Driven and resourceful administrative professional with 14+ years of experience assisting with the work of high-achieving executives. Track record supporting professional needs with well-organized precision. Successfully manages high-volume workloads in rapidly changing environments.
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Sonya C. McAdoo
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Jewish Federation Of Central Alabama
Executive Assistant
01.2011 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Composed and prepared advanced business presentation documents and spreadsheets
- Assisted with special projects, conducted research, compiled data and maintained records
- Composed correspondence related to administrative matters and general office policies for executive approval
- Gathered and prepared reports for consideration and approval by Executive Director and Board of Directors
- Answered telephone calls, provided information, routed calls or took messages concerning matters related to individual departments and fundraising efforts
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Scheduled and maintained calendar of appointments and meetings for Executive staff; while making necessary arrangements such as securing meeting rooms and preparation of agendas for team meetings
- Anticipated and prepared materials needed for conferences, correspondence, appointments, meetings, telephone calls, and fundraising campaigns, etc.
- Coordinated and secured travel arrangements for the Executive Team and prepared itineraries
- Coordinate and prepare expense reports for Executive Team
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
Urban League Of Greater Cleveland
Administrative Assistant
02.2008 - 12.2010
Job overview
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff, and greeting visitors.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
- Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on pertinent fundraising data.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes.
- Processed invoices and expenses using QuickBooks to facilitate on-time payment.
- Supported room reservations, agenda preparation and calendar maintenance for programs, meetings and fundraising events.
Education
Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ
MBA from Non-Profit Development
05.2024
University Overview
Cleveland State UniversityCleveland, OH
BBA from Business Administration And Management
05.1998
University Overview
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio and Adobe Professional
- Proficient in Fundraising Software usage; including DonorPerfect and Blackbaud Razor's Edge NXT
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including social media updating on company events and projects
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Effective listening and critical thinking skills
- Effective problem solving skills with attention to detail
- Strong knowledge of general office practice
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and to work under tight deadlines while providing consistent and professional service
- Ability to perform administrative and clerical duties with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision
- Accurate and efficient typing skills-75 WPM
- Excellent interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism
- Maintain complete confidentiality, possess a professional demeanor, and exercise discretion at all times
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Jewish Federation Of Central Alabama
01.2011 - 12.2021
Administrative Assistant
Urban League Of Greater Cleveland
02.2008 - 12.2010
Grand Canyon University
MBA from Non-Profit Development
Cleveland State University
BBA from Business Administration And Management
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