Joshua Poliah
@joshuapoliah
Organized office administration candidate delivering remote-ready operational and customer support.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Business Administration student who’s highly motivated and organised, with practical experience in administrative support, customer communication, scheduling coordination, and operational assistance in a fast-paced retail environment. I bring a professional, efficient approach that keeps work accurate and on track.
In my current part-time role, I provide administrative and operational support by handling data entry and records management, preparing and formatting documents, coordinating calendars and scheduling, and managing task tracking and follow-ups. I’m comfortable communicating by email in a professional manner, maintaining service logs and operational documentation, and supporting inventory tracking with attention to detail.
I’m proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, and I work confidently across Google Workspace tools like Docs, Sheets, Drive, and Gmail. I also use Canva for basic content creation and stay productive with AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok). I’m seeking an entry-level Office Administration or Remote Operations role supporting business processes in a structured, remote environment.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Administrative & Operations Assistant
Paint & Tool Retail Business (Family Business)
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 7 months)
Provided administrative and operational support in a fast-paced retail environment. Coordinated scheduling and task workflow, managed professional email communication, and maintained accurate records and operational documentation.
Data Entry & Records
Paint & Tool Retail Business (Family Business)
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 7 months)
Handled data entry and records management, maintaining service logs and operational documentation with accuracy. Supported inventory tracking and general administrative filing and follow-ups.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MANCOSA
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration
Currently studying a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) to build foundational business and administration skills for entry-level office administration or remote operations roles.
Durban High School
National Senior Certificate (Matric), General Studies
Grade: Bachelor's Pass; 4 Distinctions
Completed the National Senior Certificate (Matric) at Durban High School, earning a Bachelor's Pass with 4 distinctions.
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Software and tools used professionally
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