Administrative Assistant Marketing

NAVDEEP SANDHU

********@*********.** 519-***-**** http://www.linkedin.com/in/navdeepsandhu

Employment Skills

Exceptional organization skills gained from maintaining records and preparing documents during

my time as an Administrative Assistant at Protax Canada

Proven ability to lead and develop a team gained as the Vice President of Events for

OneProsper U and currently as the Director of Outgoing Exchange for AIESEC Laurier

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite developed through various projects and assignments

at Wilfrid Laurier University and successfully completing the Microsoft Certiport course.

Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills acquired though multiple extra-curricular

positions

Ability to work independently with little supervision as well as work in teams, developed as a

hostess at Skyway Diner

Education

Wilfrid Laurier University, Sept 2011-April 2015

Waterloo, ON

Honours Bachelor of Business Administration

Orchard Park Secondary School, Sept 2007-June 2011

Stoney Creek, ON

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Ontario Scholars Award for achieving more than 80% in top six academic grade 12 courses

Top achievement award for Business Leadership (2011)

DECA Business Case Competition - Nationals & Provincials (2010 - 2011)

Academic Honour Roll for achieving more than 80% (2007-2011)

Relevant Work Experience

Administrative Assistant Jan. 2013-Aug. 2013

Protax Canada

Maintain confidential office records and files

Prepare documents and reports on the computer using Microsoft Office

Take meeting minutes and engage in group discussions

Direct calls and respond to inquiries

Hostess/Server May 2012-Aug. 2013

Skyway Diner

Responsible for seating customers based on dinner capacity, server availability and importance

Developed strong relationships with customers while promoting menu specials and options

Successfully mitigated customer disputes while developing fair solutions

Responsible for cleaning and maintaining restaurant appearance

Relevant Volunteer Experience

Director of Outgoing Exchange Jan. 2014 - Present

AIESEC Laurier

Developed promotional campaigns for the Global Talent Program (GC) recruitment

With a team, successfully organized information sessions and student review boards

Currently organizing a preparation seminar for students going on a GC this summer

Leading a team of three, being their first point of contact for program information inquires

Corporate & Alumni Relations Sept. 2013-Dec. 2013

AIESEC Laurier

Organized and coordinated AIESEC Laurier’s inaugural event, the Corporate Networking Wine &

Cheese

Contacted local wine and cheese sponsors required for networking event

Responsible for marketing AIESEC to Laurier to business professionals in the surrounding area;

increased alliances though cold calling, social media and event planning

Presented the benefits of AIESEC to industry professionals, receiving positive reactions from

audience

Talent Management – Events Coordinator Jan. 2013-Sept. 2013

AIESEC Laurier

Organized and facilitated bi-weekly sessions in which professionals speak to members about

various topics such as hard and soft skills

Hosted and planned monthly General Assembly’s for all members

Improved organizational rewards for members though implementing a member point system

Involved in board discussions on key strategies regarding events, projects and the future direction

Vice-President Marketing Jan. 2013-April. 2013

Waterloo-Laurier Punjabi Association (WLPA)

Promoting South Asian culture through social media, on campus events and fundraisers

Collaborated with other university clubs and teams for larger scaled events

Oversaw marketing team, responsible for creating awareness on campus

Worked with club executives at fundraising events to raise donations for local charities

Vice-President of Logistics Jan. 2012- Dec. 2013

Laurier BollyHawks Association (LBA)

Planned and executed a cultural dance event for Laurier students

Selected and managed a sponsorship team for said event

Responsible for venue and catering service selection

Created a detailed plan of each individual’s roles and responsibilities required for the event

After all donations and events from the most recent term, the team raised approximately $1600 –

1700 which will be donated to the local Mandir (Hindu Temple)

Vice-President of Events Jan. 2012-Dec. 2012

OneProsper U – Laurier

Created and facilitated the Play2Feed event, focused on raising money and/or canned foods by

organizing a video game tournament.

Planned and executed the Billiards Social at the local pool hall; focused on raising awareness

about the organization to incoming students. Group membership increased as a result

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