Augustina Boakye
@augustinaboakye
Goal-oriented manager with strong leadership and analytical skills.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished General Services Manager with extensive experience in managing gated community developments and coordinating various stakeholders. My role at Oropa Estates Ltd has honed my skills in property management, marketing, and customer care, allowing me to effectively lead teams and ensure high-quality service delivery.
With a background in education and finance, I have developed a strong analytical mindset that aids in budget preparation and financial reporting. My academic journey, culminating in a Master of Science in Economics, has equipped me with the knowledge to tackle complex economic issues and contribute to sustainable development initiatives.
I am passionate about fostering teamwork and adaptability in the workplace, and I thrive in environments that challenge me to learn and grow. I am eager to leverage my skills and experiences in a dynamic organization that values innovation and collaboration.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
General Services Manager / Estate Manager
Oropa Estates Ltd – A Division of Consar Ltd
Mar 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)
Managed a 23-villa gated community and a 7-villa gated community, overseeing coordination of trades, sales, and property lettings. Handled marketing, government liaison, customer care, supplier management, and property maintenance.
Course Tutor
University of Cape Coast Centre for Distance Education
Nov 2019 - Dec 2023 (4 years 1 month)
Facilitated courses within the Business Department for distance education students. Responsible for grading tests and providing academic support.
Finance Officer and a Teacher
Blue Cliff Academy
May 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 6 months)
Created periodic reports comparing budgeted costs to actual costs and reported monthly expense variances. Assisted management with annual expense plan finalization and suggested budgetary changes to increase company profits.
Library Assistant
Volkswirschaft Seminar, Albert-Ludwigs University
Nov 2016 - Apr 2017 (5 months)
Provided support as a Library Assistant, assisting students and faculty with research and resource access. Maintained library organization and managed circulation.
Teacher
St. Emmanuel Preparatory School
Sep 2013 - Jun 2014 (9 months)
Prepared lesson plans, assigned homework, and documented student progress. Communicated with parents about student performance and instilled healthy habits and discipline.
National Service Teacher
Agyemang Badu Junior High School
Sep 2012 - Aug 2013 (11 months)
Prepared lesson plans, assigned homework, and documented student progress. Communicated with parents about student performance and instilled healthy habits and discipline.
Teacher
St. Emmanuel Preparatory School
Aug 2007 - Aug 2008 (1 year)
Taught and cared for children in Kindergarten, fostering their physical, social, and intellectual growth. Designed educational activities to promote independent problem-solving.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Step up Business School
Project Management Professional training, Project Management
Currently undertaking Project Management Professional training to enhance skills in project coordination and strategic planning. This course focuses on advanced project management methodologies and best practices.
University of Aberdeen
Course, Sustainable Development
Explored progress made towards sustainable development in sub-Saharan Africa. This course provided insights into the challenges and opportunities for sustainable growth in the region.
University of Freiburg
Master of Science, Economics
Activities and societies: Participated in Bundesbank Seminar: Current Issues in Finance and Monetary Economics. Course work included Financial Markets and Institutions, Advanced Mathematics for Economics and Finance, and Dynamic Macroeconomics.
Majored in Economics and Politics, with a thesis on 'The Effect of Personality Traits on Labor Market Outcomes.' Participated in a semester-long seminar and gained practical experience in Development Microeconometrics using STATA.
University for Development Studies
Bachelor of Arts, Integrated Development Studies
Grade: Second Class Honors (Upper Division)
Activities and societies: Conducted field research on demographic characteristics and the effects of modern farming techniques on farmers' revenue. Completed a final year project on the effects of transportation cost on maize production.
Majored in Economics and Entrepreneurship, graduating with Second Class Honors (Upper Division). Coursework covered essential financial accounting, money and banking, and principles of auditing.
Deutsche Angestellten-Akademie GmbH
German course, German Language
Completed an Occupational Language Support German course. This program focused on enhancing German language proficiency for professional contexts.
Volkshochschule
German course, German Language
Participated in a German language course to improve communication skills. The course focused on general German proficiency.
Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe e.V.
Care Assistant Course, Care Assistance
Activities and societies: Practicum in Loretto hospital in Freiburg.
Completed coursework and a practicum in Loretto hospital in Freiburg. This course provided practical experience and theoretical knowledge in care assistance.
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