Summary
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Education
Skills
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Affiliations
Languages
Interests
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INOKE VASUTURAGA

INOKE VASUTURAGA

Marlborough/Blenheim,MBH

Summary

Skilled in executive assistance and office management, I significantly enhanced team efficiency at the Republic of Fiji Military Forces by implementing targeted staff development programs. My adeptness in administrative support and strong problem-solving skills have consistently ensured optimal operational outcomes, fostering positive relationships and securing cost-effective resources across diverse cultural environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant Senior Pastor

Family Outreach Center
05.2019 - 01.2025
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.

Staff Development Officer

Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF)
03.2018 - 05.2019
  • Improved overall team efficiency by conducting regular performance reviews and providing constructive feedback.
  • Assisted in succession planning efforts by identifying potential leaders within the organization and providing them with targeted developmental opportunities.
  • Managed budgets allocated for staff development initiatives, ensuring maximum return on investment for the organization.
  • Developed strong relationships with external vendors, securing cost-effective resources for staff development initiatives.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.

Force Field Liaison Officer

Multinational Force and Observers
04.2017 - 04.2018
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for necessary materials or services, securing favourable terms that resulted in cost savings for the organization.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively, liaising between relevant parties (Egypt and Israel) to find swift resolutions while minimizing negative impact on operations.
  • Facilitated smooth on-site operations by providing essential support to field teams and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations by conducting regular audits on field activities and providing guidance on best practices.
  • Improved field communication by implementing efficient liaison strategies and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.

Staff Officer Engineer

United Nations Mission South Sudan (UNMISS)
04.2015 - 04.2016
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
  • Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fiji Institute of Technology
Suva, Fiji

Skills

  • Executive Assistance
  • Administrative support
  • Office management
  • Executive support
  • Schedule & calendar planning
  • Office administration
  • Strong problem solver

Accomplishments

  • Planned and led over 1 mission trip to Kuwait.
  • Planned corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of 15 employees.
  • Designed and implemented 5-year vision plan to drive growth of community services.
  • Established solid presence in community, successfully growing church membership 100% year over year.

Affiliations

  • Religious Pentecostal groups
  • Community Networking

Languages

English
Professional Working

Interests

  • Gym Workouts
  • I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
  • Enjoy participating in cardio vascular activity for overall physical and mental well-being

Timeline

Executive Assistant Senior Pastor

Family Outreach Center
05.2019 - 01.2025

Staff Development Officer

Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF)
03.2018 - 05.2019

Force Field Liaison Officer

Multinational Force and Observers
04.2017 - 04.2018

Staff Officer Engineer

United Nations Mission South Sudan (UNMISS)
04.2015 - 04.2016

High School Diploma -

Fiji Institute of Technology
INOKE VASUTURAGA