Sofia Zgarka

Background

About Sofia Zgarka

Highly self-motivated and dedicated Executive Assistant with 5+ years of experience in the banking sector coordinating, planning and supporting daily operational and administrative functions. Demonstrated capacity to provide comprehensive support for Senior Executive-level staff; excel at scheduling meetings, calendar management, coordinating complex international travel, and managing all essential tasks. After multiple years of success leading humanitarian efforts through scrupulous research, support service, project coordination, administration, and information management, I bring to the table a dynamic and versatile skill set as an Executive Assistant. Through consistent professional development, including earning a Master’s Degree in Human Development and Food Security as well as a Specialized Honours Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies, I have progressively advanced to support assistant, human resources, and financial management functions, receiving recognition for my positive, diligent, and driven work ethic; as well as, my ability to thrive in challenging environments, promoting respect, diversity, and quality service for a diverse range of organizations. With my natural organization and leadership talents, dedication to professional development, and breadth and depth of experience and achievements, I have proven myself as someone who can achieve results- Brings a commitment to excellence and a meticulous attention to detail while coordinating meetings, schedules, and events as well as reviewing, analyzing, extracting, and relaying information within fast-paced environments- Client Service: Strong skills in communications and relationship building, harnessed through seasoned language instruction, customer service, communicating directly, and on behalf of the Executives, with other Executives, colleagues, stakeholders, and external agencies, while prioritizing diplomacy and professionalism to resolve issues- Operational Support: Proven success providing a variety of support services, including records management, organizing extremely active calendars of appointments, completing expense reports; procurement, arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas, as well as financial analysis, while demonstrating the exceptional ability to work both independently and with teams to meet common goals- Adept at developing and maintaining administrative processes that reduce redundancy, improve accuracy and efficiency, and achieve organizational objectives.