Julia Lindiwe Lissenga
Benoni, Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic Administrative Officer with proven expertise at Decor Imports Distribution Pty Ltd in enhancing office productivity and streamlining operations. Administrative professional with proven track record in managing office environments and facilitating efficient operations. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs, ensuring reliable support across various functions. Displays excellent organizational and communication skills, contributing to seamless office management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Officer
Decor Imports Distribution Pty Ltd
12.2021 - Current
- Assisted in managing office supplies and inventory to ensure operational efficiency.
- Supported scheduling and coordination of meetings to optimize time management.
- Organized filing systems, enhancing document retrieval and storage processes.
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for team meetings.
- Provided administrative support by responding to inquiries and maintaining communication channels.
- Facilitated onboarding process for new employees, enhancing integration into the team.
- Maintained accurate records of office activities and transactions to support data integrity.
- Maintained accurate records, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and financial reports.
- Managed files and records for clients and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Enhanced overall office productivity through effective staff management and coordination of daily tasks.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
- Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
Library Assistant
University Of The Witwatersrand (William Cullen Library)
04.2017 - 11.2019
- Assisted students in locating library resources and utilizing information tools effectively.
- Answered phone and in-person inquiries about library services, policies and procedures to provide accurate information.
- Processed library materials, ensuring accurate cataloging and organization within the system.
- Supported library programs by coordinating events and facilitating student engagement initiatives.
- Managed circulation desk operations, providing timely assistance to students during peak hours.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill student requests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Phelindaba Secondary School
PretoriaHigher Certificate - Public Administration
University of South Africa
Pretoria12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Law And African Literature
University of The Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
Johannesburg03-2020
Skills
- Office management
- Personnel management
- Office administration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Customer and client relations
- Verbal communication
- Filing
- Invoice processing
- Professional communication
- Writing reports
- Purchase orders organization
Certification
- YALI Regional Leadership Centre - 2020
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Portuguese
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Administrative Officer
Decor Imports Distribution Pty Ltd
12.2021 - Current
Library Assistant
University Of The Witwatersrand (William Cullen Library)
04.2017 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Phelindaba Secondary School
Higher Certificate - Public Administration
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Arts - Law And African Literature
University of The Witwatersrand, Johannesburg