Lathela M.
Mid-Level Project Manager
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About
Lathela M. is an experienced Executive & Operations Virtual Assistant with over three years of expertise in project management, workflow coordination, and organizational operations. Currently serving as a Project Head with the City Government of Cagayan de Oro, she has been pivotal in managing large-scale youth leadership initiatives like E-Tukod: The Oro Youth Parliament and Pag-Ila 2025, demonstrating her proficiency in leading cross-functional teams and streamlining administrative processes. Her career highlights include coordinating a 61-member team for a civic engagement initiative and restructuring a division at Xavier University to enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for her ability to develop documentation systems and oversee live events, Lathela's projects have consistently achieved significant outreach, evidenced by accolades such as the Exemplary Project Award. Her technical skills span Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and workflow automation tools, making her a versatile professional capable of navigating fast-paced environments.
Experience
Project Head
E-Tukod: The Oro Youth Parliament · 2025 — PresentDirected operational coordination for a government-supported youth leadership initiative with delegates from various tertiary institutions in Cagayan de Oro City. Supervised documentation systems, implementation monitoring, and stakeholder communication for effective program execution. Liaised with institutional representatives and government partners to ensure organized collaboration and project delivery. Created structured systems for tracking delegate details, workflows, and organizational accountability.Project Head
Pag-Ila 2025 · 2024 — 2025Managed complete execution of a civic engagement initiative across the city, involving government offices, media partners, and community stakeholders. Oversaw a 61-member working team by managing and delegating operational tasks. Handled logistics, documentation, scheduling, communication, and livestream coordination for a multi-day public event. Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance accessibility and audience outreach to underserved communities.Deputy Director
Special Operations Division · 2024 — 2025Performed internal assessments of workflows to uncover operational gaps within the division. Spearheaded the restructuring of the division, reducing six sub-branches to three core units, which improved workflow clarity and delegation of roles. Formulated division-wide strategies and documentation systems that were adopted as standard operating models. Contributed to proposal reviews and facilitated internal communications within a fast-paced environment.Project Head
The Xavier Parliament 2023 · 2024 — 2024Led a university-wide legislative simulation that involved substantial coordination, documentation management, and operational planning. Delegated tasks across an 86-member team while implementing structured workflows and accountability measures. Managed logistics, stakeholder coordination, and project execution from the planning phase through to implementation. Developed operational frameworks and documentation systems that were adapted by subsequent project heads.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering - 2 On Academic LeaveXavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan