Celestinah Orungbemi-Akanbi
Executive Assistant
Abuja, FCT
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Executive Assistant with over five years of experience in executive support, project management, and administrative leadership. Adept at managing complex schedules, coordinating high-level meetings, and streamlining operational processes to enhance organizational efficiency. Strong background in grant writing, budgeting, and stakeholder management. Recognized for excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills that contribute to business success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4040
4040
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Executive Assistant
Moonboots Labs
04.2023 - Current
- Managed information flow, reducing communication delays by 30%
- Optimized executives’ schedules, improving meeting efficiency by 40%
- Implemented a task tracking system that reduced missed deadlines by 25%
- Acted as a liaison between executives, employees, and external partners, increasing response times by 20%
Executive Secretary, Advisory Board
African Centre for Innovation and Leadership Development (ACILD)
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained executives' schedules and facilitated meetings
- Provided high-level administrative support to the advisory board
- Coordinated communication between executives and stakeholders
- Organized and documented key discussions and strategic plans
Program Administrator
African Centre for Innovation and Leadership Development (ACILD)
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Led strategic operations, successfully managing projects worth over $50,000
- Secured over $150,000 in funding through successful grant proposals and sponsorship requests
- Negotiated vendor contracts, reducing operational costs by 18%
- Researched funding opportunities and maintained a robust grant database
- Coordinated project planning and implementation
- Drafted research articles and website content
- Managed grants, budgets, and administrative functions
Assistant Administration Officer
African Centre for Innovation and Leadership Development (ACILD)
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Managed day-to-day administrative tasks
- Prepared sponsorship letters, project proposals, and grant applications
- Coordinated meetings and managed staff schedules and financial records
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - International Development
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, KadunaBachelor of Science (B.S.) - Agricultural Economics
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, OyoSkills
Executive support
Administrative support
Report writing
Information confidentiality
Executive administration and calendar management
Effective communication and coordination
Grant writing and funding research
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient in Google workspace
Excel and Tableau Data insights
Certification
Data Analysis using Excel and Tableau - EntryLevel.net
Achievements Metrics
- Negotiated vendor contracts, achieving a 15% cost reduction annually.
- Successfully managed projects with budgets exceeding $45,000.
- Streamlined scheduling processes, increasing operational efficiency by 20%.
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Timeline
Executive Assistant
Moonboots Labs
04.2023 - Current
Executive Secretary, Advisory Board
African Centre for Innovation and Leadership Development (ACILD)
10.2021 - 02.2023
Program Administrator
African Centre for Innovation and Leadership Development (ACILD)
05.2018 - 10.2021
Assistant Administration Officer
African Centre for Innovation and Leadership Development (ACILD)
05.2017 - 04.2018
Master of Arts (M.A.) - International Development
Ahmadu Bello University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Agricultural Economics
University of Ibadan