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Maria Caian Senior Project Assistant

About Me

As a versatile and experienced Senior Project Assistant, I am adept at providing comprehensive administrative and operational support to ensure the successful execution of projects. With a keen passion for problem-solving, continuous learning, and a dedicated commitment to fostering business growth, I leverage strong communication skills, technological prowess, and a natural inclination for process optimization. My proficiency lies in organizing and maintaining project documentation, managing robust communication channels with clients, team development and support, meeting coordination, report preparation, and data management. My ability to solve complex problems with minimal guidance and anticipate client and team members’ needs further enhances my effectiveness in project management.

Education

  • MA in Ethics in International Affairs at University of Limerick

    2016/2017
  • BA in English and German Language and Literature at Transilvania University of Brasov

    2013/2016

Experience

  • Senior Project Assistant

    2022/2023

    Providing comprehensive administrative and operational support to ensure the successful execution of projects with proficiency in organizing and maintaining study documentation, robust communication with clients and team support, effective meeting coordination, report preparation and data gathering, and facilitating seamless project operations. Key responsibilities include:

    Documentation Management: Expertly organizing and maintaining project documentation, preparing for audits, reconciliations, and archiving to ensure compliance and efficiency.

    Communication Management and Client Interaction: Managing robust communication channels with clients, sites, CROs, and CRAs for seamless information flow and query resolution. Facilitating effective collaboration and decision-making through clear correspondence, meeting scheduling, and prompt client support.

    Meeting Coordination and Project Support: Supporting Project Managers by assisting in agenda preparation, compiling meeting minutes, and conducting client teleconferences in their absence, ensuring seamless project progression and fostering effective communication with clients, and ensuring thorough follow-up on action items to propel project advancement.

    Report Preparation and Data Management: Skillfully preparing and distributing project reports, gathering data, and maintaining meticulous project tracking systems for informed decision-making and efficient project management.

    Quality Control: Reviewing deliverables and upholding project standards to ensure excellence in execution.

    Training and Supervision: Assisting in coordinating site trainings, supervising Study Centers to ensure availability of study supplies, managing system accesses, and addressing queries effectively.

    Team Development: Playing a pivotal role in training new project assistants and actively participating in interviews for potential candidates, fostering a skilled and cohesive project team.

  • Project Assistant

    2019/2022

    Providing comprehensive administrative and operational support to ensure the successful execution of projects with proficiency in organizing and maintaining study documentation, including preparation for audits, reconciliations, and archival procedures, and facilitating seamless project operations. Key responsibilities include:

    Documentation Management: Proficiently organizing and maintaining project documentation, ensuring compliance and efficiency during audits and reconciliations.
    Communication Management: Managing robust channels with clients, CROs, and CRAs for seamless information flow and query resolution, enhancing collaboration and decision-making.
    Meeting Coordination: Assisting Project Managers with agenda preparation, meeting minutes, and client teleconferences, fostering project progression and effective communication.
    Report Preparation: Skillfully preparing and distributing project reports, ensuring timely delivery to support informed decision-making and accurate project tracking.
    Quality Control: Reviewing deliverables and upholding project standards to ensure excellence in execution.
    Administrative Support: Providing comprehensive assistance, including filing, organizing documents, and managing supplies with precision.
    Training and Supervision: Coordinating trainings, supervising Study Centers, and participating in team development to foster a skilled and cohesive project team.

  • Corporate Governance Research Associate

    As member of the Governance Research Team, my role consisted of producing governance research reports for the Germanic markets, namely for the Swiss, Austrian, and German markets.
    In particular, I analysed company filings, translated and summarized proposals, and proposed voting recommendations for the Company’s clients. I have also participated in the training of the new team members.

  • Corporate Governance Research Associate

    As member of the Governance Research Team, my role consisted of producing governance research reports for the Germanic markets, namely for the Swiss, Austrian, and German markets.
    In particular, I analysed company filings, translated and summarized proposals, and proposed voting recommendations for the Company’s clients.

  • Technical Support Agent

    Offering technical support to customers having E-Mail issues.
    Offering technical support to customers having landline and broadband issues.

  • News Article Writer and Editor

    Article writing and editing.
    News page editing.
    Translating up-to-date, and live pieces of international news: English, German, and French.
    Comments section management and proofing.

  • Intern

    Organizing and Engaging in weekly reading activities for children.
    Development of administrative, organisational, and communication skills.

  • Tutor in English, German, and Romanian

    2012/2017

    Helping Students of various age groups in acquiring, and developing their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in English, German, and Romanian.
    Helping mature students acquire necessary language-operating skills for international jobs.