Lakeesha Jones
Hyattsville,MD
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven professional with extensive experience in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and administrative leadership. Skilled at managing cross-functional teams, organizing complex initiatives, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Proficient in tools such as Procure, Microsoft Office Suite, and project documentation systems, with a passion for streamlining processes and driving operational excellence. Seeking a project management role to leverage expertise in coordination, planning, and process improvement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
NIH
09.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Center of Information Technology
- Collaborate with senior leadership to plan and manage high-level meetings, coordinating logistics and ensuring timely execution
- Conduct research and prepare reports, presentations, and project documentation to support executive decision-making
- Analyze administrative processes to improve efficiency, including optimizing travel request workflows
- Track deliverables and provide actionable insights to achieve operational goals
- Center of Information Technology
- Streamlined scheduling processes, reducing calendar conflicts by 25%
- Played a key role in organizational studies, driving efficiency and cost savings in internal operations
Project Coordinator
Aurotech
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Led project coordination efforts for university Capital Projects, ensuring smooth execution across all phases
- Managed project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, and detailed design bid packages, ensuring compliance with quality standards
- Facilitated cross-departmental meetings and maintained communication between contractors and university stakeholders
- Supported program managers by monitoring deliverables and maintaining project timelines
- Revamped reporting templates, increasing efficiency and clarity for all project phases
- Successfully managed badge/key access coordination, minimizing project delays
Executive Assistant
Washington Hospital Center
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Provided executive-level support to the Chairman of the Department, managing schedules, correspondence, and special projects
- Assisted in credentialing and education initiatives to support departmental objectives
- Contributed to process improvements that enhanced team collaboration and productivity
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams to achieve departmental goals
Administrative Assistant
Georgetown University
06.2014 - 06.2018
- Managed administrative tasks for technical and internal projects, ensuring smooth operations across the department
- Created and maintained spreadsheets and databases to track project budgets and resources
- Oversaw a substantial annual budget, accurately managing financial transactions and tracking expenses
- Developed and maintained efficient filing systems, improving document retrieval times
Education
Information Technology -
02-2026
In Progress, Expected 02/2026
- Relevant Coursework: Business Management, Network Security, Business Core, Human Resources, Data Management, IT Fundamentals, Capstone and Portfolios
Skills
- Project Planning & Scheduling
- Stakeholder Communication & Engagement
- Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
- Risk Identification & Mitigation
- Budget Tracking & Resource Allocation
- Procure & Documentation Management
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Word)
- Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
Timeline
Executive Assistant - NIH
09.2022 - Current
Project Coordinator - Aurotech
07.2021 - 09.2022
Executive Assistant - Washington Hospital Center
08.2018 - 09.2020
Administrative Assistant - Georgetown University
06.2014 - 06.2018
Western Governors University - Information Technology,
Similar Profiles
Bingbing ZouBingbing Zou
Clinical Research Nurse at NIHClinical Research Nurse at NIH
Saima DurraniSaima Durrani
Clinical Researcher at NIHClinical Researcher at NIH
Melanie BalfourMelanie Balfour
Logistics Team Lead, Patient & Materiel Porter at NIHLogistics Team Lead, Patient & Materiel Porter at NIH