GLADYS NWAOHA
Lagos, Nigeria- --|LinkedIn
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished Executive Assistant with 4+ years of experience providing high-level
administrative support in fast-paced environments. Expertise in Virtual role: managing
executive calendars, organizing meetings, appointment scheduling, travel bookings,
and providing administrative support to increase productivity. Known for my
exceptional organizational and collaborative skills, attention to detail, and ability to
manage multiple tasks efficiently. Highly proficient in various software tools, going
above and beyond to deliver exceptional service and enhancing operational efficiency.
SKILLS
HARD SKILLS
SOFT SKILLS
Virtual Communication Software:
Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom,
Skype, Email, Zoom, Zoho desk
Administrative Skill: Google
Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite
Appointment Scheduling: Picktime,
Calendly, Google Calendar, Acuity
Data Entry & Management
Email & Calendar Management
Travel Coordination
WORK HISTORY
04/2024 to Date
High attention to detail and
accuracy
Time Management and
Organization,
Confidentiality and Discretion
Collaboration and Teamwork
Problem-Solving and Adaptability
Interpersonal and Communication
Skill
Leadership and Initiative
Research and Slide presentation
Virtual Assistant (Remote)
Amnick Social Enterprises, United Kingdom
Organized and facilitated virtual team meetings and video conferences across
multiple time zones, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration in
remote work environments.
Provided comprehensive virtual support to clients, managing calendars, email
correspondence, and travel arrangements while maintaining strict confidentiality
and attention to detail.
Developed and maintained detailed spreadsheets and databases for lead tracking,
project progress, and improving data accuracy and accessibility by 25%..
Conducted in-depth market research and created engaging PowerPoint and
Google Slides presentations for client meetings and webinars, effectively
communicating complex information visually.
Orchestrated complex scheduling for executives, managing calendars, schedules
and appointments, reducing scheduling conflicts by 40%.
10/2019 to 01/2024 Executive Assistant
New World Industries Limited
Managed and prioritized a high volume of incoming communications (100+
emails and 50+ calls daily), serving as the primary point of contact for
executives and external stakeholders, resulting in a 30% improvement in
response times
Developed and implemented a comprehensive database system for over 60
company accounts, integrating foreign transaction tracking. This initiative
increased operational efficiency by 20% and reduced errors in financial
reporting by 15%.
Collaborated with the teammates to reconcile foreign transaction account
statements, implementing a new reconciliation process that reduced
discrepancies by 15% and saved the company from potential losses.
Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information, including
acquisition documents, company account documents, personnel files, and
financial reports, ensuring 100% compliance with data protection regulations.
Orchestrated complex scheduling for executives, managing calendars, schedules
and appointments, reducing scheduling conflicts by 40%.
Career Break for a Volunteer Opportunity
11/2015 to 10/2016 Secretary to ICT Director
Cross River University of Technology – Cross River
Revamped the examination monitoring process, implementing new anticheating measures that contributed to a 20% reduction in examination
malpractice across the department.
Designed and implemented a new digital filing system for student examination
records, improving data accuracy by 95% and reducing retrieval time by 40%,
which streamlined the grading and appeals processes.
Developed and delivered comprehensive orientation sessions and onboarding
for over 200 new ICT intakes.
Managed the ICT Director's calendar, prioritizing appointments and ensuring
efficient time management, which increased the director's productivity. Acting
as the primary liaison between the ICT department and other university
departments, facilitating clear communication and reducing interdepartmental
query resolution time by 50%.
Provided formidable support to learners by collaborating with fellow team
members, setting extra learning sessions for students and assisting them in
meeting up with their academic curriculum.
EDUCATION
2015
Higher National Diploma: Cooperative Economics and Management
Institute of Management and Technology
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
● On-Demand IT skills
Digital Witch Support Community
● Airbnb Arbitrage/Property Management
Digital Hospitality Hub
● Virtual Assistant and AI Career Essentials
ALX Africa
● Phone-based Customer Service
LinkedIn Learning
● Customer Service: Serving Customers through Phone and Chats
LinkedIn Learning
● Customer Service: Problem-solving and Troubleshooting
LinkedIn Learning