Kadi Gaye
Boston,MA
Summary
With 10+ years of experience in executive support, human resources management, project administration, and strategic planning, this dynamic and results-oriented professional excels. Demonstrated success in leading recruitment processes, overseeing employee performance management, and implementing administrative efficiencies. Proven expertise lies in optimizing operations, ensuring policy compliance, and fostering an inclusive and innovative work environment. Deeply passionate about making a meaningful contribution to public health initiatives through effective administrative leadership.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Harvard University
12.2022 - Current
- Lead administrative operations, ensuring seamless support for the CEO and executive leadership
- Manage hiring and onboarding processes, collaborating with HR to develop strategic recruitment initiatives
- Oversee performance evaluations, supporting leadership in employee engagement and retention strategies
- Ensure compliance with university policies regarding hiring, training, and performance management
- Facilitate internal and external stakeholder communication, enhancing collaboration and workflow efficiency
- Spearhead office administration, policy implementation, and event coordination to drive organizational goals
- Anticipated potential challenges in daily operations and devised appropriate solutions to maintain uninterrupted workflow in the executive office.
Graduate Student
Lasell University
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Completed coursework and projects to advance knowledge in specialized subjects.
- Collaborated with peers on group assignments to enhance teamwork skills.
- Conducted research and analyzed data for academic projects, gaining critical insights.
- Participated in extracurricular activities to develop leadership and social skills.
IT Tech Assistant & Development Assistant
Sherrill House, Inc.
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Provided technical and administrative support, ensuring smooth IT operations and data security
- Assisted in recruitment and onboarding processes, supporting employee integration
- Managed donor communications and fundraising events, increasing community engagement
- Supported team with administrative tasks, improving workflow efficiency.
- Managed calendar appointments to ensure seamless scheduling.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
Development Specialist
The Home for Little Wanderers, Inc.
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Led donor engagement initiatives, securing funding for key programs
- Analyzed donor data and implemented strategic outreach efforts
- Supported administrative leadership in managing budgets and performance evaluations
Operations Manager
Mai Hair Salon
01.2007 - 04.2015
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Accounting Admin Assistant
Cheikh Anta Diop University
07.2013 - 12.2013
- Managed financial records and ensured compliance with institutional policies
- Assisted in budget preparation and vendor coordination
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
Education
Master of Science - Management
Lasell University
Newton, MA05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lasell University
Newton, MA05.2015
Skills
- Recruitment & Hiring Process Management
- Performance Evaluation & Employee Engagement
- Administrative Leadership & Strategic Planning
- Project Management & Event Coordination
- Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel)
- Software skills: Salesforce, Pyton, Mondaycom, Google Suite, SQL, SAP, Concur, B2P, and EMS RoomBook, Asana, Jira and Google Cloud Platform
Certification
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) – HR Certification Institute (HRCI) | Issued May 2022
Strategic HR Leadership – LinkedIn Learning | Issued March 2021
Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute (PMI) | Issued January 2020
Languages
French
Spanish
Fulani
Mandigo
Wolof
Websites
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Harvard University
12.2022 - Current
Graduate Student
Lasell University
06.2018 - 05.2020
IT Tech Assistant & Development Assistant
Sherrill House, Inc.
07.2016 - 08.2017
Development Specialist
The Home for Little Wanderers, Inc.
08.2015 - 07.2016
Accounting Admin Assistant
Cheikh Anta Diop University
07.2013 - 12.2013
Operations Manager
Mai Hair Salon
01.2007 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lasell University
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) – HR Certification Institute (HRCI) | Issued May 2022
Strategic HR Leadership – LinkedIn Learning | Issued March 2021
Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute (PMI) | Issued January 2020
Master of Science - Management
Lasell University
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