Feliciana Irvine
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(H) 250-516-3372, (F) 250-652-5430
Objective
I seek a position the area of Native Housing & Development as a Coordinator in which I can use my skills and all my work experience as well as leadership qualities for the benefit of the Tsawout First Nation. Where I can use my knowledge in the housing market as well as my mental strength and dynamic personality for the benefit of the Band.
Work Experience
Office (11/01/2003 – 12/31/2009)
Administrative assistant duties included but were not confined to: -the resolution of day-to-day administrative and operational problems. -Operate desktop/laptop computer to compose and edit correspondence to customers via emails from dictation, verbal direction and from knowledge of eBay policies; prepare, transcribe, compose, type, and edit listings. -Schedule and coordinate meetings, interviews, appointments, events and other similar activities for my husband, which also included travel and lodging arrangements.
Last Employer: eBay Powerseller
Contact Person: Malcolm Irvine 250-652-0085
Responsibilities: -Extensive work in the area of effective market analysis and presentation of the site. -Co-ordinated purchasing of seasonal stock. -Handled the budget
Accomplishments: Silver Power Seller
Education
Establishment: UFV
Degree: 3 years of University
Education Period: 09/08/2003 - 03/24/2006
Speciality: Spanish Language
Average Grade: 3.8
Details: Studied at the University College of the Fraser Valley. Courses were in General Studies, but main concentration was the Spanish Language. Received an A+ in Chemistry, was rewarded a certificate and placed on the Dean's List for maintaining a high GPA.
Skills
-Detail oriented, efficient and organized professional with extensive experience in accounting systems. -Possess strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to make well thought out decisions. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Highly trustworthy, discreet and ethical. -Resourceful in the completion of projects, effective at multi-tasking.
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook Express, Microsoft Windows XP, 55 wpm
Foreign Language Skills: Spanish Language. -Excellent understanding in reading & writing in the Spanish Language. -Can understand the spoken language.
Additional Information
QUALIFICATIONS -Substantial life experience and outstanding skills in customer service & interpersonal relations -Accustomed to working in many environments with the ability to think quickly and successfully handle difficult clients. -Excellent interperson skills, ability to work well with others, in both supervisory or support staff roles. BUSINESS EXPERIENCE -Ability to demonstrate consistent increased sales, reorganize sales and customer service departments, implement revenue generating units and cut expenses. -Vast hands on experience in the Real Estate & housing market. From the developers perspective to new build construction. -Vast knowledge in the business & contract aspect of Real estate. Formed relationships with Real estate agents to assist in the purchase and sale of homes. Expertise in drawing up favorable contracts. Ability to negotiate & close contracts. Worked with Inspectors, appraisers, builders, contractors, developers, lawyers and notaries with regularity. MONEY MANAGEMENT SKILLS Bought and sold several primary residence houses for tax-free profits. Experienced in growing investments for profitable returns. Currently buying into commercial business in order to sustain & grow investment.
Honors: Placed on the Dean's list for maintaining an above 3.8 GPA level. Received a certificate from the Dean of UFV.
Research Projects: -Resourceful use of the Internet for research and knowledge of the workings of it from an e-commerce perspective.
Conferences or Courses: Foodsafe Course Emergency First Aid
Certifications or Licensures: Super Host Certificate First Host Certificate
Interests
Music: Have 6 years of piano from Royal Conservatory of Music examination board. I now work at teaching my children theory & ear training.
Community: Participate with the other homeschool moms & children for outdoor events, organizing field trips and indoor events at the resource center in Sidney.
Volunteer work: church involvement is something that I've had a lot to do with. From facilitating & organizing major events to serving food at functions.