Arpita Das

Principal Administrative Officer

Uttara, BD.

About

Highly organized and culturally adaptable administrative professional with over a decade of experience in international non-governmental organizations (INGOs). Proven ability to manage complex administrative functions, procurement processes, and logistical support under demanding workloads, ensuring efficient operations and successful project execution. Seeking to leverage strong task management and multicultural collaboration skills to drive exceptional performance in a reputable non-professional organization.

Work

Swisscontact-Katalyst

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Principal Administrative Officer

Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh

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Summary

Led comprehensive administrative and procurement operations for Katalyst, a multi-donor development aid project, ensuring efficient resource management and seamless project execution across various initiatives.

Highlights

Managed and optimized procurement processes for services, goods, and consultants, ensuring strict adherence to organizational policies and achieving efficient resource acquisition for a multi-donor development aid project.

Directed comprehensive administrative operations for both head and field offices, encompassing facility maintenance, utility management, safety, security, and meticulous documentation, ensuring seamless project functionality.

Streamlined vendor and contractor relations, coordinating with suppliers and consultants to guarantee timely delivery, quality assurance, and accurate payment processing for all project-related goods and services.

Orchestrated complex logistical support for workshops, seminars, and training events, handling all aspects from venue selection to participant accommodation and transport, facilitating successful knowledge transfer initiatives.

Managed all travel arrangements including visas, flights, and hotel bookings for internal staff, expatriate personnel, and international visitors, ensuring smooth and efficient mobility crucial for project operations.

Implemented robust inventory and asset management systems, maintaining detailed records in Fixed Assets Register and stock registers, which enhanced accountability and optimized resource utilization across the organization.

Provided critical support for special projects, including the strategic opening and closing of project satellite offices, demonstrating adaptability and comprehensive involvement in project lifecycle management.

Supervised and supported administrative staff, monitoring attendance and work distribution, and serving as a key point person for new employee integration, fostering a productive and well-coordinated team environment.

Education

Chittagong University of Bangladesh

Chittagong, Chittagong, Bangladesh
Masters Public Administration Grade: 2nd class

Chittagong University of Bangladesh

Chittagong, Chittagong, Bangladesh
Bachelor (Honors) Public Administration Grade: 2nd class

Chittagong Govt. Girls Colleges

Comilla, Comilla, Bangladesh
Higher Secondary Certificate Grade: Second division

Cox's Bazar Govt. Girls. High School

Cox's Bazar, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
Secondary School Certificate Grade: 1st division

Languages

Bengali

English

Certificates

Earthquake Preparedness

Strategic Edge International Switzerland

IELTS Preparation

British Council Bangladesh

Leadership for Advanced Managers

MDF Indochina Training and Consultancy

Business English Skills, Grammar and Writing, Module B

British Council

Business English Skills, Grammar and Writing Module A

British Council

Fire safety and management

Bangladesh Red Crescent Society

Management Skills

MDF Pacific Indonesia Training and Consultancy

VAT and Income Tax

Institute of Cost & Management Accounting (ICMAB)

General English

British council

Procurement Procedure for Goods

Selta Associates

Skills

Computer Proficiency

MS-Word, MS-Excel, PowerPoint, MS-Outlook, Internet, E-mail, Send, Access, Browsing, IBM Lotus notes.

Organizational Skill

Administrative works, Procurement (INGO).

Cultural Adaptation

Multi-cultural nationalism, Global understanding.

Task Management

Workload management, Administrative environment (educational institutes), Organizing seminars, Symposium, Cultural events.

References

Mr. Md. Mahmuduzzaman

Team Leader, Swisscontact, Swiss Foundation for Technical Co-Operation, Project Name: M4C, House No: 19, Rd No 11, Baridhara, Dhaka, Dhaka 1212. Tel: 01713-144280, E-mail: sm.mahmuduzzaman@swisscontact.org

Mr. Gupta Bahadur Banjara

Team Leader, Swisscontact, Swiss Foundation for Technical Co-Operation, Project Name: Sahaj-Nepal Agricultural Market Development Programme (NAMDP), Sanepa Marg, Kupondole-10, Lalitpur, Nepal. Tel: +9779851052623, +97715528508, E-mail: gb.banjara@swisscontact.org