Obed, Annan Nortey
*************@*****.***
Dear Sir,
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AS AN SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
I would like to kindly apply for an employment opportunity in your highly reputed organization as the Special Administrative Assistant.
I am a product of the University of Education Winneba Kumasi Campus, UEW-K; with a Bachelor degree in Accounting. Also, I am currently studying to become a professional accountant with the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG).
I have a strong desire to develop my career in your reputed organization when given privilege and all the opportunities and higher roles that come with it. As such, I believe an opportunity to be part of your reputed organization would help equip me with the basic skills and dexterity needed to advance my career.
I am a quick learner and believe that with training, guidance and coaching from my superiors, I can adapt quickly and play a vital role in the achievement of set corporate/organizational goals. I am a team player and have strong interpersonal skills.
Kindly find Attached, a copy of my curriculum vitae and other academic documents for your perusal.
Yours faithfully,
Signed
Obed Annan Nortey
OBED, ANNAN NORTEY
Address: C/o W.O. I Nortey Abigail Dental Dept,
37 Military Hospital Liberation Rd,
Accra
E-mail: *************@*****.***
Tel: (+233) 024*******; 020*******
Profile Summary
I am a young results-orientated and passionate professional with a background of diverse experience in officer management efficiency and compliance to company policies. I hold a first degree in Accounting from University of Education-Winneba. I am skilled in many administrative roles including supervising administrative staff and dividing responsibilities to ensure performance. I am currently pursuing a professional accountant certificate with the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG) (part 2). I am also an article reviewer for the “Journal of Risk Finance- Emerald”.
Skill Set& Competencies
Excellent Presentation & communication Skills (Self-study)
Excellent Negotiation Skills
Excellent Organizational Skills
Excellent Proficiency in Word, Excel & Power point (Self-study)
Excellent Leadership Skill
Educational Background
Bachelor of Education in Accounting (Bed. Accounting)
University of Education, Winneba - Kumasi (UEW-K) 2007 to 2011
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSSCE)
St James Seminary and Secondary School, Sunyani- Ghana 2003 to 2007
Professional Association(s)
Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG). Part 2
Professional Experience
Administrative Executive (February 2016 – till date)
Institution: KALB, Consulting Group, Achimota, Accra
Assist in providing trainings and for conducting business review meetings on a monthly basis with our channel partners
Communicate in conjunction with the marketing team information with distributors (timelines of new products, brochures, other collaterals etc).
Ensure maintenance of a contact database of distributors employees and customers.
In conjunction with marketing launch new campaigns for distributors and determine effectiveness
Ensure customers receive quotes in an accurate and timely manner
Play a coaching /mentoring / supporting role thus Provide supervision and guidance through field visits, observation & measurement of results.
Provide leadership through effective communication of vision, active coaching & development.
Define quarterly & annual administrative reports and forecasts as well as KPI’s for the administrative department.
Handling external or internal communication or management systems
Administrative Officer (June 2015 – Sept 2016)
Institution: Strategy Corporate and Resources Co.
Key competencies
Providing administration support to Property Managers and Senior Management
Taking minutes
Diary management and arranging appointments, booking meeting rooms and conference facilities
Arranging both internal and external events
Maintaining the company social media accounts
Management of office equipment
Maintaining a clean and enjoyable working environment
Managing clerical or other administrative staff
Administrative Assistant (October 2012 – August 2013)
Institution: Step up Foundation (N.G.O),
Key competencies
Organizing, arranging and coordinating meetings
Sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing post
General office management such as ordering stationary
Answering incoming calls; taking messages and re-directing calls as required
Dealing with email enquiries
Data entry (sales figures, property listings etc.)
Organize the operation and security of the stores.
Preparing the annual final accounts with the draft being ready by January 15, each year
Reviewing the accounting records regularly to ensure that proper book keeping records are maintained
Update the computerized stock control system daily showing transactions used to maintain a cost-effective level.
Undertake weekly stock checks.
Other relevant experience(s)
National Service -Account Clerk and Program Officer (October 2011 – August 2012)
Institution: National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) Atebubu/Amantin District
Treasurer, National Union of Ghana Students (May 2009- May 2010)
Institution: University of Education Winneba Kumasi Campus.
Teaching Assistant (Cost Accounting) (August 2010 – July 2011)
Institution: Sunyani Polytechnic
Leadership Experience
Programme Coordinator (BBA Information System) BlueCrest University College
Secretary (Editorial Board), Accounting Student’ Association (ASA), University of Education Winneba Kumasi Campus, May 2009 to May 2010
Deacon; Ghana National Association of Adventist Students (GNAAS), University of Education Winneba Kumasi Campus
Co-founder & Organizer; What Do You Know Fan Club, University of Education Winneba Kumasi Campus 2008 to 2010
Assistant Organizer, Business Club, St James Seminary/Secondary (Sunyani)
Hobbies
Playing Hockey, Listening to Music, Researching
Referees
1.Dr E. K. Agbloyor; Senior Lecturer- University of Ghana Business School, Accra. #, ********************@**.***.**
Daniel Mensah; Internal Auditor- Ghana Grid Company (Gridco) Tema. # 024*******, **********@*****.***