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Alana Nadir

Lot 106 Section 'D', Non- Pariel, East Coast Demerara.

Summary

As a versatile and dynamic professional, I bring a unique blend of experiences and qualifications to the table. With a background in admin, projects, mass media, communications, and journalism. I have honed my skills in effective communication, leadership, and project management, with certification to support. In addition, my hands-on experiences and training as a heavy-duty equipment operator in the mining and construction industry have instilled in me a strong work ethic and an acute understanding of safety protocols.
I am also proud to be certified in basic first aid and CPR training, emphasizing my commitment to safety and preparedness in demanding environments. Beyond this, I am serving as a senior administrative officer further strengthening my organizational and administrative skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Clerk (Promotion)

AGM Inc/ Zijin Mining Co.
Aurora
09.2024 - Current

Previous clerical duties remained, and the following were added.

  • Create SOPs and SOP assessments for department employees.
  • Sending out contracts for chain verification and approval.
  • Attending project distribution meetings.
  • Assisting and advising clerical staff when encountering hiccups.
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines regarding sensitive information.
  • Trained staff members to perform work activities and use computer applications.
  • Maintained inventory records and tracked shipments for all incoming materials and supplies.
  • Compiled weekly manpower report for each ongoing project.
  • Maintained and updated filing, inventory and database systems, manually and using computer.

Construction Clerk

AGM Inc/ Zijin Mining Co.
Aurora
01.2022 - 09.2024
  • Data entry.
  • Completing daily timesheets.
  • Creating weekly incoming and outgoing travel requests.
  • Doing material and parts control using the Asset essential software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Creating purchase requisitions using SAP for internal and external orders.
  • Checking and uplifting purchased materials.
  • Department warehouse/ inventory management and control.
  • Employee welfare (issuing of PPE, payroll queries, annual leave, sickness leave, etc., preparing disciplinary letters).
  • Preparing monthly payment reports for contractors.
  • Auditing monthly working hours of contracted equipment.
  • Validating invoices and processing them for contractor payment.
  • Onboarding for new department employees.
  • Doing project reports, following up on progress, and reporting to management.
  • Reviewing project reports for other departmental projects.
  • Circulating memos.
  • Collecting and reviewing the Field Level Risk Assessment (FLRA), then submitting them to the HSE department.
  • Conducting incident/accident reports and investigations.
  • Attending toolbox meetings to inform employees of new policies and rules of the company.
  • Conducting sensitization sessions (ISO 14001 and 45001).
  • Printing weekly travel passes for employees.
  • Distributing insurance cards, certificates, tax return forms, etc.
  • Overseeing projects in the absence of supervisors and delegating tasks.
  • Creating monthly requisitions for office supplies, and quarterly requisitions for stationery.
  • Supporting contractors with material requests, and providing them with physical materials from the department warehouse.

Correspondent

OilNow
Georgetown
05.2024 - Current
  • Research and pitch story ideas relating to oil, gas, and energy in the local and international arena.
  • Independently conduct interviews, perform research, and gather information and resources for articles.
  • Build and foster professional relationships with officials who can be regarded as sources for future information requirements.
  • Write articles based on research and interviews conducted.

Journalist/Reporter, News Anchor

HGP Nightly News
Beterverwagting
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Created tightly written news stories crafted from reliable sources.
  • Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics and events.
  • Conducted interviews with sources to obtain information for stories.
  • Determined focus of news by staying on top of local, national and international events.
  • Gathered information and developed perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews and observation.
  • Developed connections with public relations contacts, providing exemplary sources for news stories.
  • Sourced expert opinions for stories from professionals in relevant fields.
  • Monitored local, national and international events for potential story ideas.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws pertaining to journalism practices.
  • Proofread articles prior to submission for errors in grammar or syntax.
  • Analyzed and interpreted news and information received from various sources to broadcast information.
  • Ensured all published materials meet legal requirements regarding libel laws.
  • Presented local news and feature reports on both local and national news programs.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
  • Reviewed and evaluated notes taken about news events to isolate pertinent facts and details.
  • Attended press conferences and other events to gather newsworthy information.
  • Created multimedia content for web-based platforms using video footage and audio recordings.
  • Received assignments or evaluated leads or tips to develop story ideas.
  • Edited copy written by other journalists to ensure accuracy and clarity.
  • Assisted other journalists in researching complex topics or locating hard-to-find sources.
  • Wrote factually correct, concise, and engaging news stories within tight deadlines.
  • Reported news stories for publication or broadcast, thoroughly describing background and details of events.
  • Photographed images to accompany articles in print or online publications.
  • Researched story background information to provide complete and accurate information.
  • Presented news stories through in-depth videotaped segments.

Clerical Officer 1

National Insurance Scheme
Port Mourant
10.2019 - 03.2021
  • Maintained filing systems, both electronic and physical, for easy document retrieval.
  • Receiving, checking, logging, tracing, and forwarding long- and short-term insurance claims, then sending them to the next stage in the payment process.
  • Assembling, checking off, and distributing pension books.
  • Preparing payment vouchers for spectacles for both pensioners and working-class individuals.
  • Uplifting cash from the bank to facilitate pension payments.
  • Preparing life certificates.
  • Handling queries for the departments in which I worked.
  • Preparing weekly memos, requesting or forwarding claims and documents to/ from other offices.
  • Dispatching coupons and cash vouchers to insured persons, or mailing the same.
  • Creating weekly requisitions for stationery and office supplies.
  • Updating claimants on the status of their claims.
  • Checking the claimant's contributions to determine eligibility for payment of claims.
  • Completing the month-end reports based on received queries versus resolved queries for benefits, compliance, and the pension section, as well as the number of coupons dispatched to employed and self-employed individuals.
  • Completing query sheets to attach to queried claims for mailing.
  • Answering the phone and recording the necessary information for each caller.
  • Record keeping of all long-term claims, including the type submitted each month.
  • Signing off on received documents daily.

Telemarketing Agent

Nand Persaud International Commuication
Tain
08.2018 - 03.2019
  • Provided feedback to management regarding customer inquiries, issues, and concerns.
  • Achieved established sales targets by generating new customer accounts.
  • Networked to build client base and promote products to new and existing clients.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of products and services offered by the company.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
  • Conducted market research surveys among target audiences in order to identify preferences for specific products or services.
  • Advised clients on product features and benefits based on their individual needs.
  • Explained pricing structures clearly so that customers understand them fully prior to purchase decisions being made.
  • Followed up on sales leads through outbound calling.
  • Built relationships with potential clients by providing helpful advice and responding promptly to inquiries.

Education

BBA - Marketing Management

Texila American University
Guyana
06-2028

Project Certificate - Business Analytics & Process Management

Coursera Project Network
11-2023

Project Certificate - Investment Risk Management

Coursera Project Network
10-2023

Certificate of Proficiency - Project Management

University of The West Indies Open Campus
St. Augustine (Trinidad & Tobago)
09-2023

Course Certificate - English For Journalism

University of Pennsylvania
11-2022

High School Diploma -

New Amsterdam Multilateral Secondary (School)
Cummingsville New Amsterdam, Berbice.
09-2018

Skills

  • Project management
  • Data analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Office administration
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Equipment operation skills
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Business administration
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Payment coordination
  • File and database management
  • Scheduling and planning
  • Customer service

Certification

  • Certified in CPR and First Aid.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Clerk (Promotion)

AGM Inc/ Zijin Mining Co.
09.2024 - Current

Correspondent

OilNow
05.2024 - Current

Construction Clerk

AGM Inc/ Zijin Mining Co.
01.2022 - 09.2024

Journalist/Reporter, News Anchor

HGP Nightly News
08.2021 - 01.2022

Clerical Officer 1

National Insurance Scheme
10.2019 - 03.2021

Telemarketing Agent

Nand Persaud International Commuication
08.2018 - 03.2019

BBA - Marketing Management

Texila American University

Project Certificate - Business Analytics & Process Management

Coursera Project Network

Project Certificate - Investment Risk Management

Coursera Project Network

Certificate of Proficiency - Project Management

University of The West Indies Open Campus

Course Certificate - English For Journalism

University of Pennsylvania

High School Diploma -

New Amsterdam Multilateral Secondary (School)
Alana Nadir