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JENITHA PROSPER BIKWASI

Dar Es Salaam

Summary

Experienced Administration Officer who brings superior analytical and conflict-resolution strengths gained and managing a full range of day-to-day administrative activities within an office and improving productivity. I am systematic in the Administration Department with 10 years of firsthand experience working in structured environments and coordinating smooth administrative operations by delivering high-level corporate support and subject matter expertise to executive management staff who collaboratively work to support daily requirements and arrange special plans. I am a Multi-talented in the Administration Department who is successful at moving into many separate roles each day and well-experienced in making progress in quality management team productivity, and customer service who experienced Administration Department with extraordinary skills in Organizing, Communicating Skills, and Problem-Solving. Well-Experienced in Records Keeping and Schedule Management with skills in delegating tasks to optimize office team performance and punctual motivated, who have strong skills in Microsoft Office and calendar staffs Management skills connected with excellent communication and multitasking. I am abilities initiative-doing and independent qualified and commended for regularly resolving employee challenges with innovative solutions. Flexible and Priorities Diligent and detail-oriented Administrator with a developed history in successful team management who Professionally organizes files, correspondence, and assets to improve productivity and facilitate operations. Skilled in general office processes and optimization plans very well-organized and administrative professional bests in office management and specific tasks Creative and adaptive team leader with skills in project management, tracking system, customer relationship management, and solutions-focused on a strategic planner with extensive knowledge of control organization practices.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Administration Officer

Global Communities
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, contributing to a positive work environment.
  • Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings, and staff events. professionally and promptly.
  • Aided colleagues, managers, and customers through regular communication and assistance.
  • Contributed to office safety by enforcing workplace policies and following emergency procedures as needed.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries
  • Improved record-keeping accuracy by creating an updated filing system for confidential documents and materials.
  • Drafted and distributed invoices for outstanding payments.
  • Maintained high levels of organization within the office space through regular supply inventory checks and proactive restocking efforts.
  • Managed daily payment processing and drafted related financial documents.
  • Contributed to team goal-achievement by collaborating with staff to develop customer service improvement initiatives.

Administration Officer

Project Concern International, PCI
05.2011 - 12.2021
  • Office property management, including asset inventory, vendor contract management, and office operations.
  • General administration, communication, and operational and logistical support activities.
  • Responsible for all administrative matters in the office, supervising the receptionist and driver, as well as coordinating logistical support, communication, and operations with IO, other PCI country offices, and local field offices.
  • Supported department heads through conducting research, preparing reports, and managing various administrative tasks efficiently.
  • Managed complex scheduling tasks, ensuring that deadlines were met consistently.
  • Improved record-keeping accuracy by creating an updated filing system for confidential documents and materials.

Project Secretary/Receptionist

SCC-Vi Agroforestry Project
04.2009 - 05.2011
  • General office Management, Secretarial Duties, and Logistics Support
  • Responsible for all administrative tasks including Secretarial duties, coordinating planning support, IT Support, office management, and other tasks support to the organization.
  • Improved information flow between departments by establishing a centralized filing system for easy access to critical documents.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for project team members, minimizing downtime during crucial periods.
  • Contributed to successful project outcomes by providing ongoing administrative support to Project Managers and team members.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Assisted with planning office events and meetings for smooth execution.

Personal Assistant / Receptionist / Telephone Operator / Radio Operator

International Rescue Committee (IRC) Kigoma
11.2004 - 12.2008
  • General office Administration, and Logistics Support

• Responsible for all Administrative and Secretarial work, Radio Operator, and other telecommunications equipment from base to other locations (VHF, HF, CODAN), and logistics support

  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
  • Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
  • Coordinated events and functions with attention to detail ensuring successful execution.
  • Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
  • Managed travel arrangements including flights, accommodations, and itineraries for smooth business trips.
  • Maintained confidentiality, handled sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
  • Increased efficiency with organization of travel itineraries, ensuring seamless business trips.
  • Reduced operational costs, negotiated with vendors to secure competitive rates for office supplies.
  • Facilitated smoother daily operations by promptly addressing and resolving administrative issues.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Participated in team meetings and staff training sessions.
  • Facilitated transportation to and from appointments.

PERSONAL ASSISTANT/ TELEPHONE OPERATOR / RADIO OPERATOR

International Rescue Committee (IRC)
11.2004 - 12.2008
  • General office Administration, and Logistics Support
  • Responsible for all Administrative and Secretarial work, Radio Operator, and other telecommunications equipment from base to other locations (VHF, HF, CODAN), and organization support
  • Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
  • Improved document management and established a systematic filing system that accelerated information retrieval.

Data Entry Clerk

UNHCR - Kibondo Kigoma
09.2002 - 10.2002
  • Attending the refugee re-registration exercise and doing specific duties such as wrist banding, ration card issuing, ink spraying, etc
  • Electronically (Computerized) Data processing from the manual bio-data forms, doing typing duties when needed.
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
  • Entered data into various computer systems accurately using Microsoft Office Suite.

Education

Diploma - Business Administration

Premese Africa Institute
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2012

Some College (No Degree) -

MS-TCDC-Certificate of Administration For Develop.
Arusha , Tanzania
06.2008

Certificate of Computer -

Waldorf College
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
01.2000

Diploma of Secretarial -

TC Institute of Management
Kampala, Uganda
01.1999

Certificate of Secretarial -

Splendid Secretarial College
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
01.1998

Tarime Teachers’ Colleges - Certificate in Teaching -

Tarime TTC
Mara, Tanzania
01.1993

Skills

  • PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:
  • Work Efficiently & Effectively/Commitment to Quality
  • Strong Decision Making
  • Builds Relationships/Teamwork
  • Demonstrates Adaptability
  • Problem Solver
  • Creativity and Technical Skills
  • Optional Skill (eg, Supervisory Skills)
  • Working with high integrity
  • Ability to work independently
  • Administrative support
  • MS office
  • Events coordination
  • Travel arrangements

Accomplishments

  • Improved in organization’s activities to run smoothly and efficiently, by guaranteeing timely delivery of all necessary services and allowing a conducive environment.
  • Achieved our monthly plans and deliverables by establishing appropriate planning and communication systems that increased the quality of our work.
  • Improved Communication Skills, Time Management, Team Building to the Administration Department,
  • Achieved Team Meetings and one-on-one meeting arrangements, how to plan our activities every week, and tracking through to the to-do list.
  • Achieved on the Inventory Register system and how to maintain Contract Register including update day to day.
  • Managed travel arrangements, hotel bookings, flight reservations, and transportation logistics.
    • Organized events and prepared for meetings.

Languages

English and Swahili
First Language

References:

1. Anna Bahati Francis 

Snr. Manager People and Culture

Global Communities

P.O. Box 1933

Dodoma

Cell: +255 784804040

E-mail: bahati2tz@yahoo.com


2. Maridhiyah Hassan Mohamed
Head of People, Culture, and Organization Development
Water Aid
P.O. Box 105125
Dar es Salaam
Cell: +255 754667724
E-mail: maridhia2005@yahoo.com


3. Abel Masedwane
Finance and Administration Director
Project Concern International (PCI)
P.O. Box 105125
Dar es Salaam
Cell: +255 759 870 777
E-mail: masedwanek@gmail.com


4. Frank Masasi
Human Resource Manager
SCC-Vi Agroforestry Project
P.O. Box
Musoma, Mara, Tanzania
Cell: +255 620 436 680
E-mail: frankmasasi@gmail.com

Timeline

Administration Officer

Global Communities
08.2023 - Current

Administration Officer

Project Concern International, PCI
05.2011 - 12.2021

Project Secretary/Receptionist

SCC-Vi Agroforestry Project
04.2009 - 05.2011

PERSONAL ASSISTANT/ TELEPHONE OPERATOR / RADIO OPERATOR

International Rescue Committee (IRC)
11.2004 - 12.2008

Personal Assistant / Receptionist / Telephone Operator / Radio Operator

International Rescue Committee (IRC) Kigoma
11.2004 - 12.2008

Data Entry Clerk

UNHCR - Kibondo Kigoma
09.2002 - 10.2002

Diploma - Business Administration

Premese Africa Institute

Some College (No Degree) -

MS-TCDC-Certificate of Administration For Develop.

Certificate of Computer -

Waldorf College

Diploma of Secretarial -

TC Institute of Management

Certificate of Secretarial -

Splendid Secretarial College

Tarime Teachers’ Colleges - Certificate in Teaching -

Tarime TTC
JENITHA PROSPER BIKWASI