MAINGEH SANDRINE Viesi
Research/Travel and Administrative Assistant
Yaounde,CE
Summary
Confident Research Intern with commitment to excellence and background in Economics. Enthusiastic about setting up and carrying out wide array of studies. Diligent, industrious and efficient in handling travel arrangements. Proven history of administrative and finance assistance, detail-oriented and accurate work with ability to learn more.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Research Intern
Nkafu Policy Institute of the Denis and Lenora Foundation
1 2024 - 4 2024
- Assisted with implementation of AfCFTA, MAFA, NEO, CSA and RASIG projects
- Assisted with data collection/research for AfCFTA, NEO and CSA projects
- Assisted in organizing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data for state of 2024 business report, AfCFTA and CSA projects
- Assisted in preparing memos and briefs
- Assisted with report on RASIG, CSA and RASIG projects
- Wrote and co-authored in writing policy briefs, and articles
- Assisted in preparing presentations
- Other tasks as assigned by administration.
- Participated in regular meetings with project stakeholders for clear communication of progress updates and addressing concerns promptly
Administrative and travel assistant
IVCA
01.2019 - 03.2023
- Booked over 200 tickets, hotels and issued for clients
- Processed monthly tax payments and declarations
- Recorded accounts payable and receivables
- Drafted correspondences and responded to emails
- Managed logistics and equipment.
- Prepared customer invoices, accepted payments, and processed refund and cancellation requests
- Provided follow through on all calls with confirmations and dissemination of requested information
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, enabling informed suggestions on destinations and accommodations
- Supported marketing initiatives by coordinating advertising strategies and assisting with direct sales
- Managed multiple client accounts simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy in all bookings
- Generated passenger itineraries with details of timetables and specific locations
- Established trust with clientele by maintaining confidential information securely throughout the planning process
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized travel itineraries and recommendations
Project Manager
Seksy Beauty and Spa
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Scheduled, planned, assigned, and followed up tasks to/ with team members to ensure respect for timeline
- Managed all equipment and supervised installation of machines and accessories daily
- Assisted in developing booking application for the institution
- Marketed company's services
- Reconciled accounts daily
- Increased sales by about 10% consecutively for three months.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment
Accounts and Finance Manager
INFRAONE
03.2019 - 09.2022
- Handled inquiries and requests from clients and addressed their needs in Cameroon and Congo
- Made sure clients received their transfer requests and feedback on each transaction
- Successfully managed Cameroon affiliate and solved queries from clients
- Managed all company accounts and related financial transactions
- Reconciled accounts daily
- Reported financial movements daily
- Successfully reduced expenses by about 20%
- Identified market trends and competitors and gave recommendations on how to proceed
- Managed accounts and finances between Cameroon and Congo to the tone of 150 million XAF per month.
Administrative Assistant
Evolve Media Holdings
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Scheduled meetings
- Coordinated activities within the team to ensure all work was done and delivered on time
- Researched investment climate and youth employment.
Trainee
UNICS PLC
02.2018 - 05.2018
- -Received over 20 customers daily, counseled and assisted them with bank operations
- Printed, photocopied, and scanned documents per instructions of my supervisor
- Assisted in mounting loan files, examination, and verification of documents in case of a loan
- Assisted in preparing weekly/monthly accounts for the head office
- Managed petty cash, inter-branch/inter-bank errands
- Participated in balancing daily accounts
- Assisted in verifying archives and operations daily.
General Service agent
Davmontes LTD
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Drafted conference invitation letters for different ministries, embassies, and higher institutions
- Ensured the drafted letters arrived at the respective persons/institutions
- Followed up with the invitees to ensure letters were received.
Volunteer
UNICEF/University of Yaoundé II
03.2015 - 04.2015
- Sensitized students on sexually transmissible diseases and ways to go in case of one
- Acted as the team reporter for the campaign.
Education
Project Management - Project Management
Coursera
Online 09.2023 - 01.2024
Mckinsey Forward Foundation and advanced level learners' program - Problem Solving, Communication, Leadership
McKinsey Academy
Online 11.2022 - 05.2024
Master of Science -
University of Yaounde II
Yaoundé, CE 11.2015 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science -
University of Yaounde II
Yaoundé, CE 10.2012 - 09.2015
Introduction To Sustainable Finance - Sustainable Finance
UNCC-e Learn
Online 04.2001 -
Skills
Financial management
Client Management
Administration
Travel arrangements
Stakeholder management
Ticketing
Critical thinker
Transaction support
Problem solving
Excel
Word
Amadeus
Community Outreach
Time management abilities
Financial management
Professionalism
Client Relations
Task Prioritization
Websites
References
- Nkembuh Natalie, Communication Consultant, AFDB, Abidjan, nkembuh.natalie@yahoo.fr, +237654951154
- Tchao Tchacounte Adrien Patrick, Finance officer, Concern Worldwide, Haiti, tchacounteadrien@yahoo.fr, +237676200670
- Prof Mignamissi Dieudonne, Lecturer, University of Yaounde, Yaounde, mignamissid@yahoo.fr, +237699473363
- Steve Djani, IT Engineer, Total Congo, stevsoft@yahoo.fr, +242068507227
Training
- Certificate of training in Public Policy (2022)
- Mini MBA in Business (2022)
- TEF Business Management Training Program (2022)
- AMADEUS (2019)
- Training in first aid and emergency attendance (2016)
- Citizenship and prevention of conflicts and crises in Africa (2016)
- Mounting of professional projects (2015)
Timeline
Project Management - Project Management
Coursera
09.2023 - 01.2024
Mckinsey Forward Foundation and advanced level learners' program - Problem Solving, Communication, Leadership
McKinsey Academy
11.2022 - 05.2024
Project Manager
Seksy Beauty and Spa
10.2022 - 01.2023
Accounts and Finance Manager
INFRAONE
03.2019 - 09.2022
Administrative and travel assistant
IVCA
01.2019 - 03.2023
Administrative Assistant
Evolve Media Holdings
06.2018 - 11.2018
Trainee
UNICS PLC
02.2018 - 05.2018
General Service agent
Davmontes LTD
12.2017 - 02.2018
Master of Science -
University of Yaounde II
11.2015 - 12.2017
Volunteer
UNICEF/University of Yaoundé II
03.2015 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science -
University of Yaounde II
10.2012 - 09.2015
Introduction To Sustainable Finance - Sustainable Finance
UNCC-e Learn
04.2001 -
Research Intern
Nkafu Policy Institute of the Denis and Lenora Foundation
1 2024 - 4 2024