helen ekanem
@helenekanem
I support research and operations teams through scheduling, records management, data entry, and client communication.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
At the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research, I coordinate communication across research teams and stakeholders, schedule meetings and appointments, and maintain accurate confidential records. I also manage high-volume data entry, verification, reporting, document preparation, and digital file organisation.
In administrative support at Jeans Complex & More, I created Excel trackers, managed client emails and follow-ups, scheduled meetings, confirmed appointments and orders, and handled client requests. I bring certified virtual assistant training and practical proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and remote administrative support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Administrative Support
Jeans Complex & More
Jan 2025 - Jan 2026 (1 year)
Provided administrative support, used Excel to create trackers, scheduled meetings, managed emails and client follow-ups, confirmed appointments, handled calls and client requests, and confirmed orders.
Research Assistant
Nigerian Institute of Medical Research
Jan 2022 - Jan 2026 (4 years)
Coordinated communication among research teams and stakeholders, supported scheduling and administrative tasks, maintained electronic records, performed data entry and verification, and prepared and proofread documents.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Become A VA
Certified Virtual Assistant, Virtual Assistance
Certified Virtual Assistant training program completed in 2026.
University of Uyo
Bachelor of Arts, English
2019 - 2025
Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Uyo, completed in 2025.
Odoro Ikono Secondary School, Mbiabong Ikot Udofia
Senior Secondary School Certificate, General Studies
Senior Secondary School Certificate from NECO, obtained in 2018.
Methodist College, Edem Idim Ibakesi
Senior Secondary School Certificate, General Studies
Senior Secondary School Certificate from WAEC, obtained in 2017.
Government School, Mbiabong Etim
Primary Education, Primary Education
2003 - 2009
Primary education from Government School, Mbiabong Etim, from 2003 to 2009.
Centre for Bioethics and Research (CBR), Nigeria
CITI Program, Bioethics and Research
CITI Program certification from the Centre for Bioethics and Research.
Cisco Networking Academy
Introduction to Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity
Introduction to Cybersecurity certification from Cisco Networking Academy.
Digital Skillup Africa (DSA): The Incubator Hub
Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity certification from Digital Skillup Africa.
Forage
Cybersecurity Virtual Experience Program, Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Virtual Experience Program certification from Forage.
DevTown
Network Ninja's Firewall Defense Hack Bootcamp, Cybersecurity
Network Ninja's Firewall Defense Hack Bootcamp certification from DevTown.
Moba Cybersafety Academy
Bootcamp in Git and GitHub, Git and GitHub
Bootcamp in Git and GitHub certification from Moba Cybersafety Academy.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
NigeriaAuthorized to work in
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