A certified administrative professional with a broad impact on customer service and administrative expertise with relationship-building skills. Focused on maintaining professional office reputation and supporting smooth workflows with skills in protecting information, managing mail and tracking documents. Consistently exceeds expectations for quality and speed of work.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Secretary to the Deputy Executive Director
INSTITUTE OF JAMAICA (IOJ)
06.2023 - 12.2023
Effectively drafted letters to various entities
Accepted dictation from staff and created professional documents from provided information.
Received requests for meetings and appointments, updated calendar and organised spaces and materials.
Proofread, formatted and corrected correspondence for office staff.
Drafted and distributed professional business letters and email correspondence.
Collated Itinerary for 2023 Independence Village activities
Composed Agenda for meetings
Accurately transcribe minutes from recordings for monthly General Staff Meeting, other bi-monthly and quarterly meetings
Organized sponsorship listing for Salute to the Parish of Portland event
Provided follow-up calls with sponsors
Composed monthly reports
Accurately scheduled monthly meetings
Composed memorandums for internal purposes.
Senior Secretary to Assistant Registrars
NORMAN MANLEY LAW SCHOOL, UWI
01.2020 - 01.2023
Effectively processed and prepared Status letters & Transcripts to students and Institutions
Accurately prepared Legal Education Certificates
Typed correspondences to Donors, Tutors and Students/Alumni
Prepared invitations for Graduation
Created new templates for unusual document request services
Efficient Record Keeping
I.e., Implementing new files for ease of reference
Designed Certificates for Prizes and Awards and ACLI
Updated files and records with precise system navigation.
Drafted and distributed professional business letters and email correspondence.
Computed grades accurately using Microsoft Excel for Prizes and Awards Committee.
Built positive relationships with customers and clients to maintain outstanding service provisions.
Efficiently prepared minutes with accuracy for Prizes and Awards Committee.
Accurately composed Graduation Programme.
Scanned and uploaded documents into digital filing system.
Screened and directed incoming phone calls and distributed correspondence effectively.
Processed inbound communications, forwarding to relevant departments for resolution.
Offered continuous assistance with photocopying, scanning and basic clerical support to help staff maintain smooth workflow.
Implemented a receipt system for the collection of cheques for Prizes and Awards and Scholarships and Bursaries
Effectively composed spreadsheet using Microsoft Excel for Scholarships and Bursaries applications.
Managed queries in person, by phone and via email with exceptional customer care.
Scheduled interviews for Scholarships and Bursaries
Proficiently scheduled DHL Courier pickups using their online platform
Accurately transcribed minutes from recordings.
Typed documents, updated websites and compiled information for meetings with exceptional speed.
Organised personal and professional calendars, supplying timely reminders of upcoming meetings and events.
Receptionist / Telephone Operator
NORMAN MANLEY LAW SCHOOL, UWI
01.2016 - 01.2020
Designed comprehensive database
Answered over 100+ telephone calls per day, compiling detailed notes and promptly forwarding as required.
Accurately invigilated Exams to maintain Integrity.
Implemented platform to communicate with all past students about annual events.
Managed high volume of incoming calls from multi-line telephone system and documented messages.
Took and communicated messages to minimise interruptions to staff workflows.
Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive impression of the company.
Prioritised tasks to maintain reliable service throughout peak times.
Answered and helped resolve enquiries from clients, vendors and general public.
Greeted incoming customers in a professional manner and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Delivered front of house duties with warm and professional manner.
Receptionist & Personal Secretary
NURSES ASSOCIATION OF JAMAICA
01.2008 - 01.2016
Provide general office support by typing documents, filing reports, entering data, ordering supplies, and answering telephones
Maintained reception area stock of important forms and brochures.
Solved administrative and customer service issues with knowledgeable assistance and friendly support.
Collected and distributed incoming mail, employing strict confidentiality throughout.
Managed high volume of incoming calls from multi-line telephone system and documented messages.
Provided clerical support to company employees, including copying, faxing and file management.
Managed office calendar, set new appointments and assisted with arrangements.
Managed calendars, strategically scheduling appointments to maximise availability.
Acted as first point of contact for wide range of personnel.
Typed documents with 98% accuracy
Designed comprehensive filing system, reliably filed and retrieved confidential records
Effectively send fax and email documents
Schedule business appointments for President
Coordinate events locally and regionally.
Receptionist
JAMAICA NATIONAL BUILDING SOCIETY
06.2005 - 08.2005
Greeted visitors to Corporate Headquarters
Admitted guests into buildings to control site access.
Answered and helped resolve enquiries from clients, vendors and general public.
Conducted personalized tours for new employees as part of the orientation program.
Coordinated incoming and outgoing packages and mail to facilitate distribution.
Provided clerical support to company employees, including copying, faxing and file management.
Solved administrative and customer service issues with knowledgeable assistance and friendly support.
Represented company and promoted brand with exceptional service and presentation.
Maintained records of departmental telephone information
Efficiently operated copy and fax machines to reduce equipment misuse
Received numerous letters of appreciation from customers and visitors.
Education
Diploma - Business Administration & Marketing
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean
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Council of Legal Education
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City College
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City College
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City College
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City College
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City College
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City College
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Institute of Academic Excellence
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Institute of Academic Excellence
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City & Guilds
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Heart Trust NTA
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National Academy
Skills
Professional Telephone Demeanour
Business Correspondence
People and Service Orientation
Adept with Technology
Customer Focused
Time Management
Accurate and Detail Oriented
Problem Solving
Team building
Communication skills
Marketing
Letter writing
Filing experience
Meeting coordination
Multi-line phone systems
Outlook diary management
Excel proficiency
Paper and electronic filing
Custom
Dedicated Service - Nurses Association of Jamaica (2009)
Improved and Outstanding Service - Nurses Association of Jamaica (2010)
Committed Service - Nurses Association of Jamaica (2013)
Appreciation of Service to Invigilation - Norman Manley Law School (2023)