Administrative Assistant / Receptionist

Sherifat Abidemi Awoniyi

437-***-**** ***************@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a Part-Time or Full Time administrative position in an environment where there is an opportunity for growth.

HIGHLIGHTS

Over 15 years of work experience in administrative roles

Possesses Degree in Business Administration

Extensive experience performing various office duties with highest professionalism

Able to organize and prioritize work in a fast pace environment

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

Able to work effectively within a team environment and also independently

Strong communication and problem solving skills

Proficient in MS word, MS Excel, Outlook Email and Internet Browsing

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Administrative Assistant

Lagos State Water Corporation, (Lagos, Nigeria) 2014 – 2018

Managed day to day activities of management to achieve efficiency and effectiveness, which involves dealing with correspondences both internal and external

Developed and maintained efficient Filling System

Build relationships with vendors, departments and reps

Ordered and maintain office/kitchen and warehouse supplies

Opened and distributed incoming regular and electronic mail and other material and coordinated the flow of information internally and with other departments and organizations

Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings of employer

Ordered lunches and planning of events for departments

Data entry and documentation management as required

Secretary to Managing Director (MD)

Lagos State Water Corporation, (Lagos, Nigeria) 2009 – 2014

Provided administrative support to Managing Director including scheduling and confirming appointments, meetings, calls, etc.

Organized offsite meetings, teleconference and travel logistics, and hotel reservations.

Assisted Managing Director in timely correspondence with all employees, customers and partners via phone, email and in person meetings

Kept records for Managing Director and organize all files

Regularly handled and safeguarded confidential material and information, exercise with discretion.

Prepared and submitted expense reports

Answered telephone and electronic enquiries and relay telephone calls and messages

Manage all forms, paperwork, purchases etc. related to events

Receptionist

Lagos State Water Corporation, (Lagos, Nigeria) 2006 – 2009

Answered telephone and electronic enquiries and relayed telephone calls and messages

Greeted visitors, ascertain nature of business and directed visitors to employer or appropriate person

Other administrative tasks: created power point presentations, meeting agendas and meeting notes

Check voicemails and manage assigned email accounts

Prepare/coordinate/communicate with various courier companies to pick up outgoing letters/parcels

EDUCATION

Business Administration, Lagos State Polytechnic, Nigeria 2002-2005

Secretarial Certificate, Lagos State Government Examination Board April, 2010

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Assistant Support Worker, Dixon Hall, Canada, Toronto October, 2018

Deliver food to seniors at their residence

Receive payment and issue receipts on delivery

Return receipts, payments and undelivered food packages to the office

Answer questions relating to Meals-On-Wheels program

Assist with packaging and preparing food for delivery

Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen

Food and Nutrition Program, Street Haven, Canada, Toronto October, 2018

Assisted with setting up the work-station

Prepared the menu for clients

Distributed food to clients during mealtimes

Sherifat Abedemi Awoniyi

437-***-**** ***************@*****.***

Date: 5th December, 2018

Subject: RECEPTIONIST POST

Dear Sir?Ma,

It is my goal to work with a team that shares my dedication to growth and advancement, so it is with great excitement that I forward my application for the position of Receptionist with Glencore Canada Corporation. With more than 15 years of experience in administrative support/Receptionist positions, I will bring a passion for problem solving and an expertise for innovation through team work. Here are some of the many strengths I can leverage to advance Glencore Canada Corporation mission:

Bachelors of Business Administration from Lagos State Polytechnic, Nigeria

A strong reputation for driving productivity by leveraging excellent front office management skills, while maintaining strong working relationships with all team members and clients

Dexterity with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

My solid educational foundation, commitment, and experience as an Administrative Receptionist are outlined on the attached resume. I look forward the opportunity learn more about this opportunity and to discuss how I can contribute my strengths at Name of Organization.

Thank you for taking the time to review my credentials and experience.

Sincerely,

Sherifat Awoniyi

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