Hazel Harrison
@hazelharrison
Results-driven administrative and logistics professional with 20+ years supporting international projects and operations.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven administrative and logistics professional with over 20 years' experience supporting legal organizations, commercial property operations, and USAID-funded international development projects. I combine strong governance, risk, and regulatory knowledge with hands-on logistics and facilities management to deliver reliable operational support.
My experience spans facility management, procurement, event planning, project coordination, and executive administration across regional and international contexts. I have led property maintenance programs, managed budgets and vendor contracts, coordinated high-level events and study tours, and supported senior executives in complex, deadline-driven environments.
I am committed to operational excellence, cost-efficiency, and strong stakeholder relationships, and I bring a track record of recognition for going above and beyond, including awards for outstanding service and performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Facility Manager
Terra Caribbean
Mar 2025 - Present (10 months)
Oversee maintenance and operations of multiple commercial and residential properties, managing budgets, preventative maintenance programs, and vendor/tenant contracts to ensure cost-efficient facility performance.
Logistical and Administrative Specialist
Bixal Solutions Inc.
May 2022 - Feb 2025 (2 years 9 months)
Supported USAID ESC MELSA project by managing procurement, logistics, event planning, and project coordination across the Eastern and Southern Caribbean, including arranging study tours and high-level events.
Administrative Assistant
Resident Coordinator Office
Mar 2022 - May 2022 (2 months)
Performed administrative support for the Resident Coordinator’s Office including diary management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, transcription of minutes, and processing payments in IRIS.
Operations Manager
Connoisseur Improvement Services Inc.
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
Directed operational activities, financial management, policy implementation, vendor relationships, and staff performance initiatives to improve efficiency and profitability.
Executive Officer
Barbados Bar Association
Oct 2006 - Apr 2019 (12 years 6 months)
Managed office services, finances, events, property maintenance, and corporate secretarial duties while preparing financial reports and administering insurance and payroll systems.
Executive Personal Assistant
GH Construction
Jun 2004 - Oct 2006 (2 years 4 months)
Coordinated executive schedules and travel, managed procurement and customs clearance for imports, handled property leases and personnel records, and supported budgeting for construction projects.
Administrative Assistant
Sagicor Life Inc.
Apr 2003 - Jun 2004 (1 year 2 months)
Provided administrative support including minute transcription, wire transfers, travel arrangements, leave tracking, spreadsheet reporting, and audit assistance.
Executive Personal Secretary
Chefette Restaurants Limited
Apr 1998 - Mar 2003 (4 years 11 months)
Managed executive correspondence, insurance administration, licensing, minute taking, lease management, and documentation for company vehicles and compliance matters.
Office Manager
Barbados Bar Association
Sep 1994 - Apr 1998 (3 years 7 months)
Administered health plan, processed premiums and payroll-related accounts, and supported meeting minute transcription and event planning for the Association.
Legal Secretary
Juris Law Chambers
Feb 1990 - Sep 1994 (4 years 7 months)
Prepared legal correspondence and documents, maintained filing systems, managed appointments, and processed collections and legal fees for the firm.
Air Traffic Controller
Ministry of International Transport
Sep 1985 - Feb 1990 (4 years 5 months)
Performed ground control and aerodrome functions, prepared operational statistics, assisted pilots with flight plans, and ensured safe, efficient air traffic flow.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Edinburgh (online)
Master of Business Administration, Events Management
2022 -
Commenced a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Events Management (online).
University of California, Irvine Division of Continuing Education
Continuing Education Certificate, Project Management
2023 - 2023
Completed continuing education courses in initiating and planning projects, managing project risks and changes, and budgeting and scheduling projects.
University of the West Indies Open Campus
Certificate, Event Planning
2019 - 2019
Completed a certificate program in event planning.
Barbados Institute of Management and Productivity
Professional Development Courses, Management and Business
2009 - 2009
Completed courses in database management, bookkeeping and accounts, management, economics, and quantitative managerial decision making.
Canadian Institute of Certified Administrative Management
Certified Administrative Manager, Administrative Management
2003 - 2003
Awarded Certified Administrative Manager credential after completing coursework in management accounting, business communications, business management, economics, IT, organizational behaviour, and business law.
Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic
Diploma / Certificate, Secretarial Studies
1985 - 1985
Completed courses in typewriting (intermediate and advanced), Pitman's script, secretarial studies, commerce, and business English.
Foundation Secondary School
Secondary School Qualifications, Secondary Education
1983 - 1983
Completed secondary-level studies including English literature, English language, typewriting, Spanish, and mathematics.
Availability
Location
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Website
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