Jackline Nakagga
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented administrative and executive Assistant with extensive experience in legal and human resources management, field supervision, and research. Proven track record in providing comprehensive legal support, overseeing compliance, and managing complex projects. Adept at preparing detailed reports, analyzing data, and coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve project goals. Strong ability to manage budgets, administrative tasks, and maintain effective communication with stakeholders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal and Administrative Advisor
Council for Abavandimwe Uganda
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Consistently prioritized customer satisfaction by actively listening to their needs
- Resolving issues and problems promptly, and providing clear, concise information.
- Excel in adapting to various communication styles and maintaining a professional, empathetic demeanor
- Prepared legal opinions and petitions for the clients at all times regarding the ambitions of the Organization
- Coordinated project schedules, managing timelines and deliverables to ensure 95% of projects were completed on time
- Monitored and controlled project budgets, achieving cost savings through efficient resource allocation
- Identified and mitigated project risks, reducing project delays.
- Prepared detailed project reports and documentation, enhancing project transparency and tracking
- Prepared and analyzed reports on internal cases, results, and timings, supporting decision-making processes.
Legal and administrative assistant
Lufunya and associated Advocates
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Drafting legal documents such as plaints, Witness statements, Defenses, Trial bundles among others as required for the legal representation of a client in court
- Managed case files and ensured 80% achievement of the clients request and desires for the particular legal assistance
- Provided administrative and logistical support to project managers, contributing to a 50% increase in project efficiency
- Conducted data analysis and prepared reports, aiding in data-driven decision-making and improving project outcomes
- Managed relationships with vendors and contractors, ensuring 100% compliance with project specifications and timelines
- Assisted in tracking and managing project tasks, achieving a 75% improvement in task completion rates
- Addressed and resolved project issues promptly, reducing project disruptions by 50%
- Assisted in the creation and maintenance of project documentation, enhancing project organization and tracking
Human Resource Manager
Keshwala Group of companies
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Ensured proper coordination among all the seven companies in the Keshwala group
- Monitored the well being of all the employees in the seven companies around the different parts of the country
- Spearhead the recruitment of employees of the particular positions that were vacant and ensured that propped training is given to the new entrants.
- Provided legal advise to the company at all times especially on matters that involved the welfare of employees
- Ensure a healthy relationship between the employers and the employees at all times for the smooth running of the company business
- Advised and reminded the company secretaries to file annual returns and all necessary taxes on time
Auctioneer Assistant
Plan International-Uganda
03.2021 - 03.2021
- Participated in the bid valuation of the Non Government Organization for procuring various goods and services
- Ensured a smooth bid evaluation and a procurement process with transparency
Legal clerk
Mukiibi and Kyeyune Advocates
10.2019 - 03.2021
Education
High School Diploma - Administrative Assistance
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, Ontario03.2025
Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
Law Development Center Kampala
Ug01.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Laws
Nkumba University
01.2018
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) - undefined
Mount of Olives college Kakiri
01.2013
Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) - undefined
St Maria Goretti Senior Secondary School Katende
01.2011
Skills
- Technical knowledge
- Analytical problem solving
- Regulatory compliance oversight
- Effective communication
- Office administration
- Team leadership
- Organizational abilities
- Administrative support
- Time optimization
Certification
- BLS CPR+AED+First Aid Adult,Child,Infant | New Life CPR
- Naloxone training | Toward the heart.com
- Food handlers certification | Safe check Advanced Food Safety
- Administrative Assistant Certification | Mohawk College
- Certificate in Computer Studies | Makerere University | 2014
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Legal and Administrative Advisor
Council for Abavandimwe Uganda
01.2024 - 09.2024
Legal and administrative assistant
Lufunya and associated Advocates
12.2022 - 12.2023
Human Resource Manager
Keshwala Group of companies
04.2021 - 06.2022
Auctioneer Assistant
Plan International-Uganda
03.2021 - 03.2021
Legal clerk
Mukiibi and Kyeyune Advocates
10.2019 - 03.2021
Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
Law Development Center Kampala
Bachelor’s Degree - Laws
Nkumba University
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) - undefined
Mount of Olives college Kakiri
Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) - undefined
St Maria Goretti Senior Secondary School Katende
High School Diploma - Administrative Assistance
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology