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Selma Rambert

Point Fortin

Summary

To secure the role of Human Resources Manager and to cultivate and strengthen the human resources within an organization by fostering a skilled workforce, identifying talent, and implementing professional development initiatives to accomplish organizational objectives while meeting the needs of employees.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Learning, Performance and Talent Management - Cross Training

First Citizens Bank Limited – Human Resources Department
  • Provided support to the Manager - Learning, Performance and Talent Management, Assistant Manager, Learning and Development, Assistant Manager - Performance and Talent Management and Change Manager
  • Filed incoming correspondences, copy of outgoing correspondences and other documents
  • Developed SMART goals/objectives for the new redesigned non-management performance appraisal
  • Prepares EAS disbursements
  • Submits Sysaids requests as needed
  • Conducts research and provides input in the design of behavioral/non- technical training
  • Assisted with the administration of overseas travel
  • Assisted with the preparation of documents to support training activities e.g
  • Presentation decks
  • Processes invoices and submits for approval
  • Filed incoming correspondence, copies of outgoing correspondence and other documents pertaining to training and development activities while ensuring that the filing system is properly maintained and secured at all times
  • Responded to customers’ requests, enquiries, incoming and outgoing calls, in a courteous and timely manner consistent with operating standards and escalation to Manager where necessary
  • Completed other delegated activities as assigned by the Manager.

Administrative Assistant II

First Citizens Bank Limited - Point Fortin Branch
  • Files incoming correspondence, copies of outgoing correspondence, reports, file notes, and other documents including politically exposed persons’ / staff personnel/credit files and organizes the filing system while ensuring it is properly secured, controlled and maintained at all times
  • Photocopies and scans documents as requested and transmits and retrieves messages via email, etc
  • Assists with the development of new administrative forms as requested
  • Records and transcribes minutes/notes of various meetings such as Managers, general staff and other meetings
  • Collates, orders and distributes celebratory items
  • Sources, collates and dispatches weekly/monthly/quarterly reports as directed by the Manager and organizes (copies, packages, etc.) relevant reports/documents for Management
  • Acts as a liaison between Management & Staff, customers, other Units/Branches, etc
  • Engages in marketing and cross-selling of Group’s products and services in the attainment of assigned referral targets
  • Responds to customers’ requests, enquiries, incoming and outgoing calls in a courteous and timely manner consistent with operating standards and escalation to Operations Officer/Branch Manager where necessary
  • Completes projects and other related activities as assigned by the Manager.

Manager’s Secretary

First Citizens Bank Limited - Corporate Banking Unit
  • Checked and transcribed correspondences, including memoranda, reports, letters, facsimile, letters of offer, availment tickets, banker’s acceptances, credit application, credit approvals, CCMR, deed of release, mortgages, security documents, etc
  • Prepared Deal Pipeline Reports
  • Organised and maintained proper filing systems
  • Liaised with Branches, Support Units and Executive Management for information
  • Responded to queries and requests on behalf of and in the absence of the Manager
  • Recorded, sorted, scanned and distributed mail, correspondences and documents
  • Answered incoming telephone calls, recorded messages and made out-going calls on behalf of the Manager
  • Prepared copies of Credit Applications for submission to the Board of Directors
  • Assisted other Managers in the absence of their substantive secretary
  • Attended to customer inquiries ensuring prompt and courteous service is provided at all times
  • Completed other delegated activities assigned by the Manager
  • Followed up on all matters on behalf of the Manager.

Finance and Contracts / Clerical Department

PETROTRIN

  • Organized regular meetings with stakeholders to review project progress, address concerns, and adjust strategies as needed for optimal results.
  • Managed supplier relationships for improved quality and delivery performance.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement, implementing changes that increased efficiency in the procurement department.
  • Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
  • Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
  • Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.

Project Secretary

Damus Limited - Atlantic LNG Project
10.2009 - 12.2010
  • Costs control
  • Recorded Project activities
  • Monitored the financial progress of the project and prepared weekly reports
  • Interfaced with the project management team to carry out all Project Control activities and administration
  • Managed the client invoicing process
  • Received and logged all invoices
  • Checked accuracy of all invoices for payment
  • Prepared invoices to be reviewed and sent to Atlantic LNG for payment
  • Tracked all paid and unpaid invoices
  • Provided clerical and administrative support to the project management team
  • Requested and reviewed quotations from clients
  • Posted requisitions for preparation of purchase orders
  • Composed, typed and proof read memos, letters and e-mails
  • Performed daily backups of electronically stored data
  • Operated office equipment (Photocopier, fax machine, Printer/scanner)
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing mails and packages
  • Maintained a manual filing system
  • Performed routine duties and responsibilities without supervision
  • Maintained a professional relationship with clients, employees, and other stakeholders
  • Served as a liaison with other departments on cost control and administrative matters.

Data Entry Clerk II/Secretary II

Damus Limited
09.2007 - 09.2009
  • Provided clerical and administrative Support to the Project Management Team for various Jobs
  • Recorded data on a daily basis for reporting purposes
  • Compiled status reports and prepared reports as requested
  • Managed stationery supplies (Ordering and replenishing)
  • Handled petty cash storage and disbursements
  • Prepared petty cash reconciliation reports
  • Performed daily backups of electronically stored data
  • Composed, typed and proofread memos, letters and e-mails
  • Operated office equipment (photocopier, fax machine, printer/scanner)
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing mails and packages
  • Maintained a manual filing system
  • Recorded minutes of meetings as required
  • Advised the shop superintendent of any issues to ensure orderly and efficient administrative operations.

Accounting Assistant (Payroll Department)

John Williams Construction Company Limited
10.2005 - 04.2007
  • Entered data from time cards
  • Processed weekly payroll in accordance with statutory regulations
  • Coordinated the remittance of payroll to employees bank accounts
  • Prepared data for journals
  • Generated payroll summary reports
  • Liaised with department heads and employees to address queries
  • Performed human resources functions.

Clerk I (Human Resource Department)

National Agricultural Marketing and Development Corporation (NAMDEVCO)
09.2004 - 09.2005
  • Processed pension and gratuity benefits
  • Prepared statements to the board of inland revenue
  • Processed leave applications
  • Maintained a confidential filing system
  • Prepared monthly reports
  • Prepared minutes of meeting
  • Prepared memoranda
  • Performed registry functions
  • Maintained and updated employees’ files.

Clerk (Operations Department)

First National Credit Union Co-operative Society Ltd
01.2002 - 03.2002
  • Interacted with members on a daily basis to conduct cash & cheques deposits
  • Interacted with members on a daily basis to assist with queries
  • Updated members’ passbooks
  • Operated telephone switchboard
  • Performed routine typing
  • Recorded & distributed incoming mails
  • Prepared bank statements for members
  • Prepared journals.

Office Secretary

Theo Richards General Contractors Limited
08.2001 - 09.2001
  • Prepared payroll on a fortnightly basis
  • Assisted in the administration of the office
  • Remitted payments to statutory bodies on behalf of the company
  • Typed letters, memoranda and reports
  • Prepared vouchers, cheques
  • Prepared purchase orders
  • Maintained a confidential filing system
  • Prepared and submitted VAT returns.

Skills

  • Verbal & written communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management skills
  • Resourcefulness
  • Detail-oriented
  • Anticipates customers’ needs

Accomplishments

  • Administrative Professional of the Year 2013-2014
  • Employee of the Year Nominee 2018-2019
  • Employee of the Year Nominee 2020-2021
  • Innovation Award Winner 2020-2021
  • UWI Partial Scholarship Winner 2021

Email Addresses

srambert14@gmail.com

Education And Qualifications

University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, M.Sc. Strategic Leadership and Innovation with Merit, 09/2021-09/2023, School of Business and Computer Science (University of Sunderland), BA (Hon.) Degree in Business Management, COSTAATT – College of Science, Technology & Applied Arts of Trinidad and Tobago, Associate Degree in Business Management with Accounting, Southern Academy of S.D.A., Iere High School, Siparia Junior Secondary, Mathematics, 3, English Language, 2, English Literature, 2, Principles of Business, 1, Principles of Accounts, 2, Office Procedures, 1, Social Studies, 2, Biology, 2, Geography, 2, History, 2

Technological Platform Knowledge

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Professional Work Experiences

  • First Citizens Bank Limited – Human Resources Department, Learning, Performance and Talent Management - Cross Training, 06/01/22-01/31/23, Provided support to the Manager - Learning, Performance and Talent Management, Assistant Manager, Learning and Development, Assistant Manager - Performance and Talent Management and Change Manager, Filed incoming correspondences, copy of outgoing correspondences and other documents, Developed SMART goals/objectives for the new redesigned non-management performance appraisal, Prepares EAS disbursements, Submits Sysaids requests as needed, Conducts research and provides input in the design of behavioral/non-technical training, Assisted with the administration of overseas travel, Assisted with the preparation of documents to support training activities e.g. presentation decks, Processes invoices and submits for approval, Filed incoming correspondence, copies of outgoing correspondence and other documents pertaining to training and development activities while ensuring that the filing system is properly maintained and secured at all times, Responded to customers’ requests, enquiries, incoming and outgoing calls, in a courteous and timely manner consistent with operating standards and escalation to Manager where necessary, Completed other delegated activities as assigned by the Manager
  • First Citizens Bank Limited - Point Fortin Branch, Administrative Assistant II, 05/06/13-05/31/22, Files incoming correspondence, copies of outgoing correspondence, reports, file notes, and other documents including politically exposed persons’ / staff personnel/credit files and organizes the filing system while ensuring it is properly secured, controlled and maintained at all times, Photocopies and scans documents as requested and transmits and retrieves messages via email, etc., Assists with the development of new administrative forms as requested, Records and transcribes minutes/notes of various meetings such as Managers, general staff and other meetings, Collates, orders and distributes celebratory items, Sources, collates and dispatches weekly/monthly/quarterly reports as directed by the Manager and organizes (copies, packages, etc.) relevant reports/documents for Management, Acts as a liaison between Management & Staff, customers, other Units/Branches, etc., Engages in marketing and cross-selling of Group’s products and services in the attainment of assigned referral targets, Responds to customers’ requests, enquiries, incoming and outgoing calls in a courteous and timely manner consistent with operating standards and escalation to Operations Officer/Branch Manager where necessary, Completes projects and other related activities as assigned by the Manager
  • First Citizens Bank Limited - Corporate Banking Unit, Manager’s Secretary, 11/21/11-05/05/13, Checked and transcribed correspondences, including memoranda, reports, letters, facsimile, letters of offer, availment tickets, banker’s acceptances, credit application, credit approvals, CCMR, deed of release, mortgages, security documents, etc., Prepared Deal Pipeline Reports, Organised and maintained proper filing systems, Liaised with Branches, Support Units and Executive Management for information. Responded to queries and requests on behalf of and in the absence of the Manager, Recorded, sorted, scanned and distributed mail, correspondences and documents, Answered incoming telephone calls, recorded messages and made out-going calls on behalf of the Manager, Prepared copies of Credit Applications for submission to the Board of Directors, Assisted other Managers in the absence of their substantive secretary, Attended to customer inquiries ensuring prompt and courteous service is provided at all times, Completed other delegated activities assigned by the Manager, Followed up on all matters on behalf of the Manager
  • Damus Limited, Project Secretary, 09/07-12/10, Costs control, Recorded Project activities, Monitored the financial progress of the project and prepared weekly reports, Interfaced with the project management team to carry out all Project Control activities and administration, Managed the client invoicing process, Received and logged all invoices, Checked accuracy of all invoices for payment, Prepared invoices to be reviewed and sent to Atlantic LNG for payment, Tracked all paid and unpaid invoices, Provided clerical and administrative support to the project management team, Requested and reviewed quotations from clients, Posted requisitions for preparation of purchase orders, Composed, typed and proofread memos, letters and e-mails, Performed daily backups of electronically stored data, Operated office equipment (Photocopier, fax machine, Printer/scanner), Coordinated incoming and outgoing mails and packages, Maintained a manual filing system, Performed routine duties and responsibilities without supervision, Maintained a professional relationship with clients, employees, and other stakeholders, Served as a liaison with other departments on cost control and administrative matters
  • Damus Limited, Data Entry Clerk II/Secretary II, 09/07-09/09, Provided clerical and administrative Support to the Project Management Team for various Jobs, Recorded data on a daily basis for reporting purposes, Compiled status reports and prepared reports as requested, Managed stationery supplies (Ordering and replenishing), Handled petty cash storage and disbursements, Prepared petty cash reconciliation reports, Performed daily backups of electronically stored data, Composed, typed and proofread memos, letters and e-mails, Operated office equipment (photocopier, fax machine, printer/scanner), Coordinated incoming and outgoing mails and packages, Maintained a manual filing system, Recorded minutes of meetings as required, Advised the shop superintendent of any issues to ensure orderly and efficient administrative operations
  • John Williams Construction Company Limited, Accounting Assistant (Payroll Department), 10/05-04/07, Entered data from time cards, Processed weekly payroll in accordance with statutory regulations, Coordinated the remittance of payroll to employees bank accounts, Prepared data for journals, Generated payroll summary reports, Liaised with department heads and employees to address queries, Performed human resources functions
  • National Agricultural Marketing and Development Corporation (NAMDEVCO), Clerk I (Human Resource Department), 09/04-09/05, Processed pension and gratuity benefits, Prepared statements to the board of inland revenue, Processed leave applications, Maintained a confidential filing system, Prepared monthly reports, Prepared minutes of meeting, Prepared memoranda, Performed registry functions, Maintained and updated employees’ files
  • First National Credit Union Co-operative Society Ltd, Clerk (Operations Department), 01/02-03/02, 09/02-01/03, 07/03-09/03, 02/04-04/04, Interacted with members on a daily basis to conduct cash & cheques deposits, Interacted with members on a daily basis to assist with queries, Updated members’ passbooks, Operated telephone switchboard, Performed routine typing, Recorded & distributed incoming mails, Prepared bank statements for members, Prepared journals
  • Theo Richards General Contractors Limited, Office Secretary, 08/01-09/01, 05/02-08/02, 05/04-06/04, Prepared payroll on a fortnightly basis, Assisted in the administration of the office, Remitted payments to statutory bodies on behalf of the company, Typed letters, memoranda and reports, Prepared vouchers, cheques, Prepared purchase orders, Maintained a confidential filing system, Prepared and submitted VAT returns
  • PETROTRIN - (On the Job Training), Finance and Contracts / Clerical Department, 05/08/00-09/29/00, Training included:, MS Office Applications (Word, Excel), Operation of office equipment, Preparation of invoices, Preparation of letters, memoranda and reports, Maintenance of files, correspondences, confidential matters and other records, Telephone etiquette

Marital Status

Married

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/14/82
  • Nationality: Trinidadian

References

  • Ms. Marlene John, First Citizens Bank Limited, Branch Manager - Tunapuna Branch, #20-24 Eastern Main Road, Tunapuna, 663-1209, ext. 5005 / 270-7656
  • Mrs. Alicia Lewis-Gloudon, First Citizens Bank Limited, Operations Officer, #36 Main Road, Point Fortin, 648-2476, ext. 4102 / 754-0342

Hobbies and Interests

  • Human Resources Management
  • Event Planning
  • Graphics Design
  • Outdoor activities
  • Cooking and baking

Timeline

Project Secretary

Damus Limited - Atlantic LNG Project
10.2009 - 12.2010

Data Entry Clerk II/Secretary II

Damus Limited
09.2007 - 09.2009

Accounting Assistant (Payroll Department)

John Williams Construction Company Limited
10.2005 - 04.2007

Clerk I (Human Resource Department)

National Agricultural Marketing and Development Corporation (NAMDEVCO)
09.2004 - 09.2005

Clerk (Operations Department)

First National Credit Union Co-operative Society Ltd
01.2002 - 03.2002

Office Secretary

Theo Richards General Contractors Limited
08.2001 - 09.2001

Learning, Performance and Talent Management - Cross Training

First Citizens Bank Limited – Human Resources Department

Administrative Assistant II

First Citizens Bank Limited - Point Fortin Branch

Manager’s Secretary

First Citizens Bank Limited - Corporate Banking Unit

Finance and Contracts / Clerical Department

PETROTRIN
Selma Rambert