Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Hobbies and Interests
Custom Section
Certification
Hobbies and interests
References
Accomplishments
Education
Social networks
Timeline
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Leah Williams

Leah Williams

Potchefstroom

Summary

Dedicated administrative professional with over 10 years of experience in higher education and healthcare. Excellent organisational and communication skills ensure efficient support in busy environments. Known for meeting deadlines and maintaining professionalism while managing multiple tasks. Proactive professional with a solid foundation in customer relationship management and team collaboration. Facilitated effective communication across departments, enhancing inquiry responses and referrals. Demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, fostering a supportive work environment.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Snr Admin Assistant

North West University
Potchefstroom
09.2016 - Current
  • Oversaw counter inquiry support, enhancing customer interaction experiences.
    Directed the consumption of application forms and allocation of student numbers to streamline processes.
    Supervised the filing, sorting, and distribution of incoming mail for optimal organisation.
    Managed arrangements for the infrastructure counter, ensuring availability of supplies and information leaflets.
    Developed strong liaison services across departments to improve inquiry responses and referrals.
    Implemented systematic approaches and fostered effective communication across levels.
    Exercised sound judgement and organisational skills in task management.
    Coordinated the dispatch of information pieces with relevant correspondence upon receipt of inquiries.
  • Handled incoming calls and emails, providing prompt responses or directing queries to appropriate departments.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer information, direct callers and take messages.
  • Handled photocopying documents, updating files and faxing communications for staff.
  • Maintained comprehensive filing systems, both digital and paper-based, for easy retrieval of documents.
  • Responded to incoming requests for information or forwarded to appropriate individual.
  • Managed confidential information with discretion, upholding data protection standards.
  • Supported office operations by taking on ad-hoc clerical duties.
  • Received, routed and distributed incoming mail and parcels.
  • Secured data by following confidentiality procedures.

Admin Assistant/ Secretary North West University

North West University
Potchefstroom
01.2011 - 01.2015

1. Supported counter inquiries by providing accurate information and assisting students with applications.
2. Managed filing and distribution of incoming mail to ensure efficient communication within departments.
3. Coordinated seminar logistics, including venue arrangement, catering, and equipment readiness.
4. Processed exam papers and managed administrative tasks on the eFundi course site to support academic operations.
5. Assisted in the admissions process by registering patients and verifying medical aid authorisations.

Human Resource Clerk

Medi-Clinic
Potchefstroom
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • • Monthly Statics are prepared for HR
    • Pension fund, Provident fund and medical aid inputs are accurate, correct and reconciled
    • Garnishees and maintenance are administered correctly according to legislation
    • Pay slips are distributed to all employees. Pay run inputs processing
    • Inputs on CRS are processed according to Medi-Clinic policy. Leave recons
    • Leave reports correlate with time and attendance system

    January 2004 - January 2009
    Admissions Administrator Mediclinic
    January 2002 - January 2004
    Ward Assistant Mediclinic
    • Leave control sheets are distributed to Head of Departments
    • Leave reconciliation/audit is done according to set procedure
    • Filing system is up to date and accurate

Ward Assistant

Medi-Clinic
Potchefstroom
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • • Caring and supportive attitude
    • Health and safety standards are maintained
    • Respect for the rights of others
    • Infection Control Policy is complied with
    • Medical waste is handled according to policy
    • Good communication Skills
    • Able to work as part of a team
    • Able to follow instructions
    • Observation of patient' wellnesses
    Competencies/ skills - Able to work under pressure in groups or
    individually.

Education

NVQ Level 4 - Advanced Project Management

North West University
Potchefstroom, NW
01-2025

Bachelor of Honours - Public Governance

NORTH WEST UNIVERSITY
Potchefstroom, NW
01-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Public Governance

NORTH WEST UNIVERSITY
Potchefstroom, NW
01-2021

NVQ Level 4 - Applied Labour Relations

North West University
Potchefstroom, NW
01-2014

Skills

- Attention to Detail
- Customer Relationship Management
- Team Collaboration
- Scheduling and Planning
- Problem Solving
- Data Analysis
- Event Coordination
- Research Skills

Languages

English (Fluent)
Afrikaans (Fluent)

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • History
  • Culinary Art

Custom Section

  • EFundi System Training (NWU)
  • Administrative Process Manual Workshops
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Level)
  • Word

Certification

  • Licence

Hobbies and interests

  • Reading
  • Writing

References

Available on request

Accomplishments

  • Recognised by management for meeting deadlines projects delivering outstanding work.
  • Enhanced administrative processes, implementing across department for increased productivity and profits.
  • Advanced from Admin Assistant to Snr Admin Assistant quickly as result of hardwork and commitment.

Education

Post Grad Qualification

Social networks

www.linkedin.com/in/leah-williams-9163aa22b

Timeline

Snr Admin Assistant

North West University
09.2016 - Current

Admin Assistant/ Secretary North West University

North West University
01.2011 - 01.2015

Human Resource Clerk

Medi-Clinic
01.2009 - 01.2011

Ward Assistant

Medi-Clinic
01.2002 - 01.2004

NVQ Level 4 - Advanced Project Management

North West University

Bachelor of Honours - Public Governance

NORTH WEST UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts - Public Governance

NORTH WEST UNIVERSITY

NVQ Level 4 - Applied Labour Relations

North West University
Leah Williams