Sawsan Assi
Administrative Professional
Palestine
Summary
I am a highly organized and meticulous planner focused on delivering results. I have an inspiring and entrepreneurial spirit and I take action on my own initiative. I motivate clients and teammates through positive leadership and mentoring.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Arabic, English
Work History
Development Officer/Advancement Appeals & Grants
Birzeit University
Ramallah
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Researched prospect donors and contacted them to build partnerships with friends, donors and alumni in Palestine and overseas.
- Wrote Thank-you letters to donors and partners.
- Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral networks to promote grants development.
Marketing Specialist
Milestone Consultants
Ramallah
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral networks to promote business development.
- Updated customer database and generated lists and counts for direct marketing projects.
- Teamed with advertising agencies and outside consultants to develop strategic marketing plans.
Translator
Freelancer
Ramallah
06.2006 - Current
- Worked as a service provider on a subcontract basis.
- Communicated effectively with clients to establish scope and requirements of translation, following up after submission of work to confirm satisfaction and understanding.
Administrative Assistant
IATA Queen Alia International Airport
Amman
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Performed administrative tasks such as answering phone calls and organizing documents and files
- Attended meetings and collected notes into meeting minutes to distribute to the team
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Translator
A. M. Qattan Foundation
Ramallah
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Replicated flow, style and overall meaning of original texts.
- Supported operations by translating key departmental documents and internal communications.
- Conferred with subject matter experts and other colleagues to establish precise understanding of specialized concepts.
English Language Instructor
Birziet University
Ramallah
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Inspired students and helped them improve their English skills to help them advance in their careers
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Received a top score of 90/100 on the Teacher Assessment that students complete at the end of the semester.
Administrative Assistant
Ghazzawi for Air Conditioning
Ramallah
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
Education
Master of Arts - Translation
University of Jordan
Amman - Jordan 09.2008 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Business Administration
Bethlehem University
Bethlehem - Palestine 09.1998 - 07.2002
MBA - Entrepreneurship
Birzeit University – CCE
Ramallah - Palestine 01.2013 - 01.2014
Skills
Independent WorkAdministrative work skillsMicrosoft PowerPoint/Excel
Business development and planning
Recruitment
Performance evaluation
Report writing
Proofreading skills
Cultural expertise
Attention to Detail
Good Telephone Etiquette
Interpersonal Communication
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Training and Development
Certification
[Human Resources Competences], Milestone Consultants
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire
Timeline
Marketing Specialist
Milestone Consultants
01.2022 - 01.2023
Administrative Assistant
Ghazzawi for Air Conditioning
01.2019 - 01.2022
Translator
A. M. Qattan Foundation
03.2018 - 06.2020
[Human Resources Competences], Milestone Consultants
11-2017
Development Officer/Advancement Appeals & Grants
Birzeit University
01.2014 - 06.2015
MBA - Entrepreneurship
Birzeit University – CCE
01.2013 - 01.2014
English Language Instructor
Birziet University
08.2012 - 06.2015
Master of Arts - Translation
University of Jordan
09.2008 - 07.2010
Administrative Assistant
IATA Queen Alia International Airport
01.2008 - 12.2008
Translator
Freelancer
06.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Business Administration
Bethlehem University
09.1998 - 07.2002