Detail-oriented professional reliable in completing accurate work. Careful to check and verify documentation to prevent errors and minimize rework. Dedicated administrative professional with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team player with expertise in completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working with little to no supervision.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
DISPATCH ASSISTANT (VOLUNTEERSHIP)
9457-7889 QUEBEC INC
07.2023 - 11.2023
Receive and process incoming dispatch requests from clients and internal departments
Coordinate with drivers and logistics teams to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods or services
Monitor and track the status of dispatched vehicles, providing real-time updates to clients and internal stakeholders
Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and concerns regarding dispatch services
Assist in optimizing route planning to enhance delivery efficiency and minimize costs
Maintain accurate records of dispatch activities, including vehicle logs, delivery schedules, and customer interactions
Collaborate with the dispatch team to troubleshoot and resolve any issues during the dispatch process
Generate reports on dispatch performance, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement.
Processed invoices and payments for dispatched orders to provide proof of transaction.
Maintained professional relationship with shippers, receivers and drivers to increase trust, reliability and rapport.
Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
Minimized cost of operations by optimizing routes for drivers to align with budget.
Generated reports to track deliveries and maintain proper records and documentation.
Tracked delivery progress to identify possible delays and provide real-time updates to customers.
Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
Provided customers with information on products and services.
Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.
Assisted in resolving customer complaints and grievances.
Tracked and monitored vehicle performance and maintenance.
Scheduled deliveries and pickups according to customer needs.
Received new orders, prepared documentation, and assigned personnel.
Administrative Officer
National Organization Of Nurse And Midwives Of Malawi (NONM)
03.2015 - 07.2023
Preparing projects, Plans and budgets
Maintaining projects records
Preparing reports on project progress and Performance matric
Coordinated logistics for events
Weekly meeting Scheduling
Tracking expenses associated with projects
Collaborated with external stakeholders as needed
Conflict resolution
Resolved conflicts among team members during project execution
Served as a liaison between the Project Manager and various departments or teams
Handled communication and coordination for assigned tasks and projects within the organization.
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
Coordinated and scheduled meetings and conference calls to optimize scheduling of senior staff.
Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
Processed customer orders accurately and within agreed timeframes to meet service standards.
Drafted correspondence and other documents for CEO and department heads in company's voice.
Managed department budgets and generated financial reports for management review.
Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Sciences
Skyway University
Lilongwe, Malawi
03.2015
Skills
Operations Support
Meeting Coordination
Mail Routing
Meeting Scheduling
Information Gathering
Team Support
Database Entry
Scheduling and Calendar Management
Administrative Support
Customer Relationship Management
Database Maintenance
Microsoft Office
Resource Coordination
Office Supplies and Inventory
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Accomplishments
Project Timelines: Effectively led initiatives within designated timeframes, consistently meeting and surpassing deadlines. This accomplishment played a pivotal role in securing funding for the construction of a health center. The project served as a strategic fundraising endeavor to sustain the ongoing operations of the organization.
Project Coordination: Proficiently orchestrated projects, events, and initiatives, showcasing adept organizational and multitasking capabilities to achieve timely and successful outcomes. Notably, I spearheaded the annual organization of International Nurses Day, inviting nurses nationwide to partake in a celebratory event filled with various activities and awards.
Cost Savings: Identified cost-saving opportunities, negotiated with vendors, and implemented strategies to reduce operational expenses while maintaining quality services.
Team Collaboration: Cultivated a favorable work atmosphere through efficient collaboration, team-building, and support, leading to heightened morale and a unified workplace.
Training and Development: Formulated training initiatives for staff, conducted workshops, and maintained ongoing learning opportunities to elevate the skills and knowledge of team members.
Referees
Gladys Muyepa
Group Fitness Instructor/ Personal Trainer
Vivo
gmuyepa@vivo.ca
Phone 825 365 0868
Timeline
DISPATCH ASSISTANT (VOLUNTEERSHIP)
9457-7889 QUEBEC INC
07.2023 - 11.2023
Administrative Officer
National Organization Of Nurse And Midwives Of Malawi (NONM)