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Certification
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Lebohang Kuali

Personal Assistant / Administrative Professional/ Project Coordinator
Pretoria

Summary

A highly organized, analytical, resourceful , passionate, proactive and ethical Personal assistant with over 20 years of experience in executive support, administration, and project-coordination across high-impact government departments. Driven by precision, professionalism and strategic execution of business and project plans. Seeking a dynamic role in an organization that values, efficiency, confidentiality and excellence and offers space for continuous professional growth

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Personal Assistant & Project Coordinator

Department of Trade, Industry& Competiton
08.2019 - Current
  • Strategic Project coordination and execution
  • Preparation of presentations and reports
  • High-level event planning and management
  • Budget contribution, monitoring, and business administration.
  • Maintaining confidentiality, handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
  • Diligently monitor emails, and respond to time-sensitive requests.
  • Secretariat and logistical support across directorates.
  • Active team player in brainstorming sessions for the purpose of generating innovative ideas and solutions for existing and future projects.
  • Health and Safety oversight and records management

Personal Assistant to COO

Exports Branch, Department of Trade and Industry
01.2008 - 08.2019
  • Divisional business plan coordination, and policy adherence.
  • Executive communication management.
  • Secretariat for Appraisal Moderation and Performance Committees.
  • Stakeholder engagement and event coordination

Personal Assistant to Chief Director

Office of Company & Intellectual Property Enforcement
01.2007 - 12.2008
  • Diary and travel management (domestic/international).
  • Budget processing, petty cash, claims, and procurement.
  • Finance coordination and document control.
  • Executive Committee (Exco) Secretariat.


Team Assistant

Export Development & Promotion (Department of Trade, Industry & Competition)
12.2004 - 12.2006
  • Facilitated successful meetings by preparing agendas, recording minutes, and following up on action items.
  • Provided exceptional administrative support to senior leaders, enabling them to focus on strategic decisions.
  • Developed strong professional relationships with clients through timely correspondence and excellent customer service skills.
  • Improved office efficiency with the implementation of digital filing systems and document templates.


  • Coordinated complex calendar management for executives, ensuring optimal time allocation for critical tasks.
  • Enhanced team productivity with effective organization of files and documents for easy access.
  • Supported project completion by coordinating tasks, resources, and deadlines among team members.
  • Spearheaded new employee onboarding processes, fostering a welcoming environment for all new team members.
  • Facilitated Project and Meeting logistics and followed up on all decisions taken

Administrative Assistant

Trade and Investment South Africa
06.2003 - 06.2004
  • General reception and secretarial duties
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Customer service support and stakeholder coordination.
  • Data capturing and record maintenance.
  • Evaluation of documents, applications, and claims.

Education

BBA - Business Administration (NQF Level 7)

MANCOSA University
South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Strategic Planning & Coordination
  • Diary & Document Management
  • Minute Taking & Report Writing
  • Client relations and stakeholder relations
  • Event Management
  • Professional Communication
  • Logistics & Travel Planning
  • Excellent Customer service
  • Professional communication

Multilingual: English, IsiXhosa, Sesotho, Isizulu

Certification

Advanced Project Management

References

Mr Joseph Senona

Chief Director : Department of Trade, Industry & Competition

Mobile : 082 537 7126

Timeline

Personal Assistant & Project Coordinator

Department of Trade, Industry& Competiton
08.2019 - Current

Personal Assistant to COO

Exports Branch, Department of Trade and Industry
01.2008 - 08.2019

Personal Assistant to Chief Director

Office of Company & Intellectual Property Enforcement
01.2007 - 12.2008

Team Assistant

Export Development & Promotion (Department of Trade, Industry & Competition)
12.2004 - 12.2006

Administrative Assistant

Trade and Investment South Africa
06.2003 - 06.2004

BBA - Business Administration (NQF Level 7)

MANCOSA University
04.2001 -

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