Resourceful Information Management Assistant known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialized skills include data management, information security protocols, and digital archiving techniques. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability to new technologies. Committed to enhancing workflow through effective communication and organizational skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Management Assistant
United Nation Economic Commission for Africa
Addis Ababa
08.2018 - 07.2024
• Manage records accession and disposition functions by applying the life-cycle concept to information assets, including appraisal by liaising with records-originating offices regarding the transfer and/or disposal of their records; ensure that retention schedules, registration and physical aspects of records transfers meet established standards.
Assist with the creation and maintenance of a physical location and inventory of archival materials.
Perform and track transfer of archive materials to and from various project teams and storage areas, including physical tasks such as moving loaded carts and lifting archive boxes weighing up to 10 kilograms.
Assist with basic physical preservation treatments, such as replacing boxes and file covers, and unfolding and flattening documents.
Assist with physical preparation of archive materials for their digitization, including removal of fasteners and sorting of files and documents.
Assist with archival processing activities by producing basic descriptive inventories; prepare markup of inventories for electronic dissemination.
Assist Team with preparation, box retrieval, and additional repair work, as needed.
Perform quality control of digitized materials, including verification of image quality and accuracy, and undertaking corrections as necessary.
Review all physical documents scheduled to be digitized to ensure records match inventory.
Adhere to relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) regarding the appropriate equipment settings.
Review digitized material to ensure completeness of the digitized record.
Initiate on-the-spot quality control procedures to fix issues at the earliest possible production step.
Perform light repairs on damaged documents.
Utilize software to apply approved metadata and to produce files in customer required formats.
Adhere to customer-provided file naming conventions.
Perform file preparation work to ensure readability of digitized material.
Perform quality control surveillance of digitized materials.
Adhere to approved quality control procedure.
Adhere to all applicable Standard Operating Procedures and recommend changes to improve efficiency or quality.
Responsible for ensuring cleanliness of equipment and workspace.
In coordination with the Project Team, advises on and assists in the digitization projects of active/semi-active and noncurrent records, including the initiative of a paperless office environment with possible IT solutions and tools.
Assist in the development of policy and procedures for electronic records management.
Participating in digitization projects.
Coordinate and participate in the inventory of active records, and periodically review to ensure compliance with established file plans.
Assess and Analyze Records/Archive Management Program - Assist with identifying weaknesses and deficiencies in improving the accessibility and preservation of archival collections, and assists in the development of mitigation strategies.
Provide support with inventory management of electronic data and physical records, including categorizing records to ensure the appropriate disposition.
Provide relevant records/archives assistance and advisory services for the identification of institutional memory and Knowledge Management platform for staff members, including technical support.
Human Capital Officer
Kifiya Financial Technology PLC
Addis Ababa
05.2016 - 06.2018
• Updated employees' profiles with the soft copy on a daily basis and prepared for ERP (Oracle database system).
Updated employees' leave balance on a daily basis to provide the information in compiled form.
Assisted in undertaking recruitment campaigns from start to finish.
Actively undertake staff benefits administration, including leave management, insurance coverage, and contract renewals.
Receiving the applicant's hard or electronic resumes and preparing a candidate's profile.
Assisted in performance management processes and organized staff performance appraisal data.
Maintain and updates personnel documents in the personnel file repository through timely opening for new employees and closing those who have left the organization upon receiving authorization.
Facilitate different letters and reports that are requested by the organization and/or senior employees.
Maintain employee records according to the employee file checklist requirements.
Monitor staff attendance.
Assist in contract administration, including new issuance, amendments, foreshortening, and closure.
Maintain a list of candidate lists for rapid placement/recruitment, as and when required.
Help in all actions related to human resource activities.
Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Making records available to users in various formats, such as photocopies, microfiche, and computer-based tools.
Interior Designer Intern
Eyassu Siraj Consulting Architects
Addis Ababa
05.2013 - 08.2013
Developed 3D models of interior design concepts for client review.
Assisted with the selection of materials, fixtures and finishes to meet clients' needs.
Prepared skhes and presentation boards for client meetings.
Provided support in selecting furniture, fabrics, lighting, wall coverings and accessories.
Researched new trends in interior design and products to keep up-to-date with industry standards.
Created detailed drawings such as floor plans, elevations and perspectives using AutoCAD software.
Attended job site visits to assess space requirements for clients.
Collaborated with architects, contractors and other professionals on projects from concept to completion.
Managed accounts payable and receivable related to purchases of supplies or services needed for projects.
Analyzed customer feedback regarding completed designs and made necessary adjustments accordingly.
Maintained records of all purchased items related to each project including receipts, invoices and product warranties.
Generated estimates for labor costs associated with installation of various elements within a project budget.
Produced mood boards demonstrating color palettes, textures and patterns used throughout the design process.
Coordinated tasks between multiple teams involved in different phases of a project.
Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss progress on current projects.
Ordered fabric and finish samples to view options in person.
Coordinated with contractors, architects and engineers to drive job success.
Estimated material requirements and costs to present design to client for approval.
Education
Printing And Graphic Art Operation
Image Graphic Design & IT Institute
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
01-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Manipal University Dubai
UAE
06-2014
High School Diploma -
Al Waha School
Jeddah, Saudi
Skills
Data Validation
Data storage
Data Warehousing
Data Archiving
Data Security
Data Retention
Data integration
Data classification
Records Management
Data reporting
Knowledge management
Data monitoring
Data maintenance
Data extraction
Team player, always driven to complete the task ahead
Always interested in acquiring new skills or knowledge
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
Driving License
Timeline
Information Management Assistant
United Nation Economic Commission for Africa
08.2018 - 07.2024
Human Capital Officer
Kifiya Financial Technology PLC
05.2016 - 06.2018
Interior Designer Intern
Eyassu Siraj Consulting Architects
05.2013 - 08.2013
Driving License
Printing And Graphic Art Operation
Image Graphic Design & IT Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Manipal University Dubai
High School Diploma -
Al Waha School
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