caroline kinyua
@carolinekinyua
Senior Executive Assistant specializing in hybrid operations, executive support, and process-driven efficiency.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented Senior Executive Assistant with over 8 years of experience supporting CEOs and executive teams across virtual and hybrid environments. I excel in calendar and inbox management, meeting coordination, vendor relations, and financial tracking, consistently keeping executives focused on strategic priorities.
My background includes building operational workflows and dashboards in Google Sheets, setting up and managing tools like Asana, Notion, Slack, and Gusto, and leveraging AI tools such as ChatGPT to streamline communications and administrative tasks. I have a proven record in recruitment support, onboarding logistics, and confidential correspondence handling.
I bring proactive problem-solving, strong written communication, and high discretion to every role, delivering reliable executive support that improves efficiency and ensures timely execution of projects and priorities.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Executive Assistant
Sawari Hospitality Solutions
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Provides hybrid administrative and operational support to executives, managing calendars, travel, vendor relations, and reporting dashboards to improve efficiency and ensure timely project delivery.
Managed executive inboxes and calendars across time zones, coordinated travel and meetings, maintained operational trackers, and used AI tools to streamline correspondence and meeting summaries.
Executive Assistant to CEO
Global Development Solutions
Mar 2017 - Dec 2020 (3 years 9 months)
Provided direct support to the CEO including calendar and inbox management, vendor invoicing and expense tracking, recruitment assistance, and preparation of reports and meeting materials to keep projects on schedule.
Assistant Administrator
HIFIN Technosys
Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 (2 years)
Supported senior management with scheduling, travel logistics, procurement coordination, and financial record keeping to maintain operational continuity and accurate reporting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
LinkedIn Learning
Executive Assistant Certificate, Executive Assistance
2024 - 2024
Completed an Executive Assistant Certificate program focused on advanced executive support, calendar management, and professional correspondence.
Asana Academy
Asana Project Management, Project Management
2024 - 2024
Completed Asana Project Management training focused on task management, workflows, and team collaboration using Asana.
Alison
Certificate in Office Administration, Office Administration
Completed a Certificate in Office Administration focused on foundational administrative skills and office procedures.
Google Skillshop
Google Workspace Productivity, Productivity Tools
2024 - 2024
Completed Google Workspace Productivity training to enhance proficiency in Google Workspace tools for workplace collaboration.
Nairobi Institute of Business Studies
Diploma in Business Administration, Business Administration
Completed a Diploma in Business Administration covering core business operations, administration, and management principles.
Udemy
AI Tools for Productivity, AI for Productivity
2024 - 2024
Completed AI Tools for Productivity coursework focusing on using ChatGPT and Notion AI to improve productivity and administrative workflows.
Alison
Bookkeeping & Financial Administration, Bookkeeping & Financial Administration
2023 - 2023
Completed Bookkeeping & Financial Administration training covering basic bookkeeping and financial administration practices.
Coursera
Professional Communication & Business Writing, Professional Communication
2023 - 2023
Completed Professional Communication & Business Writing coursework improving business writing, reporting, and professional communication skills.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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