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
Data Entry & Records
Paint & Tool Retail Business (Family Business)
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 6 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.
Administrative & Operations Assistant
Paint & Tool Retail Business (Family Business)
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 6 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.
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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