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Victory Kalu

@victorykalu

Proactive Personal Assistant skilled in executive support, calendar management, and virtual assistant systems.

Nigeria
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role providing executive-level administrative support in a collaborative, professional environment where I can streamline workflows, manage schedules, and grow responsibilities.

I am a detail-oriented Personal Assistant and certified Virtual Assistant with hands-on experience in executive support, calendar management, inbox organization, and meeting coordination. I hold a BA (Second Class Upper) in Mass Communication from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and completed the Aspire Leaders Programme at Harvard's Aspire Institute.

I have supported private clients and editorial teams, managing calendars, correspondence, digital filing systems, and meeting logistics to improve workflow efficiency and reduce scheduling conflicts. I have drafted and edited news articles, press releases, and feature stories while meeting tight publication deadlines.

As a virtual assistant trainee, I built structured task and project management systems using Notion and Trello, managed simulated executive inboxes, coordinated cross-time-zone meetings, and prepared concise executive summaries. I co-managed community training programmes and coordinated facilitator schedules for events serving 200+ students.

I bring strong written communication, discretion, and a calm, solutions-focused approach to supporting senior professionals. I leverage Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Trello, Notion, Slack, and Zoom to streamline administrative operations and deliver reliable, confidential support.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

LF

Radio Show Host

Lion FM

Apr 2024 - Jul 2024 (3 months)

Researched and developed engaging broadcast content, hosted live campus radio shows, and collaborated with editors and experts to ensure accurate and brand-aligned programming.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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University of Nigeria

Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication

2021 -

Activities and societies: Built multiple web projects (React product app, personal profile site, todo app, web calculator) practicing JavaScript, DOM manipulation, responsive design, and deployment.

Pursuing a BA in Mass Communication at the University of Nigeria from 2021 to 2025, focusing on communication theory while building software engineering skills through practical JavaScript projects.

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MicroTech Bootcamp

Frontend Development

2026 - 2026

Microtech Africa — 6-week intensive frontend program.

Learned practical frontend skills through a structured, beginner-friendly program that breaks complex concepts into simple, actionable steps, building confidence and hands-on experience in web development.

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TechyJaunt Bootcamp

Frontend Development

2025 - 2026

Activities and societies: 1. Built responsive web pages and interactive UI components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. 2. Completed hands-on mini-projects that applied core frontend concepts in real-world scenarios. 3. Practiced problem-solving through coding challenges and debugging exercises. 4. Collaborated on guided exercises simulating real-world development workflows.

Undertook a comprehensive program focused on practical frontend development skills. The course emphasized hands-on projects and structured lessons that simplified complex concepts, making it easy to grasp and implement them. Developed skills in responsive design, user interface creation, and modern web development practices, building both knowledge and confidence to tackle real-world frontend challenges.

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Aspire Institute, Harvard University

Certificate, Leadership Development

2025 - 2025

Completed the Aspire Leaders Programme delivering leadership development and executive readiness content via Harvard University's Aspire Institute (remote).

BC

Beam Africa Consulting

Certificate, Professional Development

2025 - 2025

Completed an Occupational Soft Skills Programme focused on workplace communication and professional competencies.

University of Nigeria, Nsukka logoUN

University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication and Media Studies

2021 - 2025

Grade: Second Class Upper

Activities and societies: Campus radio show host, copy editing and student media involvement

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and Media Studies with Second Class Upper honors, focusing on journalism, media production, and communication theory.

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ALX Africa

Certificate, Virtual Assistance

2024 - 2024

Completed a Virtual Assistant training programme covering inbox management, scheduling, and remote executive support tools.

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New Horizons

Certificate, Networking

2022 - 2022

Completed a Networking (N+) IT programme covering core networking concepts and infrastructure fundamentals.

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