Gilbert Villena
Coordinator/Administrator/ Store Supervisor
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Employee of the year Awardee (Year 2000)
Given by the Provincial Government of Zambales, Philippines and the Civil Service Commission.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator
Local Government Unit
10.1995 - 03.2017
- Led the formulation of Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Local Development Prograns.
- Coordinated with local officials to ensure effective resource mobilization strategies.
- Defined and integrated roles, responsibilities, and processes for business sector and data management organization.
- Managed and supervised government projects for timely and efficient implementation
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for development staff members, supporting professional growth within the organization.
- Prepared grant proposals under tight deadlines.
- Evaluated grant-funded programs for effectiveness and impact, providing valuable feedback for future funding opportunities.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment efforts, attracting a talented pool of individuals to support organizational initiatives.
- Assisted in preparing annual reports showcasing the organization''s achievements, providing transparency and demonstrating impact to stakeholders.
- Assisted with budget preparation for development activities by analyzing past expenses while accounting for projected future costs.
- Appointed as Chairman of the Bids and Awards Committee of the Local Government Unut from 1995 to 2017.
Municipal Administrator-Designate
Local Government Unit
07.2007 - 06.2016
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times within the bounds of the law.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.
- Acted with dispatch clients' concerns requiring action from the office of the local chief executive.
Store Supervisor
Novilla Variety Store
05.2017 - 12.2024
- Supervised daily store activities to ensure smooth operations, proper staffing levels, and adequate inventory control.
- Maintained high standards of store appearance by enforcing cleanliness guidelines, organizing merchandise displays, and scheduling routine maintenance tasks.
- Educated and trained staff to equip with knowledge about products, customer service and store policies.
- Supervised associates by providing direction and instruction for stocking shelves, rotating stock, and receiving deliveries.
Interim General Manager-Designate
San Marcelino Water District
08.2003 - 05.2008
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Submitted project proposals to international funding agencies (JICA) for grant assistance.
- Implemented and supervised grant project from JICA
Bookkeeper
Local Government Unit
02.1989 - 10.1995
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
Education
Bachelor Of Scuence - Accounting
Columban College
Olongapo City, Philippines10.1984
Skills
Customer service
Inventory management
Staff supervision and Leadership
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Organizational Management
Technical Writing and Correspondence
Timeline
Store Supervisor
Novilla Variety Store
05.2017 - 12.2024
Municipal Administrator-Designate
Local Government Unit
07.2007 - 06.2016
Interim General Manager-Designate
San Marcelino Water District
08.2003 - 05.2008
Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator
Local Government Unit
10.1995 - 03.2017
Bookkeeper
Local Government Unit
02.1989 - 10.1995
Bachelor Of Scuence - Accounting
Columban College