JENNIFER WAINANI KEOMAKA
HONOLULU,HI
Summary
An efficient, hardworking, and flexible individual that is willing to learn. Am open, honest, approachable, and sociable with colleagues. I’m focused, and willing to ask questions when need help. Used to working at the heart of a busy office and am able to deal with an ever-changing, fast-paced environment, with exceptional people skills, an approachable yet professional personality. Tenacious about keeping operations on schedule and on budget.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office & Construction Coordinator
Honolulu Habitat For Humanity
Honolulu, HI
06.2021 - Current
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Construction Duties
- • Works with Construction Team to provide progress reports to the Deputy Director and keeps meeting minutes and records.
- • Coordinate procurement for bids as assigned for all construction projects. Solicits quotes, relays job plans and details, and prepares contracts for awards.
- • Coordinates the delivery of materials to the jobsites.
- • Assists Finance Manager with construction invoicing statement reconciliation, returns and credits, and all check requests preparation. Submitting bills for payment review to Deputy Director, tracking of all invoices, and receipts as needed.
- • Act as a liaison with local agencies, companies and other organizations on construction needs as assigned.
- • Coordination and track in-kind donations related to construction.
- • Communicates frequently with the Site Supervisors & contracted labor to track the status of builds and assist in schedule their needs.
- • Performs other appropriate activities and duties as assigned.
- • Attend Homeowner in process meetings and assists with Homeowner’s preconstruction throughout the planning phase of construction as assigned.
- • Works closely with Volunteer Coordinator to schedule group volunteer experience and Partner Family communication in coordination with the Deputy Director.
- Additional Office Duties
- • Answer all office phone calls and reply to all messages.
- • Process incoming mail, prepare and send outgoing mail, and maintain and upkeep the meter
- Other Duties, as Assigned
- • Performs other appropriate duties and activities as assigned
- Familiarity with construction terminology, confident in requesting quotes, answeriQuestionsi>questions regarding construction documents.
- • Belief in team approach to work environment, and commitment to the mission of Habitat.
- • Strong leadership skills.
- • Organized and efficient, with acute attention to detail and follow through.
- • Management skills and experience with non-profit organizations.
- • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- • Experience with MS Office programs.
- • Able to deal well with stressful situations and a wide variety of people.
- • Patient teacher withTotrong delegation skills; and
- • Reliable, honest, able to maintain confiTontiality.
- To 20 pounds.
Office Coordinator
Honolulu Habitat For Humanity
Honolulu, United States
06.2016 - 06.2021
- Coordinate the management of vendors for the maintenance and upkeep of the office facility and equipment (i.e. cleaning, alarm systems, computers)
- Collect invoices, prepare payment requests and sib,to tp the Finance Team.
- Maintain and upkeep up-to-date office contacts
- Maintain and update computer databases and email distribution lists on Habitat International, volunteer committees, Board of Directors, volunteers, vendors, contractors and potential partner families-ongoing.
- Maintain organization of network shares drives.
- Order, pick-up and distribute supplies. Office, ReStore, marketing, special projects, etc.
- Order and pick-up food for special events
- Maintain the atmosphere and appearance of main office and conference room.
Lead Facilitator
HONOLULU HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, KEIKI O KA 'AINA FAMILY LEARNING CENTER
Honolulu, Hi
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Worked 40 hours per week servicing two communities, Waimanalo and Kaneohe.
- Administration work, ordering supplies and updating online data base.
- Model appropriate behaviors and parental guidance strategies for families.
- Oversee, guide and support Assistants and volunteers at site.
- Develops and implements curriculum for program.
- Submits, in a timely manner, all program reports, documentation, and evaluations as required.
- Attends all program meetings and trainings, such as CPR and First Aide.
- Coordinates and facilitates family monthly development.
Parent
KEIKI O KA 'AINA FAMILY LEARNING CENTER
Kalihi, Honolulu, HI
08.2009 - 09.2011
- Successfully improved parent participation in the classroom through integration of creative role-playing exercises.
- Worked with parents to increase interest in higher learning with their child.
- Consistently received positive teacher evaluations from students.
- Assisted in preparing reports and paperwork for parents.
Sub- Teacher's Aide/Assistant
GOOD SAMARITIAN PRESCHOOL, Tenth
Honolulu, HI
10.1996 - 05.1997
Childcare Aide
1317 Queen Emma
03.1993 - 09.1996
- Kept classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting children’s toys and surfaces.
- Supported classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Kept classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting children’s toys and surfaces.
- Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Maintained daily records of children’s individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Identified early warnings signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Education
Honolulu Community College
Honolulu, HIHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Kaimuki High School
06.1991
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Schedule Coordination
- Database Maintenance
- Adaptable and Resilient
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Mail and Package Distribution
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Materials Estimation
- Equipment Safety Verification
- Supply Ordering
- Willingness to Learn
- Facilities Maintenance
Certification
- State of Hawaii Department of the Attorney General Notary Public
- ProService Hawaii Certificate of Completion Management Certification Program
- NNA 2021 Virtual All Systems Go Certificate of Attendance
- Certification of Completion Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Coordinator
- BLR Human Resource Certification Group (HRCI) Certification of Completion- Kill Clipboards and Excel, there is a better way to Safety!
Timeline
Office & Construction Coordinator
Honolulu Habitat For Humanity
06.2021 - Current
Office Coordinator
Honolulu Habitat For Humanity
06.2016 - 06.2021
Lead Facilitator
HONOLULU HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, KEIKI O KA 'AINA FAMILY LEARNING CENTER
09.2015 - 06.2016
Parent
KEIKI O KA 'AINA FAMILY LEARNING CENTER
08.2009 - 09.2011
Sub- Teacher's Aide/Assistant
GOOD SAMARITIAN PRESCHOOL, Tenth
10.1996 - 05.1997
Childcare Aide
1317 Queen Emma
03.1993 - 09.1996
Some College (No Degree) - Early Education
Honolulu Community College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Kaimuki High School
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