Gordon Lacey
Kingston
Summary
Highly organised with experience in managing schedules, coordinating travel, and handling administrative tasks. Strengths include strong multitasking ability, maintaining confidentiality, and providing top-notch support to executives. Proven track record of enhancing office efficiency by taking initiative in streamlining processes and improving communication flow.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Assistant
OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER
08.2024 - Current
- Handles highly sensitive and confidential matters/correspondence and produce relevant draft responses relating to the portfolio responsibility of the Senator and Parliamentary Secretary
- Liaises with Ministries, Departments, Agencies and other bodies/Institutions to facilitate follow-up and ensures the timely submission of documentation/information requested or update on implementation of decisions
- Prepares project documents, manages diverse and complex tasks as assigned by the Senator and Parliamentary Secretary
- Interfaces with all levels of Government and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in the coordination of meetings and consultations
Administrative Assistant
JAMAICA MONEY MARKET BROKERS
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Works closely with the Direct Team Leader to support in the monitoring and management of the Group Chief CHD Officer's Schedules by scheduling meetings as agreed and monitoring appointments
- Coordinated and monitored subordinate programs and projects to attain goals and objectives of the work unit
- Prepare the TL for meetings and other external representations to ensure readiness and effectiveness
- Receives, manages and follow through on client complaints routed to the Group Chief CHD Officer's Office
Executive Assistant
MEDICAL DISPOSABLES & SUPPLIES LTD
07.2018 - 04.2021
- Collaborate with management to conduct market research which identifies new business opportunities and determine the most viable, cost-effective approach to pursue these opportunities
- Assist in the development of business and marketing plans in coordination with Senior Management
- Assist with the preparation and compilation of the Company's Annual Report, Strategic Plans and any other documents as needed
- Oversee all aspects of strategic projects which includes delineating responsibilities, monitoring and summarizing progress, and setting stringent deadlines to be met
- Maintain lines of communication with major suppliers of goods and services and respond to various ad-hoc requests
- Compile the dossier required to facilitate the registration of new products with Government Agencies
- Serve as a key team member on the planning committee for the Company's Annual General Meeting and Education Seminar for Pharmacists
- Assist with the preparation and submission of documents required to facilitate importation of goods
Administrative Assistant
OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH, UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES
02.2015 - 06.2018
- Advised postgraduate and prospective students on the admission, registration and examination process
- Provided assistance to the team for execution of recruitment, orientation, examinations, graduation, and other functions
- Liaised with internal and external stakeholders to resolve students' issues and concerns
Education
Supervisory Management Certificate -
UWI
12.2018
Event Planning Certificate -
UWI
12.2018
Introduction to Project Management Certificate -
UWI
12.2018
Certificate in Basic Graphic Design -
Caribbean School of Media and Communications (CARIMAC), UWI
12.2014
Certificate in Advertising Management, Strategies and Techniques -
Caribbean School of Media and Communications (CARIMAC), UWI
12.2013
B.A. - Liberal Studies
The University of the West Indies
07.2011
Associate Degree in Humanities - Mass Communication, International Relations, History
The University of the West Indies
06.2007
Skills
- Result Oriented
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project Management
- Event Planning
- Oral and Written Communication
- Supervisory Management
- Willingness to Learn
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Confidential correspondence
- Stakeholder liaison
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Supervisory Management Certificate, 08/2018, UWI, Mona
- Event Planning Certificate, 08/2018, UWI, Mona
- Introduction to Project Management Certificate, 08/2018, UWI, Mona
- Certificate in Basic Graphic Design, 08/2014, Caribbean School of Media and Communications (CARIMAC), UWI, Mona
- Certificate in Advertising Management, Strategies and Techniques, 08/2013, Caribbean School of Media and Communications (CARIMAC), UWI, Mona
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Personal Assistant
OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER
08.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant
JAMAICA MONEY MARKET BROKERS
04.2021 - 08.2024
Executive Assistant
MEDICAL DISPOSABLES & SUPPLIES LTD
07.2018 - 04.2021
Administrative Assistant
OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH, UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES
02.2015 - 06.2018
Supervisory Management Certificate -
UWI
Event Planning Certificate -
UWI
Introduction to Project Management Certificate -
UWI
Certificate in Basic Graphic Design -
Caribbean School of Media and Communications (CARIMAC), UWI
Certificate in Advertising Management, Strategies and Techniques -
Caribbean School of Media and Communications (CARIMAC), UWI
B.A. - Liberal Studies
The University of the West Indies
Associate Degree in Humanities - Mass Communication, International Relations, History
The University of the West Indies