangements for senior managers according to their requirements.
Digital Marketer
Modest Logistics Cargo
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Assisted clients with various questions and concerns related to the company’s products & services
- Successfully consulted with the media team, ad representatives, photographers, videographers, vendors, and service providers to support assigned projects
- Managed online marketing campaigns, social media accounts, and SEO to promote the company’s services
- Provided fantastic customer service through clear communication by proactively educating customers on utilizing available access channels and referring customers to appropriate representatives for logistics services.
International Trade & Operational Officer
Oxford International Group
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Spearheaded international trade operations, managing import and export transactions for a diverse portfolio of clients
- Ensured compliance with international trade regulations and documentation requirements, minimizing risks, and facilitating smooth transactions
- Updating the client Database (HrLink and Salesforce) and evaluated creditworthiness of clients, contributing to a reduction in bad debt by 10%
- Sending emails to prospective clients
- Creating visual concepts, logos and layouts remotely for advertisements.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations
Cyprus International University - North Nicosia, Cyprus
02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - History & International Studies
University of Ilorin- Kwara, Nigeria
09.2019
Skills
- 8 years of experience remotely managing and executing projects
- Technical Proficiency and Digital Literacy
- Reporting, Book-keeping, Customer Service Experience
- Consultancy
- Digital Marketing
- Technical Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams), Zoom, and Canva
- Soft Skills: Problem-solving, Interpersonal Communication, Customer Relationship Management, Relationship Building, Organizational Skills, Reliability, Teamwork and collaboration, Time Management, Self-Motivation and Critical Thinking Skills
Certification
Project Management 2019
NIIT Limited
Customers Relationship Management 2018
New Horizon
Public Speaking 2017
Brainspeed Communication Academy
Desktop Publishing and Graphics Design 2015
Oxford Computer College
Timeline
Virtual Executive Assistant
Strategic Bureau LTD
02.2021 - 12.2022
Administrative Assistant
Cornerstone Insurance Plc
10.2018 - 02.2020
Digital Marketer
Modest Logistics Cargo
10.2018 - 02.2020
International Trade & Operational Officer
Oxford International Group
01.2016 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - International Relations
Cyprus International University - North Nicosia, Cyprus
Bachelor of Arts - History & International Studies
University of Ilorin- Kwara, Nigeria
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