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MAURISSA ABRAHAM

MAURISSA ABRAHAM

Executive Assistant
Warrenville

Summary

Resourceful and experienced worker offering expertise in customer service, travel coordination and file management. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Handles multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications

Work History

Administrative Assistant

UTT
01.2010 - Current
  • Greets internal and external customers of the campus, by phone, in person or through electronic media
  • Uses a personal computer and a variety of office software applications including Microsoft office suite
  • Performs file management
  • Operates other office equipment such as printers, copy machines, fax machines
  • Serves as liaison with service and vendor personnel
  • Provide direct or indirect assistance to academic functions and services
  • These include inputs in class scheduling and general support to academic personnel
  • Enter information, ensure the accuracy and completeness of the data and generate reports or outputs as needed ie stock inventory, monthly reports, etc
  • Serve as receiver of mail or correspondence for the work unit or area
  • Opens or reviews correspondence and determines proper disposition
  • Files documents and may be responsible for developing or modifying filing practices, including use of electronic rather than paper records
  • Coordinates and organizes meetings, and other department activities and functions
  • May schedule or obtain use of rooms and may set up rooms and equipment for use
  • Assists in handling personnel functions, actions, forms and records for staff under the purview of the office
  • Attends and participates in meetings and committees and may take minutes or notes and perform follow-up activities
  • Receives, record and/or track incoming payments receipts and makes proper distribution and records
  • Prepares ARN's for such documents
  • Provide training and informal guidance and direction to other employees
  • Processes and records cheques and delivers to relevant persons
  • Preparation of Maintenance Work Orders
  • Oracle Preparer
  • Issuing of Exit certificates and Exit passes
  • Petty cash custodian
  • Verifier of all cash transactions form the sales office
  • Direct liaison with farm personnel
  • Responsible for transportation arrangements for staff and students
  • Supervision of OJT's and preparation of their timesheets

Administrative Assistant

ECIAF –UTT
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Serves as program coordinator and resource person for applicants, students, and faculty regarding requirements and procedures of the Diploma in Agriculture Programme
  • Advises the Admissions Office of the disposition of applicant files and any prerequisites for entrance into the program; supplies Admissions with up-to-date informational materials
  • Coordinates student registration; maintains records for progress in the program; transfer of advanced standing credits; preparation of forms for leave of absence, withdrawals, and changes of program; processing of level changes and results of all changes in Level, including examination results
  • Maintains a current record of students available for teaching internships, tutoring, and research positions; informs students of opportunities for these as they arise; recommends students to the lecturers for teaching and research assignments
  • Coordinates program course offerings, descriptions, and scheduling each semester; prepares course list for the Registrar each semester with updates and revisions as needed
  • Maintains file of all currentand past course descriptions
  • Coordinates and supervises activities of part-time staff assigned to faculty members and the program office.

Administrative Assistant

COSTAATT
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Serves as liaison between the program office and departments at the ECIAF campus as well as affiliated institutions
  • Maintains program operations and paperwork, including admissions and registration activities, budget allocations, correspondence, records and files, committee meetings, weekly seminars, colloquia, and special events
  • Posts notices of position announcements, sends announcements over email; tracks student progress and keep progamme leaders informed
  • Reviews and edits program documents to ensure compliance with program policy and procedures including student handbook and guidelines, recruitment materials;
  • Prepares and supervises mailings (both email and US mail) to students, faculty, alumni, and other outlets regarding program forums, recruitment activities, and special events
  • Takes minutes at meetings requested in which to participate
  • Assists in preparation of a yearly budget for program activities
  • Orders equipment from purchasing; arranges for maintenance of office machines
  • Instructs faculty in the use of these machines
  • Provides basic operational and analytical support related to the Campus's specialized academic program
  • Supports with orientation preparation, student advisement regarding program requirements, and providing basic information about financial aid and registration
  • Manages office records including faculty files; prepares reports and surveys; collects and maintains statistical data on program activities
  • Serves as liaison to various offices to provide service delivery and appropriate referrals to students
  • Collects and reviews syllabi to ensure compliance with standards
  • Serves as resource person for students and faculty regarding program policies and procedures
  • May supervise office operations and/or monitor department budget
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health -

PAL Institute
03.2007 - 2007.05

Conversational French (Beginners) - undefined

University of the West Indies – Centre for Language Learning

Bachelor of Environmental Science - Environmental and Natural Resource Management, International Relations

University of the West Indies St. Augustine Campus
01.2003 - 2006.05

NEBOSH National Diploma - Occupational Safety and Health

PAL Institute
05.2007 - 2009.05

Associate of Applied Science - Environmental Management

COSTAATT
05.2001 - 2003.05

Skills

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Certification

Introduction to Project Management

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

UTT
01.2010 - Current

NEBOSH National Diploma - Occupational Safety and Health

PAL Institute
05.2007 - 2009.05

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health -

PAL Institute
03.2007 - 2007.05

Administrative Assistant

ECIAF –UTT
01.2007 - 01.2010

Administrative Assistant

COSTAATT
01.2006 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Environmental Science - Environmental and Natural Resource Management, International Relations

University of the West Indies St. Augustine Campus
01.2003 - 2006.05

Associate of Applied Science - Environmental Management

COSTAATT
05.2001 - 2003.05

Conversational French (Beginners) - undefined

University of the West Indies – Centre for Language Learning
MAURISSA ABRAHAMExecutive Assistant