Lefika Rabashwa
Toronto, ON M3A 3B1
Cell: 416-***-**** Home: 416-***-****
Email: ********-******@*******.***
Objective
Seeking a position where I will be able to utilize my acquired skills and experience while executing the given tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
Profile
Motivated, Self-starter and creative professional with 10years experience brings expertise in:
• Event Coordination/Planning
• Customer Service
• Marketing (Branding, Promotions, Marketing Plans & Communications)
• Report Writing (to Exco Managers)
• Project Management
• PR & Communications
Relevant Skills and Experience
Event Coordination/ Planning
• Able to multi-task and work well with different types of people
• Extensive knowledge in venue hire, inspection and set-up to suit specific events
• Ability to get creative in the selection of the different components that all amount to a successful event/function
• Banqueting skills
• Coordinated: Trade shows, exhibitions, banquets, weddings, product launches, special events, and parties
• Excellent communication skills
• People management (staff and clients) before, during and after the events.
• Post event report writing
Customer Service
• Presented and sold company products & services to prospective clients
• Met & exceeded customer expectations when delivering service
• Provided detailed & accurate information for all customers
• Assisted in the production of pamphlets & flyers for information dissemination
• Excellent report writing
Lefika Rabashwa
Cell: 416-***-**** Home: 416-***-****
Marketing
• Assisted in the development of a comprehensive yearly Marketing Plan
• Liaise with Advertising Agency on production and distribution of campaign materials
• Maintained an excellent relationship with outside vendors such as printers & media houses
• Assisted with market research using the available research tools
• Met & exceeded set sales targets
• Assisted in media scheduling, proofing & placement
• Attended weekly status meetings with Advertising Agency
Project Management
• Executed project work plans (events / marketing campaigns)
• Resource Management – was able to assign individuals responsibilities to meet set deadlines
• Reviewed and assessed each team member’s deliverables before communicating to clients therefore ensuring accuracy
• Continuously ensured that quality is delivered by using available tools
• Ensured project documents are complete, accurate and properly stored.
Education & Training Development
1. Associates Degree, Travel & Tourism Management 1998 Johnson & Wales University, RI, USA
2. Bachelor & Science Degree, Hospitality Sales & Meetings Management 2000 Johnson & Wales University, RI, USA
Specialized Training
First Aid /CPR Level C (Canadian Red Cross Certified) 2010
WHMIS Certified 2010
SABRE Airline Reservation System 1998
Related Work History
1. Security Supervisor ( George Brown College) 2010
Primary Response Inc- Toronto, ON
2. Customer Service Representative 2009
Just Energy- Toronto, ON
3. Sales & Marketing Manager 2008-2009
MultiChoice Botswana - Gaborone, Botswana