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Paula Andra Matei

Paula Andra Matei

Dubai,U.A.E

Summary

Highly motivated individual with a degree in economy of commerce, tourism and services, possessing a strong understanding of office procedures and document management.

Skilled in scheduling, data entry, and maintaining accurate records. Demonstrates a self-motivated attitude to solve challenging situations effectively.

Quick learner with excellent communication skills, dependable, organized, and computer savvy.

Seeking to provide reliable support in an administrative role while aiming to evolve further in office management.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Maternity leave

-
07.2021 - 04.2025

During my maternity leave, I took the opportunity to develop and enhance my skill set.
That involved enrolling in online courses, attending webinars, reading and volunteering to ensure I remained up to date with industry happenings.

Key responsibilities:


  • Developed strong organizational, multitasking and communication skills;
  • Coordinated school workloads, researched homeschool curriculums, managed education and household budgets, and maintained complex calendars;
  • Volunteered as a school counselor;
  • Volunteered in animal rescue;
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity;
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Cabin crew

EMIRATES AIRLINE
02.2016 - 07.2021
  • Attend regular pre-flight briefings in order to receive the assigned working position for each flight;
  • Perform pre-fight checks to equipment safety, the availability of on-board refreshments and special requests, first aid equipment;
  • Respond to passengers with special requirements such as special meal requests, accessibility or communication challenges, wheelchairs, VIPS, frequent flyer passengers, and infant seat requirements;
  • Administer first aid to passengers when required and deal with medical situations in a discrete and professional manner whilst keeping the situation and passenger calm and reassured;
  • Ensuring the safety and security of the passengers, colleges and aircraft using training knowledge;
  • Delivering products and services with honor and excellency;
  • Maintaining immaculate Image&Uniform standards;
  • Dutty free sales; responsible for identifying customers needs, pitching relevant products or services and ensuring they have a positive experience from start to finish.

Assistant Manager

CAPITAL PROJECT CONSULTING
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Consultant in project implementation with European funds;
  • Monitoring project using specific tools for measuring the progress of a project - progress report;
  • Making weekly/monthly activity reports;
  • Checking and approving of the payment folder;
  • Assistance in organizing the selection, purchase contracts services/works/supplies necessary for project implementation;
  • Promptly and meticulously prepared legal documents;
  • Performed extensive document reviews and produced numerous transcripts;
  • Assistance for recipients to successfully implement the project;
  • Conducted team meetings on a regular basis, promoting open communication within the team;
  • Assisted in recruitment process to build an effective workforce.


Consultant

STRUCTURAL ING
03.2013 - 01.2015
  • Consultant in project implementation with European funds;
  • Communicating with managers regarding customer concerns and employee matters;
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting thorough audits and reviews.
  • Collaborated with a variety of industry professionals for effective project delivery.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously whilst ensuring timely completion and quality control.
  • Reviewed company policies regularly, aligning them with changing legal requirements.
  • Communicated with staff at all organizational levels to assess current systems.

Administrator of family business

RESTAURANT "CLUB M"
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Answering and referring inquiries at the phone and emails; Welcome visitors by greeting them; supervising, the responsibility of a proper function of the events, courtesy towards the customer, catering.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - The economy of commerce, tourism and services

Ovidius University
Constanta - Romania
01.2010 - 01.2013

Skills


  • Problem-solving
  • Calm under pressure
  • Customer relationship management
  • Negotiation techniques
  • Persuasive communicator
  • Meetings and presentations
  • Booking administration

Languages

Romanian
Native
English
Advanced

Timeline

Maternity leave

-
07.2021 - 04.2025

Cabin crew

EMIRATES AIRLINE
02.2016 - 07.2021

Assistant Manager

CAPITAL PROJECT CONSULTING
03.2015 - 12.2015

Consultant

STRUCTURAL ING
03.2013 - 01.2015

Bachelor's Degree - The economy of commerce, tourism and services

Ovidius University
01.2010 - 01.2013

Administrator of family business

RESTAURANT "CLUB M"
01.2009 - 01.2012
Paula Andra Matei