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Lana G. — Junior Project Manager from South Africa

Lana G.

Junior Project Manager

South Africa 3-6 years
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Lana G. is a dynamic and results-driven Junior Project Manager with a notable record in leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects on time and within budget. She currently applies her project management acumen at Duke Advertising Group, where she is responsible for building comprehensive project plans, leading teams, and managing client expectations across different time zones. With a career spanning sectors including advertising and education, Lana navigates cultural differences to optimize operational processes, ensuring milestones are met while maintaining high-quality standards. Previously, she served as a School Administrator at Keurboom Nursery School, honing her skills in reception, finance, and general administration. Lana's entrepreneurial spirit shines through in her self-founded somatology business, which she grew through strategic micro-marketing. Her technical toolkit includes proficiency in Sage for bookkeeping and expertise in social media management. Moreover, she has supported executive-level operations at Arizon Business Solutions and Social Star, combining administration with digital marketing strategies. Lana is well-versed in public relations, holding a qualification from Cape Peninsula University of Technology, and is committed to continuous learning and contributing to innovative projects globally.

Experience

  • Junior Project Management, Production

    Duke Advertising Group · 2023 — Present
    Developed a thorough project plan defining scope, resources, and timelines. Led project teams, assigned tasks, and provided motivation. Oversaw implementation phases while ensuring adherence to plans. Created and managed budgets to avoid overspending. Handled day-to-day management of ad-hoc tasks and managed client expectations regarding timelines, especially with overseas clients.
  • School Administrator

    Keurboom Nursery School · 2021 — 2023
    Managed reception duties, including answering phones and welcoming visitors. Addressed general inquiries and admin responsibilities such as creating filing systems, responding to emails, and liaising with parents. Coordinated admissions processes and conducted school tours. Managed financial tasks including invoicing, bank reconciliation, and cash handling during events.
  • Operational Support, Administrative Support

    Helperhub (Pty) Ltd - Western Cape · 2020 — 2021
    Assisted the managing director in establishing and documenting operational procedures for client transactions. Involved in client onboarding and processing, while preparing training materials for new staff. Managed the diary of the managing director and coordinated governance meetings.
  • Executive Assistant/ Accounts and Bookkeeping / Digital Marketing

    Arizon Business Solutions · 2020 — 2020
    Provided administration support to the CEO and Operations Manager by managing their daily tasks and diary. Handled client accounts and implemented strategies for new clients. Supported daily office operations and managed bookkeeping through Sage.
  • PA/ Operations Manager

    Social Star · 2019 — 2019
    Delivered administrative and secretarial support to executives, managing diaries and coordinating travel arrangements. Organized conferences and meetings, while preparing necessary materials. Handled financial tasks and maintained office systems efficiently.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • Public Relations Management 1
    Cape Peninsula University of Technology · 2011 — 2011
  • Certificate in Somatology
    Cape Peninsula University of Technology · 1998 — 2000
  • Grade 9
    Fairbairn College · 1997 — 1997

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