Admin Manager

ADEOLA SIMISOLA OGUNBOWALE

Lagos, Nigeria. +234**********

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SUMMARY

Versatile Operations & Development Professional with 7+ years of progressive experience driving efficiency in end-to-end administrative management, project coordination, HR support, and strategic business development/fundraising. Proven ability to manage complex operations, lead diverse teams, and drive community engagement across both non-profit (NGO) and construction sectors. Adept at leveraging tools like Trello, Google Workspace, and Canva to optimize workflows, manage budgets, strengthen collaboration, deliver measurable organizational results and operational improvements. CORE COMPETENCIES

Operations & Administration Project & Coordination Business Development & Digital

● Administrative Management,

Budgeting & Expense Tracking,

Vendor Relations, Process

Streamlining, HR (Recruitment

& Onboarding)

● End-to-End Project Planning &

Execution, Cross-Functional

Coordination, Logistics

Management, Event Planning,

Calendar & Schedule Oversight

● Fundraising & Donor Relations,

Proposal Writing, Social Media

Strategy, Content Creation,

Digital Marketing, Community

Engagement

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Admin Manager (Operations, Development & HR)

Heritage Homes Orphanage (NGO), Lagos May 2025 – Present

● Directed end-to-end administrative and operational management, including procurement, vendor supervision, and facility oversight maintaining zero downtime in critical operations.

● Led planning and delivery of events, programs, and facility projects (e.g., renovations, equipment repairs), achieving all quality and budget targets.

● Developed and executed donor engagement and fundraising strategies, drafting proposals and follow-ups that boosted donor retention and organizational sustainability.

● Oversaw HR coordination—from recruitment and onboarding to attendance tracking and performance support—ensuring full compliance with safeguarding and organizational policies.

● Managed the home’s digital visibility, creating and scheduling weekly content, event coverage, and donor recognition posts that grew engagement and reach.

● Produced administrative and financial reports for management, strengthening accountability and operational planning. Deputy Admin Manager

China Civil Engineering Construction Company, Lagos Apr 2023 – Apr 2025

● Oversaw executive-level calendar management and meeting coordination for senior leadership, ensuring seamless scheduling and follow-ups.

● Managed financial administration, including invoice processing and record reconciliation, while introducing digital tools to streamline documentation and reduce workload.

● Supported multi-department coordination for audits, procurement, and reporting, improving administrative efficiency and inter-team collaboration.

Admin Assistant

China Civil Engineering Construction Company, Lagos Jul 2018 – Mar 2023

● Maintained detailed financial and procurement records, achieving 98% accuracy in reconciliations and audits.

● Processed vendor payments, petty cash, and vouchers with a 100% on-time settlement rate.

● Assisted in logistics and documentation for site operations and procurement tasks. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Virtual Assistant

Mentorship With Goodnes Sept 2024 - Present

● Increased social media page followers from 280 to 510 in one month by creating engaging content, fostering follower interaction, and leveraging trending industry insights.

● Onboard and recruit new volunteers, ensuring a smooth integration into the team.

● Serve as an administrator, overseeing internal operations and maintaining organization within the community.

● Act as a community manager, fostering engagement, encouraging participation, and addressing inquiries

Team Leasd

Hertech Trail Academy Jun 2024 - Aug 2024

● Led a product design team of 5 to deliver a new app interface within 3 months, resulting in a 30% increase in user satisfaction based on feedback surveys

EDUCATION

● Master of Science (M.Sc.), Economics University of Lagos, Nigeria CERTIFICATIONS

● Virtual Assistant Certification – Vsavvy Academy

● Virtual Assistant Program – ALX Africa

● Product Design & Management Fellowship – Women Techsters Fellowship TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES

Office & Collaboration

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams Project & Social Media

Trello, Asana, Canva, Zapier, Buffer, Hootsuite

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