Zita Ikegbunam
@zitaikegbunam
Executive Assistant with 4+ years streamlining executive operations globally.
What I'm looking for
I’m a globally oriented Executive & Virtual Assistant with 4+ years supporting high-level executives, including a Nigerian Senator, across hybrid and remote environments. I integrate technology, systems, and communication tools to optimize daily operations, improve executive performance, and ensure seamless coordination across time zones—always with discretion, structure, and proactive problem-solving.
In my current role, I manage 20+ calendar events monthly across multiple time zones, coordinate 10+ domestic and international trips annually with complete logistical accuracy, and handle 100+ confidential correspondences monthly with zero data breaches. I also support payroll and people operations for 10+ staff, act as the primary liaison with stakeholders and government officials, and keep action items moving through organized records, briefing documentation, and follow-through on executive directives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Executive Assistant
Private Office of a Nigerian Senator
May 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Provided high-level executive and administrative support to a Nigerian Senator, managing daily operations across advisory and personal office functions. Oversaw executive scheduling across time zones, travel planning, confidential correspondence, payroll coordination, and stakeholder liaison.
Administrative Officer
National Assembly (Senate House)
Sep 2023 - Jul 2024 (10 months)
Supported the Committee on Works with administrative and operational assistance during legislative and oversight activities. Managed committee records and databases and helped prepare documents and materials for hearings, inspections, and meetings.
Marketing Assistant
Zanzibar Nigeria Limited
Feb 2023 - Nov 2023 (9 months)
Designed and executed social media content to increase brand visibility and audience engagement. Produced marketing materials aligned with brand identity and supported digital brand growth using data-driven social media strategies.
Customer Service Representative
Skaldon Cleaning Construction Company
Aug 2022 - Dec 2022 (4 months)
Provided customer service by resolving customer complaints and building strong client relationships through responsive communication. Supported improved service delivery and trained staff on customer service best practices.
Project Manager
SoftTek Limited
Jan 2022 - Apr 2022 (3 months)
Coordinated project schedules, timelines, and documentation to support timely delivery. Tracked project milestones using Asana and ClickUp and collaborated with cross-functional teams to prepare reports and resolve customer issues.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The Domain Assistant
Certified Virtual Assistant, Virtual Assistance
2024 -
Completed a Certified Virtual Assistant program through The Domain Assistant in 2024.
Coursera
Project Management Certification, Project Management
2022 -
Earned a Project Management Certification via Coursera in 2022.
HubSpot Academy
HubSpot Inbound Marketing Certification, Inbound Marketing
2022 -
Completed the HubSpot Inbound Marketing certification in 2022.
University of Nigeria
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Plant Science and Biotechnology
2021 -
Completed a B.Sc. in Plant Science and Biotechnology at the University of Nigeria in 2021.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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Skills
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