Isioma Laura Okocha

Versatile Administrative & Creative Professional
Lagos, NG.

About

Highly organized and results-driven professional with multi-sectoral experience, adept at streamlining operations, enhancing client engagement, and managing complex records. Leverages strong organizational and creative skills to drive efficiency and deliver impactful visual solutions in dynamic professional environments. Proven ability to implement structured systems, improve communication clarity, and enhance brand presence through strategic design.

Work

Lagos State Internal Revenue Service
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Tax Administration Associate

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Administered critical tax records and compliance processes, ensuring accurate data management and enhancing departmental accountability for the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service.

Highlights

Implemented a structured file management system for over 200 critical tax records, significantly enhancing accurate location and retrieval of sensitive documents.

Drafted precise and professional tax correspondence, including Notices of Assessment, Best of Judgment, and Invitations, improving communication clarity and compliance response rates.

Conducted detailed taxpayer profiling and business research, ensuring accurate and up-to-date taxpayer records crucial for effective tax recovery initiatives.

Reviewed over 200 taxpayer files to identify outstanding liabilities and update debt statuses, supporting effective tax recovery initiatives.

Recorded and tracked all Notices of Assessment and taxpayer filings in the system, ensuring no cases were overlooked and enhancing departmental accountability.

Freelance
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Personal/Virtual Assistant

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Provided comprehensive administrative and creative support to diverse freelance clients, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

Highlights

Reduced client inbox clutter by up to 50%, significantly improving client response times and prioritizing time-sensitive communications.

Managed and optimized client calendars, decreasing scheduling conflicts by 30% and ensuring consistent adherence to critical schedules.

Developed and implemented efficient workflows and systems, streamlining day-to-day operations and reducing administrative burden for diverse clients.

Managed client schedules and appointments, achieving a 30% increase in on-time meeting attendance through proactive coordination.

Provided design support using Canva, creating professional social media posts, flyers, and templates that enhanced client branding and online presence.

Freelance
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Graphic Designer

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Delivered impactful graphic design solutions for small businesses, enhancing brand presence and meeting diverse marketing needs through creative visuals.

Highlights

Created brand-aligned logos, flyers, and social media designs for small businesses (e.g., Judeline Ventures, SBO Atelier, The Real Fragrance), enhancing their visual identity.

Designed engaging carousels and digital content using Canva and Figma, supporting effective visual communication strategies and marketing campaigns.

Supported businesses with clean, minimal designs, successfully enhancing their online presence and fulfilling practical marketing requirements.

Education

University of Nigeria
Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria

Bachelor of Arts

Mass Communication

Certificates

Jobberman Soft Skills Training

Issued By

Jobberman

Administrative Professional Foundations

Issued By

LinkedIn

Virtual Assistant Certification

Issued By

ALX Africa

Google Workspace Certification

Issued By

Udemy

Virtual Assistant Training

Issued By

Udemy

Agile Project Management

Issued By

HP Life

Project Management (with Slack and Asana)

Issued By

AQskill

Skills

Administrative & Organizational Skills

Organizational Skills, Strategic Planning, Adaptability, Teamwork, Communications, Attention to Detail, File Management, Research, Confidentiality, Time Management.

Digital & Creative Tools

Social Media Management, Canva, Figma, Google Workspace.

Project Management

Agile Project Management, Slack, Asana.