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Sharon  Sauli Chilamba, Executive Secretary

Sharon Sauli Chilamba

Executive Secretary·Mount Sinai International School

Malawi

Bachelor's degree, Procurement

Work experience

Total years of experience: 13 years, 8 months

Executive Secretary

January 2021 - Present

Mount Sinai International School

Lilongwe, Malawi

January 2021 - Present

• Managed the Managing Directors appointment diary and phone calls, ensuring optimal time management.
• Facilitated efficient communication and correspondence between Directors, School Staff, and Parents, enhancing stakeholder engagement.
• Assisted in preparing agendas and capturing minutes for meetings and disciplinary hearings, contributing to organized record-keeping.
• Supported Directors in various administrative tasks, streamlining office operations.
• Planned and coordinated successful events, meetings, and workshops, fostering collaboration and community involvement.
• Transitioning from Executive Secretary to Administrative Officer and Procurement Assistant, leveraging strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Company industry:
Higher Education

School Secretary

January 2019 - January 2021

Mphanje School

Lilongwe, Malawi

January 2019 - January 2021

• Efficiently managed the Managing Directors appointment diary, emails, and phone calls to ensure seamless communication.
• Planned and coordinated various events, meetings, and workshops, enhancing organizational effectiveness.
• Delivered exceptional customer service to staff, learners, parents, visitors, and callers, fostering a welcoming school environment.
• Organized travel arrangements and itineraries for the Director, optimizing time management and travel efficiency.
• Collaborated with the Head Teacher to organize enrolment sheets, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Oversaw the purchasing and ordering of stationery materials, maintaining adequate supplies for school operations.
• Coordinated conference bookings, contributing to professional development and networking opportunities for staff.

Company industry:
Higher Education

Marketing and Travel Consultant

February 2016 - May 2019

Ideal Travel and Tours

Lilongwe, Malawi

February 2016 - May 2019

• Conducted comprehensive research on travel destinations, ensuring clients receive up-to-date information on pricing, customs, and weather conditions.
• Assessed client specifications and preferences to recommend tailored travel packages that meet their needs.
• Coordinated end-to-end travel logistics, including ticket bookings, accommodation arrangements, and transportation services, ensuring a seamless experience.
• Developed and implemented effective promotional strategies and materials to enhance the visibility and sales of itinerary tour packages.
• Managed client inquiries with professionalism, providing timely and informative responses to enhance customer satisfaction.

Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation
Job role:
Hospitality and Tourism

Receptionist

October 2013 - January 2016

Latitude 13 Boutique Hotel

Lilongwe, Malawi

October 2013 - January 2016

• Delivered exceptional guest service by warmly welcoming visitors and ensuring their needs were met.
• Efficiently managed a dynamic calendar of appointments for the General Manager and senior executives, optimizing their schedules.
• Coordinated restaurant and accommodation reservations, enhancing guest experiences and satisfaction.
• Compiled and organized essential documents for meetings, ensuring all relevant information was readily available.
• Handled incoming and outgoing calls professionally, maintaining clear communication lines.
• Responded promptly to emails and sorted incoming correspondence, ensuring timely follow-up.
• Issued invoices and receipts accurately, contributing to streamlined financial processes.
• Generated quotations and expedited procurement processes, supporting effective resource management.

Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation

Procurement, Stores and Operations Assistant

October 2012 - October 2013

Angoni Trucking

Lilongwe, Malawi

October 2012 - October 2013

• Maintained accurate records of workshop tools, ensuring efficient inventory management and timely updates to bin cards.
• Verified that incoming goods met specified quality and quantity standards, contributing to operational excellence.
• Oversaw stock flow from the warehouse, optimizing supply chain processes and minimizing discrepancies.
• Facilitated the daily issuance and receipt of workshop tools, enhancing operational readiness and support.
• Documented parts requests from the workshop, streamlining tracking against each truck number for improved accountability.
• Assisted in maintaining comprehensive records of truck trips and fuel usage, promoting effective fleet management and resource allocation.

Company industry:
Motor Vehicle Passenger Transport

Education

Pentecostal Life University

April 2026

April 2026

Bachelor's degree, Procurement

Malawi

Malawi College of Accountancy

November 2013

November 2013

Diploma, Purchasing and Supply

Malawi

Institute of Technology and Management

December 2008

December 2008

Diploma, Business Management

Malawi

St Lawrence Catholic Girls Secondary School

December 2005

December 2005

High school or equivalent, Education

Malawi

ST Lawrence Secondary School

January 2005

January 2005

High school or equivalent, O Level

Malawi

Skills

Fast Learning
Expert
Fast Learning
Expert
Flexibility
Expert
Flexibility
Expert
Result Oriented
Expert
Result Oriented
Expert
Deadlines Meeting
Expert
Deadlines Meeting
Expert
Attention to Detail
Expert
Attention to Detail
Expert
FILING
Intermediate
FILING
Intermediate
INVOICES
Intermediate
INVOICES
Intermediate
MICROSOFT OFFICE
Intermediate
MICROSOFT OFFICE
Intermediate
MS OFFICE
Intermediate
MS OFFICE
Intermediate
POS
Beginner
POS
Beginner
QUOTATIONS
Expert
QUOTATIONS
Expert
WORD
Expert
WORD
Expert
CASH
Intermediate
CASH
Intermediate
EXCEL
Intermediate
EXCEL
Intermediate
CLERICAL
Intermediate
CLERICAL
Intermediate
Fast Learning
Expert
Fast Learning
Expert
Flexibility
Expert
Flexibility
Expert
Result Oriented
Expert
Result Oriented
Expert
Deadlines Meeting
Expert
Deadlines Meeting
Expert
Attention to Detail
Expert
Attention to Detail
Expert
ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS
Intermediate
ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS
Intermediate
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Intermediate
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Intermediate
BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE
Intermediate
BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE
Intermediate
CLERICAL WORKS
Intermediate
CLERICAL WORKS
Intermediate
COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
DETAIL ORIENTED
Intermediate
DETAIL ORIENTED
Intermediate
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
LITERACY
Intermediate
LITERACY
Intermediate
MATHEMATICS
Intermediate
MATHEMATICS
Intermediate

Languages

English
Intermediate

Training and Certifications

Certifications
IELTS Certificate
Certificate in Business Management (ABE Level 3)
CIPS International Certificate in Purchasing and Supply
CIPS International Advanced Certificate in Purchasing and Supply

Hobbies

  • Travelling, baking, listening to music, making new friends