RESUMÉ
Full Name:
Contact Numbers:
Email Address:
Etrue Abigail Linda
+233-**-***-**-** / +233-**-***-**-**
************@*****.***
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS:
PhD in Philology,
A.S. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute,
Moscow, Russian Federation
2013 – 2019
MPhil in Philology
A.S. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute,
Moscow, Russian Federation
2008 – 2010
Certificate of Proficiency,
A.S. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute,
Moscow, Russian Federation
2006 – 2007
Bachelor of Arts,
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
2003 – 2008
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Certificate «Managing safely»
Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) in association with GEA SHEQ AFRICA CONSULT
Tema
2023
Senior Professional in Human Resources International (SPHRI)
(Affiliate Member)
Human Resource Certification Centre, Accra, Ghana
2022 – 2023
Language Proficiency
(Speaking, writing and working
knowledge):
English – Proficient
Russian – Proficient
French – Elementary
Akan – Proficient
Knowledge of I.T. MS Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint),
1C,
Other web and task execution tools.
Personal qualities: Good listener
Able to work multitasks, and with diverse teams
Professional and Strong leadership
Brave and Responsible
Teachable, Detail focused and Efficient
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Diligent, Honest and Committed
Reliable and Independent
Goal and result oriented
Self motivated
Skills and Abilities Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with people from diverse profiles and backgrounds: functional, cultural, ethnic, educational
Good planning, prioritising and coordinating skills
Good analysis and problem solving skills
Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and reporting skills
Good understanding of local culture and practices
Conflict Resolution skills
Ability to explain technical issues to a lay person
Ability to work flexible hours and/or under pressure
Ability to work independently and/or in a team and/or under supervision
Research and innovation skills
Other relevant skills Ability to drive self (Driver’s License) WORK HISTORY:
August 2021 – Present:
Administrative Manager «Emiral Resources Ghana Ltd». In charge of: Community relations and Corporate, Social responsibilities management, Permits and Licenses acquisitions and schedules keeping, Reports preparations and submissions, Expats immigration documentation, Recruitment and Hiring documentation and Contracts negotiations (service providers, local and domestic staff), Translations (Field expenditure returns, Requisitions and Purchases), Ticketing, reservation and other official travel arrangements.
August 2020 – July 2021:
Administrative / PA to Managing Director «Renaissance Company Ltd., Accra» - In charge of: Company incorporation (Permits and Licenses acquisitions and their schedules handling), Expats Immigration documentation, Handling insurance, pensions payments and filing of tax returns, Preparation of expenditure returns and submission, Purchasing equipment and other office and field supplies), Translation and interpretation of official documents, meetings, etc. duties.
November 2013 – December 2018:
Private English and Russian languages Tutor, Literacy Tutor, Methodologist, Examiner «www. Repetitors.info, Zazerkalye School of Foreign Languages, Moscow», 3
Corporate Tutor and Trainer, Examiner, Methodologist «Slavyanka Corporate, Russia and CIS» for SONY Corporation, Moscow, TOSHIBA, Moscow, Louis Vuitton Malletier, Stoloshnikov retail branch, Moscow, Intourist Thomas Cook Co. Ltd, Moscow
February 2012 – November 2013:
Assistant Lecturer, Russian Section of the Department of Modern Languages and French, University of Ghana, Legon.
Duties and Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate courses, Develop course outlines and deliver teaching materials, Assessments and grade administration, Contribute to curriculum development, Undertake scholarly research and Publish research results, Supervise tutorials by Teaching Assistants, research work of undergraduate students, Provide translation services to the University’s Trans bureau, and other required services to the department, the university, and other organisations, Mentor Teaching assistants, Lead initiatives to improve educational outcomes, Contribute to course development and curriculum changes, and Write handouts and other basic learning support materials, Perform other duties as assigned. September 2010 – January 2012:
National Service Person, Russian Lecturer and English Tutor, Russian and English Departments, Ghana Institute of Languages, Accra.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
Emiral Resources Ghana Ltd.
Ensured on time preparation and prompt submissions of quarterly reconnaissance reports to the Minerals Commission as well other reports to government agencies per their permits and licences schedules.
Ensured accuracy of drafted contracts and agreements for submission and approval from Headquarters.
Successful keeping and monitoring shift timetable for geological exploration team, thereby ensuring accuracy and consistency of such information for payment of compensations and other benefits, avoidance of overlapping duties, etc.
Reorganised expenditure returns from the field and translating them from Russian into English for easy computation by in-house accountant and subsequent submission to the company’s chartered accountant.
Ensured proper hiring of domestic staff with adequate compensation packages for geological exploration residence and expedited immigration procedures for acquisition of residence/work permits for the company’s expats in order to legally reside and work in the country.
Contributed to building of trust, acceptance, peaceful coexistence amongst community members and geological exploration team, as well as their successful integration of both expatriate and Ghanaian geological team into the Ahafo Ano north and south communities where geological works were carried out. This was achieved through consistent community interactions and visits to state agencies, chiefs, other heads and citizenry of the towns and villages where geological exploration works were carried out.
Safeguarding company’s reputation by ensuring adherence to customs, laws, traditions of the local communities, where geological exploration works were carried out.
Saved time and money for the company by facilitation the renewal of permits and licenses at their normative costs.
Saved money for the company by successfully handling community relations rather than further hiring of an external consultant to do that at a cost.
Facilitated the company’s adherence to corporate social responsibility under the supervision of the General Director.
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Renaissance company Ltd
Successful Company Incorporation and Compliance – Effectively managed the acquisition and renewal of permits and licenses, ensuring full regulatory compliance and smooth business operations.
Efficient Immigration Processing – Facilitated the seamless preparation and submission of immigration documents, enabling expatriates to legally reside and work in the country without delays.
Optimised Financial and Tax Management – Ensured timely filing of tax returns, accurate pension payments, and proper handling of insurance policies, safeguarding the company from legal or financial penalties.
Streamlined Financial Reporting – Accurately prepared and submitted expenditure returns, improving financial transparency and aiding effective budget management.
Cost-Effective Procurement – Managed the purchasing of equipment, office, and field supplies, ensuring cost savings while maintaining quality and operational efficiency.
Improved Communication and Workflow – Provided translation and interpretation services for official documents and meetings, ensuring clear communication between expatriates, local employees, and external stakeholders.
Slavyanka Corporate, Russia & CIS
Tremendous improvement in the verbal and written communication at work more staff promotions to higher positions.
Contributed to development of employee development courses in business English that facilitated effective communication between superiors and subordinates of Russian and CIS branches and the various worldwide branches of the companies.
Slavyanka corporate received a high rating that enabled it win more contracts from diverse international corporations.
University of Ghana Legon and Ghana Institute of Languages
Participated in sectional orientation, counselling and placement sessions for students.
Increased studiousness amongst students, increased interest in studying foreign languages.
Highest number of self-sponsored students participating in the one-year abroad program from the Russian Section in the year 2013 and highest numbers of students majors from the section for the years 2012 and 2013.
Revived the Russian department of the Ghana Institute of languages, restructured old curriculum and course outlines, introduced new methods of teaching and learning, and won students from School of Translators and School of Bilingual Secretaryship into Russian major. Research and Publications
Academic related projects completed between the period 2007 – 2018 – 7
Articles in refereed journals - 5
Chapters in books – 1
Published conference proceedings – 2
Speaking Engagements
Contributed to enriching the corporate and business information hub by participating in organisational research and development activities:
Resource Person, The HR Roundtable live on LinkedIn, 23 March 2023 organised by HR Certification Centre, Topic: What Gen Y employees expect at work.
Resource Person, The HR Roundtable live on LinkedIn, 13 April 2023 organised by HR Certification Centre, Topic: Office Romance.
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Research Consulting and assistance, Topic: Management and Retention of Gen Ys and Zs in Today’s VUCA World: Understanding the Workplace Dynamics of Gen Ys and Zs, Published in April 2023.
Research consultant: Measuring HRs Impact on Business Profitability, Published in July 2023. Recommendations and References will be provided upon request.