Boris S. Okem
Lagos, Nigeria | - |-| Linkedin
CAREER SUMMARY
● Resourceful and detail-oriented Personal and Executive Administrative Assistant with a
strong history of keeping teams and leaders focused, organized, and moving forward.
● I excel under pressure, blending sharp organizational instincts with a proactive mindset
to anticipate needs before they arise.
● I’m seeking a dynamic role where I can bring structure to complexity, support key
decision-makers, and contribute meaningfully to the bigger picture.
SOFT SKILLS
TOOLS
Organization.
Google Workspace
Communication Expert.
Trello, Microsoft Teams
Problem-Solving.
Slack, Zoom, Skype
Adaptability.
Asana,
Confidentiality.
Zendesk
Customer Service.
HubSpot
Multitasking.
Monday.com
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
● Streamlined Office Operations: Successfully implemented new organizational
systems and processes that reduced administrative workload by 30%, improving
overall office efficiency and reducing document processing time.
● Project Coordination: Coordinated multiple complex projects simultaneously,
ensuring deadlines were met and resources were allocated effectively, which
resulted in a 15% increase in project completion rates.
● Enhanced Communication: Developed and maintained effective communication
channels between departments, which improved cross-functional collaboration and
reduced response time for internal requests by 25%.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
English Language and Literature - Utah, USA
2024
Personal Administrative Assistant (Remote)
● Prepared and edited high-quality reports, presentations, and official documents with a
98% accuracy rate, ensuring consistency in branding, tone, and formatting. I
maintained and organized digital and physical records, improving file retrieval efficiency
by 60% and safeguarding confidential information.
● Managed and prioritized over 150 emails weekly on behalf of the executive, reducing
response time by 40% and ensuring clear, professional communication. I handled all
incoming and outgoing correspondence, maintaining a seamless flow of information
across departments and external stakeholders.
● Coordinated executive calendars and high-level meetings with a 95% on-time rate,
minimizing conflicts and boosting productivity by proactively managing shifting
priorities.
Sammex Construction Ltd.
2018 - 2023
Executive Assistant (Remote)
● Drove cross-functional coordination and client relations, ensuring 95% on-time project
delivery and increasing client satisfaction by 25% through clear, proactive
communication.
● Optimized operations and resource management, achieving a 15% annual cost saving
on office supplies and improving budget tracking accuracy by 10% through detailed
financial reporting support.
● Orchestrated high-impact company events and streamlined internal communications,
boosting employee engagement by 30% and enhancing executive deliverables with a
97% document accuracy rate.
Alisson Chemical Industries
2006 - 2008
Administrative Assistant/Manager (Hybrid)
● Developed and executed targeted marketing campaigns, resulting in a 25% increase in
lead generation.
● Implemented SEO strategies that improved website traffic by 30%, enhancing online
visibility and positioning the company.
● Collaborated with sales teams to create effective sales collateral, presentations, and
promotional materials.
CERTIFICATIONS
ALX Certified Virtual Assistant
ALX Certified Virtual Assistant
Customer Success Fundamentals
CustomerSuccessU
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
COO University, Uli.
2015