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Gresa Abrashi

Brussels

Summary

Highly organized Executive Assistant with notable experience in managing complex calendars, coordinating international travel, and overseeing high-level meeting preparation. Strong administrative skills including proficiency in MS Office Suite and CRM systems. Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Assistant to CEO and Office Manager

Rasmussen Global
Brussels
05.2023 - Current

· Provide executive support to CEO and senior leadership across key European regions and Kyiv, ensuring seamless operations.

· Manage complex diary scheduling, international travel arrangements, visas itineraries and high-profile meeting coordination for CEO and team.

· Oversee confidential business matters, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and company policies.

· Monitor incoming calls, emails and posts, highlighting urgent correspondence for immediate attention.

· Coordinated board meetings, including scheduling, distributing materials, and taking minutes.

· Coordinate office operations, vendor contracts, and procurement, ensuring an efficient and professional work environment.

· Develope and maintain a filing system for critical documents, ensuring easy access and organization.

· Act as HR liaison, handling payroll support, benefits, recruitment, onboarding, and employee inquiries.

· Facilitate board meetings, prepared agendas, documented minutes, and ensured smooth coordination between departments.

· Supervise office financial payments, budget tracking, accounting, invoicing and liaised with accounting team for expense reconciliation.

· Organize corporate events, team retreats, and networking activities, reinforcing company culture and engagement.

· Led office relocations and new office openings, overseeing logistics and workspace optimization.

· Manage high-level correspondence, act as the first point of contact, and ensured seamless communication across global teams.

Head of Administration and Controlling/Finance

Austrian Development Agency - Austrian Embassy
Prishtina
04.2017 - 11.2022

· Ensured sound financial management of the office, ensuring compliance with ADA and EU budgetary policies.

· Monitored budgets and expenditures, preparing detailed reports and financial forecasts.

· Managed small project funds and large-scale grants, including reporting, evaluations, and budget revisions.

· Ensured compliance with local tax and financial regulations, liaising with authorities for tax exemption and VAT refunds.

· Handled procurement activities, contract management, and financial oversight of office operations.

· Led accounting processes, payroll management, and financial audits in coordination with ADA HQ.

· Managed HR processes, including recruitment, employment contracts, payroll accounting, and personnel data administration.

· Coordinated office administration, inventory, IT support, security checks, and facility maintenance.

· Oversaw PR and visibility initiatives, ensuring project success stories were promoted among key stakeholders.

· Handled sensitive information with confidentiality, demonstrating discretion and integrity in all interactions.

· Managed complex diaries and scheduled appointments for the Deputy Ambassador, optimizing their time and priorities.

· Supervised official vehicle usage, service maintenance, and ensured compliance with insurance and reporting policies.

· Liaised with Austrian Embassy staff and ADA HQ for seamless financial and administrative coordination

Human Resource / Administrative and Logistics

Civilian Police International
Prishtina
10.2011 - 07.2016

· Managed payroll, tax declarations, and financial compliance, ensuring adherence to internal and external audits.

· Oversaw office management, monitored project implementations, and ensured efficient workforce scheduling.

· Maintained HR records, monitored leave programs, and managed employee contracts and personnel files.

· Coordinated procurement contracts in line with U.S. Department of State regulations.

· Managed banking, direct deposits, and insurance documentation for employees.

· Scheduled high-level meetings, streamlined administrative processes, and improved office efficiency.

· Developed automated reporting systems and ensured seamless information sharing across departments

Education

Master of Arts - Organizational Psychology

College Dardania
Prishtina, Kosovo
04-2019

Bachelor of Arts - German Language And Literature

University of Prshtina
Prishtina, Kosovo
05-2009

Skills

  • Schedule meetings
  • Handling Confidential Documents
  • Complex travel arrangements
  • Logistics and schedule management
  • Office management
  • Project management
  • Information confidentiality
  • Spreadsheet tracking
  • Calendar management
  • Administrative support specialist
  • Schedule & calendar planning
  • Accounting and bookkeeping

References

References available upon request.

Certification

Risk assessment training, 2022

Code of conduct, 2022

Legal Human Resource, 2021

Project Cycle Management Training, 2020

PR and Social Media Training, 2018 and 2019

Executive Assistant Training, 2018

Export Compliance Awareness Training, 2016

Annual Ethics Training CPI 2015

Ethics Brief CPI, 2014

Foreign corrupt practice act training, 2014

Anti Corruption / Global Edition, 2013

Code of Conduct Training CPI, 2012

Languages

Albanian
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Accomplishments

  • During my current role as the Executive Assistant to the CEO, I have earned the trust and confidence of the leadership team through my dedication and hard work. As a result, I have been entrusted with additional HR responsibilities. Given the sensitive nature of our company's work, where confidentiality is paramount, this recognition of my contributions is particularly meaningful to me

Affiliations

I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. Whenever I have spare time, I go for long walks with my dog. I enjoy listening to vinyl records and I do enjoy traveling.

Timeline

Executive Assistant to CEO and Office Manager

Rasmussen Global
05.2023 - Current

Head of Administration and Controlling/Finance

Austrian Development Agency - Austrian Embassy
04.2017 - 11.2022

Human Resource / Administrative and Logistics

Civilian Police International
10.2011 - 07.2016

Master of Arts - Organizational Psychology

College Dardania

Bachelor of Arts - German Language And Literature

University of Prshtina
Gresa Abrashi