Detail-oriented and experienced professional with a strong foundation in customer service seeking to leverage extensive background in handling office administration task in a new, challenging role to continue to contribute and grow. Proficient in both English and French with strong skills in communication. Committed to delivering exceptional service and upholding the highest standards of integrity and efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Front Desk Agent
Metropolitan Club of the City of Washington DC
09.2023 - Current
Provide excellent customer service to the Club's members including government officials, and ambassadors.
Provide exceptional service during high-volume periods or challenging situations, ensuring a seamless experience for all guests.
Manage approximately 30 incoming calls, and emails per day.
Process payments and maintain accurate financial records, following established procedures for transactions and reconciliations
Handle members and guests’ requests, and complaints with empathy and efficiency, resolving issues promptly to enhance guest satisfaction.
Coordinate with housekeeping and engineering departments to ensure timely fulfillment of guest requests and address any room-related issues
Maintain accurate records of guest information, payments, and reservations using hotel management software systems.
Utilize strong organizational skills to manage daily tasks efficiently while maintaining focus on delivering outstanding guest service experiences.
Develop strong relationships with frequent guests for repeat business through personalized attention to their preferences.
Demonstrate adaptability during unexpected challenges such as system outages while maintaining composure under pressure.
Administrative Assistant/Translator
American Embassy Antananarivo, Madagascar
04.2011 - 12.2022
Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
Developed filing system for confidential documents, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar and translation.
Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
Press Assistant
American Embassy Antananarivo, Madagascar
12.2001 - 04.2011
Advised U.S Embassy’s Public Affairs Officer.
Monitored print and broadcast news, drafted daily media review.
Assisted in crisis management efforts by monitoring breaking news stories, drafting statements, and liaising with public relations representatives.
Supported successful press conferences by managing event logistics, coordinating with journalists, and preparing briefing materials.
Enhanced media coverage by developing and distributing press releases, media advisories, and other promotional materials.
Managed news clippings database, ensuring timely updates and accurate representation of company''s media presence.
Collaborated with marketing team to create cohesive messaging across print, digital, and social platforms for maximum impact.
Provided on-air commentary for local radio and television stations.
Established and maintained relationships with credible media sources.
Education
Professional Diploma - Business Administration
Institute of Management And Business Administration
Antananarivo
12.1996
Skills
Organizational skills
Office administration skills
Multi-tasking
Meeting deadlines
Confidentiality
Interpersonal skills
Customer service
Time management
Sound judgment
Professional maturity
Microsoft Office expertise
Problem-solving skills
Cash handling
Telephone etiquette
Accomplishments
Received high score ratings from guest surveys due to professionalism, exceptional service and quick response times.
Oversaw reservation payments via credit card and cash and had zero errors over the course of 12 months.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
Administrative Professionals, U.S. Embassy Antananarivo, Madagascar, 2022
Office support essentials, RSC Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, 02/01/20
Project Management, Problem Solving, and Negotiation Skills, Foreign Service Institute, Arlington VA, USA, 08/01/16
7 Habits for Highly Effective People, U.S. Embassy London, UK, 05/01/15
Effective Operational Management, Foreign Service Institute, Arlington VA, 10/01/12
U.S. Mission Antananarivo Awards
INDIVIDUAL MISSION HONOR AWARD – “For sustained and exceptional judgment, dedication, and professionalism in performing mission-critical functions of the Management Section.”
GROUP MERITORIOUS HONOR AWARD – “In recognition of services rendered in support of COVID-19 booster campaign.”
INDIVIDUAL MISSION HONOR AWARD –“For sustained service to the U.S. Government during the unprecedented challenges wrought by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.”
INDIVIDUAL EAGLE AWARD – “In recognition of support and dedication to the Embassy as Translator during the absence of Post’s official Translator/Interpreter.”
INDIVIDUAL MISSION AWARD – “For outstanding service to the Embassy community.”
GROUP EAGLE AWARD – “For outstanding contributions leading to the successful visit of a 21 member CODEL from the U.S. House of Representative.”
INDIVIDUAL MISSION AWARD – “For exceptional performance and customer service.”
GROUP FRANKLIN AWARD – “For ensuring the success of U.S. Embassy Antananarivo’s 2015 municipal elections observation efforts.”
INDIVIDUAL EAGLE AWARD – “For significant achievement in customer service, teamwork and negotiation.’
GROUP MISSION HONOR AWARD – “For outstanding support of the U.S. Mission to Madagascar’s electoral observation efforts during presidential and legislative elections in October and December 2013.”
INDIVIDUAL MISSION AWARD – “For sustained superior performance, outstanding customer service and dedication in support of the United States Mission to Madagascar.”
EXTRA MILE AWARD – “For exemplary service and extraordinary effort.”
INDIVIDUAL FRANKLIN AWARD –“For innovation and sustained superior performance in documenting reporting of Mission activities by the Malagasy Media.”
EXTRA MILE AWARD – “For quality of service.”
GROUP FRANKLIN AWARD – “For excellence and innovation in breaking new ground in Madagascar to promote Mission goals while sustaining full Public Diplomacy programming.”
GROUP MERITORIOUS HONOR AWARD – “For personal sacrifice and effective teamwork in support of National Geographic visit and U.S. Mission goals.”
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Front Desk Agent
Metropolitan Club of the City of Washington DC
09.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant/Translator
American Embassy Antananarivo, Madagascar
04.2011 - 12.2022
Press Assistant
American Embassy Antananarivo, Madagascar
12.2001 - 04.2011
Administrative Professionals, U.S. Embassy Antananarivo, Madagascar, 2022
Office support essentials, RSC Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, 02/01/20
Project Management, Problem Solving, and Negotiation Skills, Foreign Service Institute, Arlington VA, USA, 08/01/16
7 Habits for Highly Effective People, U.S. Embassy London, UK, 05/01/15
Effective Operational Management, Foreign Service Institute, Arlington VA, 10/01/12
Professional Diploma - Business Administration
Institute of Management And Business Administration
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