Salimata Diallo
Junior Advertising Manager
Dakar,Senegal
Summary
Self-motivated advertising manager with a background in planning small to large events such as fundraising, team building, conferences and galas. Bringing more than three years hands-on experience and success in helping plan corporate and special events from start to finish while maintaining highest levels of client satisfaction. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in event industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Advertising Manager
Yelenah
Dakar, Senegal
01.2022 - Current
- Managed the day-to-day planning and execution of corporate and client facing events and industry conferences, including pre and post-event communications
- Worked alongside the graphic designer to design a logo for clients
- Handled client queries on the day of the event
- Prepared reports for clients regarding budgets, pricing, the events' activities and provided a description of the company
- Develop event strategies with the team based on objectives
- Coordinate and manage all event inventory including sales and marketing collateral
- Responsible for all pre-show planning and management of event coordination including: support materials, handle troubleshoot
- Collaborate with across department to contribute to
- Responsible for ordering and tracking event inventory
Teaching Assistant
American International School of Bamako
Bamako, Mali
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
- Maintained a professional demeanor when students are breaking classroom rules
- Reviewed materials with students one-to-one to reinforced learning concepts
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities
Restaurant Staff Member
Delaware North Companies
London , United Kingdom
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices
- Greeting and serving guests while providing a courteous and professional attitude at all times
- Resolving in-depth queries methodically, independently, and with co- workers to find appropriate resolutions for clients’ complaints and difficult customers
- Managing workload effectively during busy times
Event Manager Intern
International Labour Organization
Yaoundé, Cameroon
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted in the organization of two high-level UN events: the visit of the ILO Director-General and the launch of the World Social Protection Report
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, risk mitigation for the event
- Dealing with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to confirm their attendance at the event
- Preparing materials for interviews
- Attending the meetings with public media and employers' organizations
Event Staff Member
Wildgoose Events
London, United Kingdom
03.2017 - 05.2017
- Took the responsibility to load games on all iPads for the event before customers’ arrival and ensured that all event facilities and equipment were set
- Welcomed guests and directed each person to desired activity
- Kept watchful eye on game room participants, monitoring compliance with safety protocols
- Utilised great communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with parties to promote smooth and efficient operations
- Assisted customers with their enquiries
Steward Volunteer
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA)
Paris, France
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Checked spectators’ tickets and directed them promptly to their seats
- Teamed up with other volunteers and security guard in managing crowd dynamics effectively
- Pro-actively assisted French-speaking volunteers by translating
spectators’ queries from English to French - Assisted spectators with their queries such as directing them to other locations in the stadium
- Handled conflicts independently or seeking help from the security guard when the situation is out of control
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Social Event Coordinator
Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
Hatfield, United Kingdom
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Pooled resources with a multi-ethnic team of specialists for effectual operational planning of numerous events, resulting in the achievement of set operational goals
- Rendered expertise for resourceful alignment of operational activities with defined budgetary constraints
- Collaborated with senior management to organize required resources for constructive execution of events
- Maintained strong social media and brand presence across Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter
Education
Master of Science - Management
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom 01.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Event Management And Marketing
University of Hertforshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom 09.2014 - 05.2017
No Degree - Business
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom 09.2013 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Sahel Academy
Niamey, Niger 11.2011 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
American School of Antananarivo
Antananarivo, Madagascar 09.2008 - 11.2011
Skills
Social Media Management
Certification
Business Communications (AEB) - No Expiration Date
Accomplishments
Verified International Academic Qualifications - World Education Services (WES), 2020
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Advertising Manager
Yelenah
01.2022 - Current
Teaching Assistant
American International School of Bamako
10.2019 - 06.2021
Business Communications (AEB) - No Expiration Date
12-2018
Certificate of participation for raising money for Teens Unite Fighting Cancer - No Expiration Date
12-2018
Restaurant Staff Member
Delaware North Companies
10.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Management
University of Hertfordshire
01.2018 - 05.2019
Event Manager Intern
International Labour Organization
11.2017 - 12.2017
Event Staff Member
Wildgoose Events
03.2017 - 05.2017
Volunteer Certificate for the UEFA EURO 2016 - No Expiration Date
07-2016
Steward Volunteer
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA)
06.2016 - 07.2016
Social Event Coordinator
Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
10.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Event Management And Marketing
University of Hertforshire
09.2014 - 05.2017
No Degree - Business
University of Hertfordshire
09.2013 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Sahel Academy
11.2011 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
American School of Antananarivo
09.2008 - 11.2011
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