Jennifer Charmain Samuel-Weekes
Diego Martin
Summary
Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Projects & Facilities
Guardian Life of the Caribbean
Westmoorings, SE, Trinidad & Tobago
10.2023 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple simultaneous projects through effective time management skills and prioritization techniques.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes that increased efficiency across all projects.
- Mentored and coached team members, promoting professional growth and skill development.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment of goals and expectations.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that benefited both parties involved in the transaction.
- Coordinated with other departments to create comprehensive plans addressing all aspects of assigned projects.
- Adapted quickly to shifting priorities while maintaining focus on achieving long-term objectives in a dynamic environment.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on relevant policies and procedures.
- Assisted senior leadership in strategic planning efforts by offering expert insights into current trends affecting the industry landscape.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of team members, providing constructive feedback aimed at improving individual capabilities.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring adequate funding was allocated to each project phase.
Manager, Administration and Corporate Filings
Guardian Life of the Caribbean Limited
Westmoorings, SE
02.2018 - 10.2023
- Develop and implement departmental operational plans.
- Lead and manage the administrative operations and daily work flow in the Office of the President & Director.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to administrative process in the Office of the President & Director.
- Ensure that the company complies with all non-financial regulatory requirements locally and regionally in accordance with the respective legislations.
- Prepare annual budget and manage cost.
- Act as the primary liaison with the regulators, locally and regionally for non-financial matters.
- Manage the onboarding of new directors and officers of the company.
Executive Assistant
Guardian Life of the Caribbean
Westmoorings, SE, Trinidad & Tobago
04.1992 - 10.2018
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
- Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
- Supported executives in decision-making processes by conducting research and presenting findings in clear formats.
- Enhanced productivity by organizing travel arrangements and coordinating accommodations for executives.
- Aided in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and assisting with candidate selection.
- Contributed to budget management by monitoring expenses and providing detailed expenditure reports regularly.
- Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
- Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
- Developed and maintained automated alert systems for important deadlines.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management Studies
University of The West Indies
St AugustineAdvanced Diploma - Corporate Secretaryship
University of The West Indies
St AugustineFelow Life Management Institute (FLMI) - Insurance And Risk Management
Life Office Management Association
USADiploma - Administrative Management
Institute of Administrative Management
United KingdomProject Management
ECornell
USA02-2026
Skills
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project planning and development
- Project scheduling
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Document management
- Expense reports
- Meeting facilitation
- Planning and scheduling
Timeline
Manager, Projects & Facilities
Guardian Life of the Caribbean
10.2023 - Current
Manager, Administration and Corporate Filings
Guardian Life of the Caribbean Limited
02.2018 - 10.2023
Executive Assistant
Guardian Life of the Caribbean
04.1992 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Management Studies
University of The West Indies
Advanced Diploma - Corporate Secretaryship
University of The West Indies
Felow Life Management Institute (FLMI) - Insurance And Risk Management
Life Office Management Association
Diploma - Administrative Management
Institute of Administrative Management
Project Management
ECornell
Team player and results oriented
Successfully executed on the logistics for Board and management meetings, regulatory filings (non-financial), project and facilities management within budget, to ensure, governance and customer experience is maintained and achieved