Sport (in particular swimming, running, touch rugby, surfing)
Maev Cox
Versegeres,VS
Summary
Personable Office Administrator dedicated to improving skills and streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Talented problem-solver managing workloads while greeting visitors, answering incoming phone calls and fulfilling staff members' requests. Professional and welcoming in creating upbeat work environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
RECEPTIONIST
VIS
12.2023 - Current
- Managing the front desk, welcoming visitors, answering the phone and emails, and dealing with the unforeseen daily demands of a medium-size school
- Upkeep of the school database system ISAMS
- Also inputting and extraction of data to create efficiencies in processes such as invoicing for extras
- Using Winbiz to create invoices as well as to analyse debtor information, using this information to chase for overdue payments
- Managing various administration tasks such as uniform orders, music schedules, insurance claims and assisting with others such as ordering of supplies and meal organisation.
FREELANCE WRITER
Verbier Life
01.2017 - 05.2023
- Writing engaging articles on a range of lifestyle subjects
CO-OWNER
Bramble Ski
12.2005 - 01.2021
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Pre-arrival communications with guests to ensure seamless holiday arrangements
- Working closely with 3rd party suppliers to create tailor-made itineraries for discerning clientele
- Marketing in the form of writing content for online brochures, newsletters and blog and updating website content
ASSISTANT EDITOR
The Good Book Guide
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Copyediting, proofreading and writing
- Assisting with layout and art direction
- Managing reviewer payments monthly
- Analysis of sales figures
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Office Angels
01.2003
- Multi-line switchboard cover
- Welcome of guests
- Data entry, copying, filing and other administrative tasks
- Scheduling appointments and assisting with event organisation
RECEPTIONIST
Venson Fleet Solutions
01.2002
- Switchboard cover
- Dealing with client queries and complaints
- Maintenance of company database
JUNIOR REPORTER
The Daily News
01.2001
- Writing daily news reports with tight deadlines covering the full range of news beats
- Conducting interviews with news subjects and authoritative sources
- Communication with police in order to get information for crime stories
- Photography
Education
Bachelor of Journalism -
Rhodes University
01.1997 - 12 2000
Matric exemption - undefined
Durban Girls High School
01.1990 - 12 1994
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Billing
- Positive Attitude
- Multitasking Abilities
- Effective Verbal and Written Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Interests
Arts and Theatre
Reading and Writing
Travel
Timeline
RECEPTIONIST
VIS
12.2023 - Current
FREELANCE WRITER
Verbier Life
01.2017 - 05.2023
CO-OWNER
Bramble Ski
12.2005 - 01.2021
ASSISTANT EDITOR
The Good Book Guide
01.2003 - 01.2005
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Office Angels
01.2003
RECEPTIONIST
Venson Fleet Solutions
01.2002
JUNIOR REPORTER
The Daily News
01.2001
Bachelor of Journalism -
Rhodes University
01.1997 - 12 2000
Matric exemption - undefined
Durban Girls High School
01.1990 - 12 1994
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