Rita Wakim

Over a decade of experience in administrative support, project coordination, and client relationship management. Solid experience in managing complex schedules, organizing meetings, and coordinating activities. Excellent command of office tools and management software (Oracle, Field Glass, Concur, Outlook).

Trilingual: French, English, and Arabic. Organized, rigorous, versatile, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Communicative, empathetic, and possessing an excellent sense of customer service. Team-oriented, responsible, and highly adaptable.

Administrative Assistant - Groupe Technologies Desjardins - Québec

(2025-01)

• Coordinate the logistics and documentation of internal projects while ensuring deadlines are met
• Plan and organize meetings and internal events including room bookings and participant coordination
• Manage resource movements and support the onboarding of new resources
• Manage the team's schedule and calendars and update internal tools
• Prepare purchase requests and corporate card allocation via Oracle and Field Glass

Communications Advisor - Bureau du secrétaire général de la Ligue Arabe - Égypte

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

• Write press releases and manage content on social platforms
• Prepare interviews with state representatives and coordinate with Egyptian media

Communications Advisor - Service d'information de l'État (SIS) - Égypte

(2020-01 - 2022-12)

• Prepare and conduct interviews with officials from public and private entities
• Produce reports for Sky News Arabia and coordinate with Lebanese media

Public Relations Specialist - UpNDownBeirut - Liban

(2019-01 - 2022-12)

• Manage event logistics and solicit partners and sponsors
• Plan more than 10 national conferences with the participation of ministers and elected officials

Communications Advisor - Association des Propriétaires de Garderies professionnelles - Liban

(2014-01 - 2019-12)

• Develop the annual calendar and coordinate major events in support of the President and the Board of Directors
• Recruit new members and handle complaints with care and foresight

Volunteer – Administrative Support and Reception - Adrianna Espace Collectif - Québec

(2023-01)

• Welcome beneficiaries, coordinate meetings, and support the team with administrative tasks

Bachelor's Degree in Communications and Journalism - Communication and Public Relations - Université Libanaise, Faculté d'Information et de Documentation