CHATHUNI DESHANI
Magill,Australia
Summary
Administrative assistant with three years of experience and adaptable professional with exceptional organizational skills and a strong multitasking ability. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Concierge Officer
City of Marion Council
08.2024 - Current
- Greeting and welcoming visitors warmly
- Assist with check-ins and direct visitors to appropriate locations
- Providing relevant information as needed
- Handling inquiries and requests
Wellbeing Ambassador
Oasis- Flinders University
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Successfully contributed to the planning and execution of well-being week, resulting in increased student engagement and awareness of well-being resources
- Providing consultation to Health, counseling, and Disability Services to support responsiveness to student needs
- Developed and supported well-being initiatives that positively impacted the student community, fostering a culture of care and support
- Enhanced personal knowledge and skills through training, becoming a more effective advocate for student well-being
- Contributing to regular wellbeing Ambassador meetings
Social Welfare and Inclusion Support Officer
Gender Consortium - Flinders University
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Actively participated in the study tours
- Assisted in ensuring timely arrivals and departures
- Provided ongoing advice and support to Tour Leaders and core project delivery team members to ensure gender equity, disability inclusion, and cultural respect were upheld
- Delivered social welfare support to participants, creating a safe and respectful space for all
- Offered emotional and logistic support, ensuring participant well-being throughout the tour
- Successfully contributed to a well-organized and inclusive study tour
Junior Project Coordinator
North East Socio-Economic Developers
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Coordinated all activities for women entrepreneurs
- Managed direct deals with entrepreneurs and customer service managers and addressed their needs effectively
- Did regular categorization of all projects and conducted affiliated programs with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka
- Facilitated 3000 loans amounting to LKR 247Mn
- Prepared detailed project plans
- Gave qualified beneficiaries and groups loans by assisting with bank account openings, preparing 3000 business plans, and providing entrepreneurship and basic accounting training
Administrative Assistant
Head Office- Oak Ray Hotels & Resorts
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Answering phone calls and emails
- Responded to hotel staff inquiries and updated the daily occupancy reports
- Keep detailed records of reservations, cancellations, and modifications
- Coordinated with the sales department & scheduled meetings with management
- Updated special offers, discounts, and promotions
- Processed invoices, and handled payment transactions
- Ensured all hotel's compliance with company regulations and administrative procedures
Education
Master of Arts - Women's and Gender Studies
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA02.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
12.2020
Diploma in Counselling -
Mental Health Foundation
01.2018
Skills
- Project Supervision
- Teamwork
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Data Analysis
- Time Management
- Ability to Work Independently and Under Pressure
- Compassionate & Empathetic
- Compliance Software (Microsoft Office)
- Adaptability
- Friendly Assistance
- People Focused
- Detail-oriented mindset
Languages
English
Timeline
Concierge Officer
City of Marion Council
08.2024 - Current
Wellbeing Ambassador
Oasis- Flinders University
05.2024 - 01.2025
Social Welfare and Inclusion Support Officer
Gender Consortium - Flinders University
01.2023 - 01.2024
Junior Project Coordinator
North East Socio-Economic Developers
06.2022 - 02.2023
Administrative Assistant
Head Office- Oak Ray Hotels & Resorts
01.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Diploma in Counselling -
Mental Health Foundation
Master of Arts - Women's and Gender Studies
Flinders University
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