Shamika Shabnam

Administrative Assistant and Researcher

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Toronto, OntarioMember since July 31, 2023

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About

I am a keen learner who is passionate about building meaningful relationships and enhancing my professional growth and development. I am a self-reflective, strategic, and analytical thinker who is all about prioritizing the needs and goals of clients with different perspectives. As a professional, I am committed to creating an interactive, positive, and respectful space for my clients.

I take particular care in investing in my clients, providing individual as well as collaborative feedback, and curating specific strategies to set them up for long-term success

Experience

Administrative Assistant 2017 - 2020

Congress – Federation for the Humanities, Canada

Exhibited strong frontline administrative competencies through scheduling and confirming appointments for the association’s Directors, preparing meeting minutes, and drafting meeting agendas
Displayed financial literacy by tracking event expense receipts, calculating expenses, engaging in compilation of data, and coherently arranging inventories and purchase orders for clients
Organized and maintained manual and computerized filing system of administrative reports, financial expenses, and relevant client information
Leveraged technology by informing and implementing change to the association’s website and social media pages, enhancing its topicality, utility, and resources density
Successfully conducted room-bookings, ordered catering for events, and proactively followed up with colleagues both in person and on MS Teams to ensure streamlined operation of events
Took initiative in organizing the training and supervision of new recruits, producing a supportive and welcoming environment
Showcased care and respect when communicating with clients and demonstrated a client-focused approach