Ayanda Ndawo
Administrative Assistant
76 Begonia Street, Hights, Eersterivier
Summary
Proven administrative professional with a track record of enhancing efficiency at Pep Clothing by optimizing production processes. Skilled in computer proficiency and intercultural communication, adept at managing sensitive information and streamlining office operations. Demonstrated ability to improve workflow and employee productivity, ensuring project completion with high quality.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Pep Clothing
04.2024 - Current
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
Administrator
Isimanyile Primary Co-Operative
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Computerized office activities, maintained customer communications, and tracked records through delivery.
- Collected, validated, and distributed information to employees.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative systems and procedures.
- Managed company schedule to coordinate calendar and arrange travel.
- Coordinated with human resources department to handle payroll and personnel databases.
Administrative Assistant
CasseyJ' Multi Trading
05.2011 - 03.2017
- Respond to Request for quotation (RFQ) and tender documents from clients and timorously
- Perform buying duties
- Capturing of staff salaries on Paymaster to generate salaries
- Monitor absenteeism and replacement of staff in all sites
- Recruitment of cleaning and contractual staff
- Compiling of working contacts, minute taking in all disciplinary actions.
- Assessed supplier performance regularly through scorecards and evaluations, promoting continuous improvement in service levels.
Administrative Assistant
Department of Transport and Public Works (EPWP)
04.2008 - 03.2010
- Coordinate all training needs of the programme events
- Created and maintained databases to track all registered and complaint Woman in Contraction contractor in Northern Suburbs
- Compile monthly reports and budget
- Documented messages and forwarded to correct individual.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as message-taking and appointment scheduling for increased productivity across multiple departments.
Receptionist
Masikheni Credit Corporate
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
Education
High School Diploma -
Collage SA
Bellville2021
Secretarial Studies And Office Administration
PC Training & Business Collage
Bellville2001
Skills
Communications with strong intercultural atiquette
Computer Proficiency
Minute Taking
Intercultural skills
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
IsiXhosa
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Machinist
Pep Clothing
04.2024 - Current
Administrator
Isimanyile Primary Co-Operative
02.2022 - 04.2023
Administrative Assistant
CasseyJ' Multi Trading
05.2011 - 03.2017
Administrative Assistant
Department of Transport and Public Works (EPWP)
04.2008 - 03.2010
Receptionist
Masikheni Credit Corporate
01.2006 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Collage SA
Secretarial Studies And Office Administration
PC Training & Business Collage
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