DUVI SERASINGHE
New Zealand ,AUK
Summary
Motivated Bachelor of Commerce and Property student with strong collaboration, organisational, and time management skills. Committed to developing a career path and expanding work experience. Possesses four years of experience in the working force. Skilled in customer service, project management, and public speaking. Thrives in team environments, always ready to tackle new challenges and contribute positively to collective goals. Known for exceptional organisational abilities and reliability in managing multiple tasks. Proactively seeks opportunities to assume additional responsibilities to further team objectives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Coordinator
Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis (CBRE)
06.2023 - Current
- Communicated with general managers and facility teams regarding upcoming repairs and projects.
- Enforced compliance with applicable health, safety and environmental regulations to reduce risks.
- Built relationships with vendors and contractors to support timely and cost-effective services.
- Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean, and functional environment.
Director of Finance and Governance (Volunteering)
AIESEC in Auckland City
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Enhanced profitability with strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting techniques to ensure optimal resource allocation and sustainability.
- Led 40 students and directly managed day-to-day operations within a 10-person finance department.
- .Identified partnership opportunities and established four favourable business connections.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing more efficient software systems and optimizing data management.
Project Coordinator
University of Auckland
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Supervised 11 projects from start to delivery by prioritising needs and delegating assignments.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Vacancy Survey Assistant
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Input and updated Microsoft Excel technical data for project reports and sketches.
- Verified the accuracy of data entered into the system to produce error-free reports.
- Contributed to project success by meeting tight deadlines for data entry tasks without sacrificing quality and working unsupervised
TechSite Services Intern
University of Auckland
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Manage the Business School building operations that are used by internal and external parties of the University.
- Streamlined office processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organization and filing.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering a cohesive work environment.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries, ensuring a high level of satisfaction among clientele.
Retail Sales Assistant
Jays Jays, Just Group
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Organised store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Worked closely with store management to implement strategic marketing initiatives aimed at driving foot traffic into the store location.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Property and Commerce
University of Auckland
11.2024
NCEA Level 3 (Merit Endorsement) -
Macleans College
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
- Project Management
- Communication & Presentation
- Customer Service
- Team Building Leadership
- Hard-working
- Effective Time management
- Adaptability
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration
References
- Himendra Ratnayake, Facilities and Services Manager, University of Auckland, himendra.ratnayake@auckland.ac.nz
- Nadya Buksh, Retail Sales Assistant, Jay Jays, 022 362 1450
Timeline
Facilities Coordinator
Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis (CBRE)
06.2023 - Current
Director of Finance and Governance (Volunteering)
AIESEC in Auckland City
02.2023 - 02.2024
Project Coordinator
University of Auckland
07.2022 - 07.2023
Vacancy Survey Assistant
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
05.2022 - 06.2023
TechSite Services Intern
University of Auckland
02.2021 - 07.2022
Retail Sales Assistant
Jays Jays, Just Group
11.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor's degree - Property and Commerce
University of Auckland
NCEA Level 3 (Merit Endorsement) -
Macleans College
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