Linda Berejena

LINDA BEREJENA Virtual Executive Assistant | Administrative Support Specialist 📞 - | ✉-| 📍 Pretoria, South Africa PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Organized and proactive Virtual Executive Assistant with over 8 years of experience supporting busy executives in managing business and personal tasks. Proficient in scheduling, project management, and operational efficiency. Skilled in leveraging technology and AI tools to optimize workflows. Strong problem-solver with excellent communication skills. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Office Beacon (Remote) Virtual Executive Assistant | March 2021 – March 2024        Managed the CEO’s calendar, scheduled meetings, and coordinated appointments. Oversaw email inbox management, ensuring timely follow-ups. Prepared reports, presentations, and client communication materials. Handled confidential information while managing billing, invoicing, and financial data entry. Coordinated travel and ensured project deadlines were met. Supported social media scheduling and newsletter creation, increasing engagement by 25%. Utilized AI tools to automate workflows and enhance productivity. Valotorque EHS Pty Ltd (Pretoria, SA) Executive Administrative Assistant | November 2015 – March 2019      Coordinated Virgin Active exhibition venues, managing invoicing, rentals, and vendor communications. Processed invoices, organized new client contracts, and managed payment records. Coordinated logistics for Virgin Active exhibitions, handling contracts and payment processing. Scheduled travel arrangements and organized company-wide activities. Implemented standardized operating procedures, improving efficiency by 50%. South African Monitoring and Evaluation Association Administrative Coordinator | July 2010 – July 2015     Coordinated meetings, events, and workshops to increase stakeholder engagement Conducted market research and compiled reports for decision-making. Produced newsletters and managed social media, boosting outreach by 30%. Handled onboarding and communication for new members. EDUCATION University of Zimbabwe BSc Hons Sociology April 2001 – August 2004 Project Management Institute Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) January 2017 – March 2018 KEY SKILLS           Calendar & Email Management (Gmail, Outlook) Report & Presentation Preparation Project Management & Task Oversight Social Media & Content Scheduling Market Research & Insight Compilation Microsoft Office Suite & Google Workspace Data Organization AI Tools Utilization (ChatGPT, Claude, Grok) Google Workspace & Microsoft Office Suite Strong English Communication Achievements  Increased team efficiency by streamlining executive support operations.   Achieved a 25% increase in newsletter engagement through targeted initiatives Recognized for attention to detail, organizational skills, and proactive problem-solving.