Kutlo Orufheng
@kutloorufheng
Experienced Executive Assistant with a focus on optimizing productivity.
What I'm looking for
I am an ambitious professional with over 10 years of experience in administration and front office roles. My journey has equipped me with a robust skill set, particularly as an Executive Assistant, where I have successfully supported C-suite executives for over 4 years. I excel in optimizing executive productivity, managing complex calendars, and preparing high-level documents, all while maintaining the utmost discretion and professionalism.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to manage busy reception areas, coordinate travel and meetings, and handle confidential communications effectively. My experience spans various sectors, including education and corporate environments, where I have consistently delivered quality service and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders. I am dedicated to enhancing organizational efficiency and ensuring seamless operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Admissions Officer
Gaborone International School
Aug 2022 - Present (3 years)
Managed the school's main reception area, serving as the primary contact for parents, teachers, and students. Coordinated meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements, while also assisting with the admissions process and maintaining accurate learner records on the STASY system.
Administration Officer / Executive Assistant to Directors
Messidor Investments
Nov 2021 - May 2022 (6 months)
Managed the front desk and switchboard, screening calls and handling inquiries for management. Prepared new leases and lease renewals, organized company events, and carried out general administrative duties including systematic filing and record keeping for Executive Directors.
Receptionist/Administration Assistant /Executive Assistant to School Principal
John Mackenzie Primary School
Nov 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 3 months)
Managed the front desk and the Principal's diaries, handling switchboard operations and directing visitors. Coordinated educational trips and school events, including budgeting and supplier management, while also assisting with HR tasks like shortlisting and interview scribing.
Receptionist/Admin Assistant
Ernst and Young (EY) Botswana
Feb 2015 - Oct 2018 (3 years 8 months)
Managed the front desk, switchboard, and Partner's diaries, handling client inquiries and mail. Coordinated travel arrangements, managed meeting rooms, and organized company events, including budgeting and reconciliation.
Private Sector Peer Educator
Botswana Business Coalition on AIDS
Feb 2014 - Aug 2014 (6 months)
Encouraged private sector workers to undergo voluntary HIV testing and counselling. Educated workers on the importance of HIV testing, safe male circumcision, and the multiple concurrent partnership campaign.
Customer Service Representative
Standard Chartered Bank
Nov 2012 - Jan 2013 (2 months)
Assisted customers with form filling, attended to queries, and cross-sold bank products. Processed daily counter transactions including deposits, withdrawals, remittances, and currency exchange, while also performing general reconciliation and control activities.
Teller
Standard Chartered Bank
Oct 2011 - Nov 2012 (1 year 1 month)
Processed all daily counter transactions for various accounts, including cash, cheques, and inter-account transfers. Performed general reconciliation and control activities, and gathered statistics for Central Bank returns on foreign exchange transactions.
Customer Due Diligence/AML Officer
Standard Chartered Bank
Mar 2011 - Sep 2011 (6 months)
Reviewed and updated customer information in the database according to Customer Due Diligence (CDD) requirements. Notified customers of all undertaken updates, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
SME Sales Executive
Standard Chartered Bank
May 2010 - Nov 2010 (6 months)
Marketed the bank's services and products to SMEs in and around Francistown. Maintained relationships with existing SME accounts and assisted customers with account opening documents and processes.
Travel Consultant
Adventure Safaris
Jun 2009 - Aug 2009 (2 months)
Prepared holiday and travel packages for clients, attending to walk-in clients and answering telephone lines daily. Handled banking and daily reconciliation of books, ensuring accurate financial records.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Francistown College of Vocational and Technical Education
Certificate, Travel and Tourism
Completed a Certificate in Travel and Tourism, gaining foundational knowledge in the industry. This program equipped me with skills to prepare holiday and travel packages for clients.
Gaborone International School
Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education, General Education
Achieved the Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education. This qualification provided a strong academic foundation across various subjects.
Usher Girls High School
Zimbabwe Secondary School Certificate, General Education
Obtained the Zimbabwe Secondary School Certificate, demonstrating proficiency in a range of academic disciplines. This certificate marked the completion of secondary education.
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