JOANA ASHUN
BARRIE,ON
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented MSc student in Project Management with over 6 years of experience in administrative roles, including significant exposure to project coordination, stakeholder management, and event planning. Proven ability to support project teams in meeting deadlines, managing resources, and maintaining clear communication channels. Seeking an Assistant Project Manager Intern position to apply project management knowledge and gain hands-on experience in the Canadian industry.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Project Manager Intern
Jebco Construction Companies
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in managing construction projects, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to budget requirements.
- Coordinated meetings with subcontractors and stakeholders, creating comprehensive project reports to update the project manager.
- Maintained project documentation and schedules using MS Project, ensuring seamless workflow and team collaboration.
- Key Achievements:Reduced project delays by 15% through process improvements in communication between stakeholders.
Project Coordinator Intern
Ash Automated Packaging Systems
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Supported project teams in the planning and execution of infrastructure projects, including project budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder communication.
- Helped manage procurement processes, ensuring all materials were delivered on time and within the project budget.
- Conducted risk assessments and suggested mitigation strategies, contributing to the overall reduction of project risks.
- Key Achievements: Spearheaded a new reporting structure, improving project update accuracy and reducing preparation time by 20%.
Administrative Assistant
Parliament House of Ghana
08.2017 - 12.2020
- Provided support for legislative projects, including organizing official documentation, managing stakeholder communications, and scheduling meetings.
- Played a key role in the ICT lab construction project by assisting with budgeting, vendor management, and project monitoring.
- Key Achievements: Enhanced communication with stakeholders, leading to more efficient decision-making processes.
Volunteer Experience - Event Coordinator
Joyce Foundation
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Led a team of 10 volunteers to organize a fundraising event for local community programs, raising $15,000.
- Managed all event logistics, vendor relationships, and communication with participants.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Northeastern University
Toronto, Canada04.2026
MBA - Corporate Governance
Univeristy of Professional Studies
Accra, Ghana07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance
Central Univeristy
Tema, Ghana12.2017
Skills
Technical Skills
- Project Management Tools: MS Project, Smartsheet, Trello, Asana
- Office Suite: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), G Suite
- Communication Tools: Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams
- Project Methodologies: Agile, Waterfall, Lean Six Sigma
Accomplishments
Key Projects
ICT Lab Construction for [Kpone-Katamanso Constituency], Parliament House of Ghana {AUG 2018}
- Supported the project management team in planning and overseeing the construction of an ICT lab, coordinating procurement, budgeting, and communication between contractors and government agencies.
Timeline
Assistant Project Manager Intern
Jebco Construction Companies
03.2023 - 12.2023
Project Coordinator Intern
Ash Automated Packaging Systems
01.2021 - 12.2022
Administrative Assistant
Parliament House of Ghana
08.2017 - 12.2020
Volunteer Experience - Event Coordinator
Joyce Foundation
01.2016 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Project Management
Northeastern University
MBA - Corporate Governance
Univeristy of Professional Studies
Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance
Central Univeristy
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