Program Assistant - World health organization

Marlin Yassi

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Fully Work Authorized No Visa Sponsorship Required EDUCATION

University of Medical Science and Technology Khartoum, Sudan B.Sc. in Business Administration, Marketing Specialization. Sep 2014 – July 2018

GPA: 4.44/5.0.

International Youth Federation (IYF)

Diploma of Leadership, with distinction Feb 2019 – Jan 2020 EXPERIENCE

World Health Organization Khartoum, Sudan

Program Assistant 1 Sep 2020 - Present

Managed: and submitted different types of purchase orders like direct implementations, operations PO’s or contract types like Consultants, or agreement of performance of work (APWs).

Liaised: with administrative staff to verify fund availability, enter data into the computerized budget system, and track approval processes

Coordinated: and finalized administrative and logistical arrangements for technical and programmatic meetings, conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and other events, collaborating with participants from the Ministry of Health (MoH) and other stakeholders

Established: and maintained organized filing systems tailored to each technical project or programme performing tracking sheets & expense reports

Compiled, formatted, and edited: technical documents related to specific project or programme activities, submitting them to appropriate staff for review and response

Provided reminders and information: to responsible staff about follow-up dates on project activities, responses, or specific actions, supplying supporting materials as necessary.

Tracked workflow and monitored progress: ensuring deadlines for programme documents were met, and followed up with substantive offices as needed. in the system to contract initiation, working closely with HR for seamless processing.

Processing Travel requests including hotel and tickets booking. Araak Company (Pepsi, KFC & Pizza Hut Agent) Khartoum, Sudan Marketing Communication Officer 13 Oct 2019 – 27 Aug 2020

Advertising Management: Prepared comprehensive advertising briefs and supervised production companies, ensuring quality control during shoots, recordings, and the production of promotional materials.

Campaign Execution: Managed advertising campaigns, effectively targeting key segments to promote value propositions and new initiatives.

Media Planning: Developed detailed media schedules, including reach, frequency, cost analysis, and placement details, while seamlessly integrating agency contribution

Social Media Strategy: Created and presented an annual social media plan with specific engagement targets, successfully enhancing interaction and reach across platforms.

Market Research and Analysis: Conducted extensive research, gathered customer feedback, and translated findings into actionable insights for performance assessments and future communication strategies.

Brand Management: Enforced brand guidelines rigorously across all media and projects, ensuring consistency and adherence to brand standards.

Budget Oversight: Established robust documentation processes and managed campaign budgets efficiently, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.

Flexible Support: Performed various ad-hoc duties as required by management, demonstrating adaptability and a proactive approach to emerging needs. Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

His Excellency Ambassador Saeed ZAKI Private Office Khartoum, Sudan Personal Assistant (Part time) Feb 2019 – Jan 2020

Corporate Travel and Meeting Coordination: Arranged corporate travel and meetings by developing itineraries and agendas, scheduling transportation including corporate jets, booking accommodations, and arranging meeting venues to ensure seamless logistics

Process Improvement: Improved quality results by studying, evaluating, and redesigning processes, implementing corporate changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in daily operations.

Project Management: Completed projects and special assignments by establishing objectives, determining priorities, managing time effectively, gaining cooperation from team members, monitoring progress, problem-solving, and making necessary adjustments to plans to ensure successful outcomes

Quality Improvement: Implemented measures to enhance quality results by studying and evaluating processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corporate changes to optimize performance and productivity.

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Strategic Planning, Partnerships & Communication Unit (SPPC) Khartoum, Sudan Communication Assistant 7 May 2019 – 1 October 2019

Assist in establishing and developing the CO digital library.

Coordinate and manage events, including corporate outreach and venue management.

Identify promotional items and facilitate their distribution among partners.

Document and maintain data in work plans and reports, ensuring data quality.

Compile media clippings related to UNDP activities.

Monitor media coverage.

Support additional functions as needed within the unit. TRAININGS

DAL Group - Marketing Services Unit Khartoum, Sudan Client Services Assistant 16 July 2017 - 1 August 2017

Assisting in the planning and execution of Dal food events

Preparing business cards and addressing client inquiries

Reviewing advertisement invoices in collaboration with the finance team

Managing relationships with clients of a large advertising agency DAL Motor – Business Development and Marketing Department Khartoum, Sudan

(Mitsubishi & Kia Agent) 28 January 2017 - 9 February 2017 Brand Coordinator

Training in social media management for Dal Motors accounts

Assisting in the planning and execution of Dal Motors events

Attending marketing and advertising meetings to brainstorm strategies for increasing sales

Engaging in discussions on competitive pricing for various car brands COURSES

1) Executive Secretary/ Administrator 2) UN Security Training Course (BSAFE) 3) WHO Global Procurement Training Programme. 4) Prevention of Sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) 5) United Nations Course on Prevention of Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Abuse of authority. 6) E-Course – Cultural Awareness and working in cross – cultural environments 7) E-Course – Ethics and integrity as UN Volunteer 8) Cybersecurity Essentials and Preventing Phishing SKILLS

Computer

Microsoft Word /Microsoft Excel /Microsoft PowerPoint /Email

Competencies

Communication/ Problem Solving/ Multitasking/ Team Work/ Self-Motivation/ Organized/ Flexibility & Adaptability/ Project Management/ Administrative Coordination/ Budget Management & Event Coordination

LANGUAGES

English: Fluent in writing, speaking and understanding English, Arabic: Fluent in writing, speaking, and understanding Arabic.

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