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MARGARET MENSAH

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Dedicated professional with solid background in high-volume office environments focused on delivering exceptional clerical and operational support for professionals. Upbeat individual with friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight. Well-versed in managing office supplies, paperwork and project needs.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Research and Administrative Assistant

Sustainable Energy Service Center
Kumasi-Ghana , Ghana
2022.11 - 2024.08
  • Executed comprehensive questionnaire design and implementation, followed by in-depth data analysis.
  • Managed and facilitated efficient project coordination through effective internal and external communication.
  • Developed and maintained project budgets, successfully organizing workshops to meet financial constraints.
  • Tracked and analyzed project expenses on Microsoft Excel, guaranteeing accuracy and adherence to resource allocation.
  • Recorded and distributed meeting minutes, maintaining an organized project documentation filing system.

Optimized project workshops, reducing costs by 15% and maintaining high standards through budget management and expense tracking.

Part Time Waitress

Adwoba Catering Services
Kumasi-Ghana , Ghana
2021.02 - 2022.07
  • Greeted guests warmly, took orders, and provided excellent meal service, ensuring a positive dining experience.
  • Accurately recorded purchases and managed inventory, contributing to efficient stock control and reducing waste.
  • Ensured cleanliness and hygiene by washing dishes and maintaining a spotless dining area, enhancing the overall guest environment.

Maintained high cleanliness and organization resulting in 10% improvement in customer satisfaction ratings per company survey. Provided prompt and friendly service leading to an increase in repeat customers, resulting in a 12% boost in overall sales.

Technical Operations Intern

Northern Electricity Distribution Company
Tamale-Ghana , Ghana
2021.10 - 2021.12
  • Conducted precise calibration of field electricity meters, ensuring accurate measurements and compliance with industry standards.
  • Analyzed electricity purchase and distribution data using Microsoft Excel, identifying trends and optimizing energy usage, which improved efficiency.
  • Documented and distributed meeting minutes, maintaining an organized filing system to streamline project workflows.

Streamlined communication and enabled faster decision-making and project completion by documenting meetings.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Economics -

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology (KNUST)
Kumasi
2022-09

Masters Degree in Economics, Climate Change -

Carleton University (Present)
Ottawa

Skills

  • Impeccable communication
  • Adaptable
  • Fast learner
  • Proactive
  • Team player
  • Highly attentive and observant
  • Data analysis and visualization with Excel and Stata
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Spreadsheet Management
  • Clerical Support
  • Data Entry

Availability

Open to work either day or night shifts on the following days:

  • Wednesday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Research and Administrative Assistant

Sustainable Energy Service Center
2022.11 - 2024.08

Technical Operations Intern

Northern Electricity Distribution Company
2021.10 - 2021.12

Part Time Waitress

Adwoba Catering Services
2021.02 - 2022.07

Bachelor's Degree in Economics -

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology (KNUST)

Masters Degree in Economics, Climate Change -

Carleton University (Present)
MARGARET MENSAH