Victoria Acquaye
Kleinburg, ON
*********@*****.*** 1-647-***-****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Strategic and adaptable Executive Administrative Professional and Project Control Officer with 10+ years of multi-sector experience supporting executive operations, project coordination, and financial administration. Demonstrated success managing multimillion-dollar budgets, organizing high-level events, and leading strategic initiatives across nonprofit, real estate, corporate, and academic settings. Known for driving process improvements, managing cross-functional relationships, and executing with excellence in fast-paced environments. CORE COMPETENCIES
● Executive & Board-Level Support
● Project Coordination & Budget Oversight
● Corporate Event & Gifting Campaigns
● Donor & Financial Administration
● Stakeholder Relations & Onboarding
● Calendar, Travel & Meeting Management
● Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
● Project Tools: SharePoint, JIRA, Confluence, MS Project PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Creative Director
Vi Re DesignCo. Toronto, ON September 2017 – Present
● Supervise operational functions including vendor accounts, financial settlements, and design workflows.
● Manage budgets, develop onboarding tools, and ensure brand-aligned, legal-compliant execution of client deliverables.
● Lead event and interior styling projects, maintaining high client satisfaction and timely project delivery.
Office Administrator / Operations Support
Faith International Church North York, ON June 2021 – May 2024
● Managed donor banking transactions and reconciliations, ensuring accurate reporting and record-keeping.
● Oversaw new member and ministry onboarding, enhancing member engagement and operational continuity.
● Produced monthly and quarterly reports for finance and leadership teams.
● Maintained confidential records and supported documentation for audits and compliance.
Leads Manager
Bliss Realty Toronto, ON November 2020 – March 2022
● Tracked high-volume real estate leads and maintained CRM database compliance.
● Processed financial transactions, prepared reports, and supported client investment decisions.
● Acted as liaison between financial institutions and internal sales teams, ensuring accurate settlements.
Corporate Event & Gift Coordinator and Project Control Officer Freelance / Marketing Agencies Toronto, ON 2018 – 2020
● Executed over 50 corporate events including launches, appreciation events, and branded activations.
● Designed and managed personalized gift campaigns, improving client loyalty and internal recognition programs.
● Managed inventory, logistics, and vendor contracts for cost-effective execution.
● Tracked budgets, forecasts, and reconciliations for cross-functional projects (
● Generated risk logs, status updates, and financial reports to support project governance.
● Supported project managers with documentation, meeting coordination, and change management.
Property Manager / Administrative Coordinator
Property and Power Solutions Accra, Ghana 2013 – 2015
● Managed daily operations of residential/commercial properties including rent, lease, and maintenance schedules.
● Oversaw client relations, vendor contracts, and documentation in compliance with municipal standards.
● Enhanced tenant retention and reduced service response time through proactive communication strategies.
Executive Administrative Coordinator
Malcom Group of Companies Accra, Ghana 2010 - 2013
● Supported senior executives with calendar, travel, board communications, and expense reports.
● Facilitated high-profile internal and external meetings, presentations, and leadership events.
● Ensured confidentiality, compliance, and timely delivery of executive communications. Executive Assistant to SVP
Schulich School of Business, York University Toronto, ON September 2005 – June 2010
● Managed communications, audit prep, and reporting for senior leadership.
● Supported year-end reviews, CRA correspondence, and system audits.
● Ensured document security and integrity across all executive and departmental files. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
● Kempinski Management Certification -Leadership & Management in Customer Service
● WHMIS Certification – Women in Skilled Trades
● EDM Certification – Management and the Physiology of Human Traits
● Production Stage & Design Certification – Audio, Stage, and Design TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
● Financial Tools: Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), SAP, QuickBooks
● Project & Collaboration: MS Project, JIRA, SharePoint, Confluence, Teams, Canva
● Communication: PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Zoom, Google Workspace ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
● Recognized for leadership, discretion, and proactive problem-solving.
● Proven ability to support senior leaders and departments with a solutions-first mindset.
● Experienced in diverse sectors: nonprofit, education, real estate, corporate, and creative industries.