Linda Asare-Asante
Summary
Linda has a strong leadership with recognized strengths in problem-solving. She is result oriented and works to meet deadlines. Linda is a good team player, very focused with strong ethical background.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
CARE International, Ghana
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Prepare letters and other documentation for the Country Director
- Assist and manage the Country Director’s time and set-up appointments
- Ensure proper circulation of information within the mission including posting and maintaining shared information
- Receive documents from various departments and item for dispatch
- Organise and maintain the central filing system and ensure it is updated on regular basis
- Prepare and maintain the Country Office’s calendar for major events such as workshops & conferences
- Receive and ensure dispatch of payments issued by finance department to service providers
- Monitor and reconcile bills and prepare the necessary cost distribution in a timely manner
- Make hotel accommodation arrangements.
Administrative Assistant
Canada Program Support Unit
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Providing administrative assistance to CIDA Advisors/Consultants
- Management of office equipment and adequate supply of stationery
- Assigning drivers to take care of daily routines
- Keeps logbook/calendar of upcoming events
- Arranging all kinds of meetings for Advisors/Consultants
- Multi-task varied duties by keeping eye on visitors and staff in the reception area
- Handling the office petty cash.
Administrative Assistant
High Commission of Canada
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Deals with enquires and customer’s request and operating the switch board
- Sorts mails & faxes, distributes to employee mailboxes
- Typing of correspondence letters & printing of invitation cards
- Photocopying & Scanning
- Part of organisation team for events and workshop for staff.
Personal Assistant
United Bank for Africa (UBA)
09.2007 - 08.2009
- Record minutes of the operational meetings of the Branch
- Receive all incoming letters/memos/calls and making out-going calls
- Type correspondence letters and dispatch all outgoing memos/letters
- Booking of appointment
- Maintain/update accurate inventories
- Following-up on referrals and sending reminders
- Maintain an effective filing
- Compilation of various reports and documentation system scheduling.
Administrative Assistant (National Service)
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
08.2005 - 07.2006
- Writing and Keeping records of client’s files
- Quickly and effectively solve customer challenges
- Supporting client in opening new and upgrading their records
- Maintain quality control/satisfaction records, constantly seeking new ways to improve customer service.
Administrative Officer
CARE International, Ghana
06.2020
- Ensure the day to day running of all related matters to Admin in the Country office in an efficient and cost-effective manner
- Provide support to the Country Director by handling all correspondence, managing the diary and scheduling of meetings
- Monitor all communication for the country office by ensuring proper circulation of information within the mission including posting and maintaining shared information
- Prepare and maintain the Country Office’s staff contact list and update the database monthly
- Organize the logistical arrangements for special events, local & International workshops/conferences and meetings (Book hotels & other needs)
- Procurement support; setting up service providers, government agencies, etc and initiate purchase of goods & services
- Handling offline procurement, buying of goods & services within a threshold
- Issue tickets for both local/ International travels by liaising with travel agent and staff to ensure that tickets are issued in a timely manner with required documentation
- Provide support to guests to facilitate their stay in the country and process entry visas into Ghana, Work and Resident permits
- Ensure proper and efficient management of all tasks assigned and prepare reports & maintain a good filing system
- Fleet and Fuel Management & Store keeping and assigning drivers official tasks
- Directly supervises the office Assistants, Receptionist, and the Drivers.
Administrative Assistant Support (Attachment)
Baws Consultancy
09.2003
- Worked with nationally acclaimed consultants and public speaker in booking programs
- Maintaining good filing system
- Taking minutes
- Hotel Reservation and Bookings.
Education
Bachelor in Management Studies (Degree) -
University of Cape Coast
09.2011
Higher National Diploma (HND): Secretaryship & Management Studies -
Takoradi Polytechnic
07.2005
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSSCE) -
Adonten Senior Secondary School
12.2000
Skills
- Eager to learn and work in a creative way, also able to adapt and adjust quickly to new ways of doing things
- Detail oriented with the ability to prioritised, optimised time and ability to work under pressure
- Excellent interpersonal skills, discreet, flexible personality, and ability to multi-task
- I have been able to develop good communication skills
- Possess strong IT skills and proficiency in all Microsoft office package
Coursework
- Alliance Française, French Course (Basics)
- GIMPA, 05/2023, Supervisory Management Skills, Public Speaking & Presentation Skills, Time Management & Delegation, Team Building & Group Dynamics, Internal & External Communication, Emotional Intelligence
- Ghana Stock Exchange, 06/2010, 08/2010, Securities Courses Certificate, Introduction to Investment, Corporate Finance, Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, Securities Trading and Investment Advisory Techniques
- Platinum Technologies, 07/2006, 09/2006, Customer Service Certificate, Typing, Microsoft office, Document identification/coding, Customer Service Management, Communicating with impact
- Geptredo Computer Training School, 03/2001, 09/2001, Certificate in Computer Studies, Ms Word, Ms Outlook, Ms PowerPoint, Excel
References
- Samuel Addai Boateng, CARE International, Ghana, samuel.boateng@care.org, 0242-956-371
- Mercy Alemawor (Ms.), High Commission of Canada, mercy.alemawor@international.gc.ca, 0243-825-884
- Nelly Abotchie (Mrs.), Universal Merchant Bank Limited, nabotchie@yahoo.com, 0244-325-594
Hobbies and Interests
Interests include reading, sporting activities such football, taking part in social activities and watching movies.
Languages
English
First Language
French
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Administrative Officer
CARE International, Ghana
06.2020
Administrative Assistant
CARE International, Ghana
08.2015 - 06.2020
Administrative Assistant
Canada Program Support Unit
07.2014 - 07.2015
Administrative Assistant
High Commission of Canada
01.2012 - 12.2012
Personal Assistant
United Bank for Africa (UBA)
09.2007 - 08.2009
Administrative Assistant (National Service)
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
08.2005 - 07.2006
Administrative Assistant Support (Attachment)
Baws Consultancy
09.2003
Bachelor in Management Studies (Degree) -
University of Cape Coast
Higher National Diploma (HND): Secretaryship & Management Studies -
Takoradi Polytechnic
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSSCE) -
Adonten Senior Secondary School
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