Hello, I’m Rafaela Pinto,a administrative, research and customer operations professional with hands-on experience in public administration, documentation, client service and project support. I excel at turning complex information into clear processes, supporting teams to stay organized and responsive across local associations, census projects and educational initiatives. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology and am currently pursuing a Master's in Forensic Anthropology. I’ve also completed training in digital marketing, event organisation, online teaching and customer-facing operations. I’m open to international and remote opportunities in administration, customer support, operations, research assistance, coordination, and back-office work.

Rafaela

Hello, I’m Rafaela Pinto,a administrative, research and customer operations professional with hands-on experience in public administration, documentation, client service and project support. I excel at turning complex information into clear processes, supporting teams to stay organized and responsive across local associations, census projects and educational initiatives. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology and am currently pursuing a Master's in Forensic Anthropology. I’ve also completed training in digital marketing, event organisation, online teaching and customer-facing operations. I’m open to international and remote opportunities in administration, customer support, operations, research assistance, coordination, and back-office work.

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Hello, I’m Rafaela Pinto,a administrative, research and customer operations professional with hands-on experience in public administration, documentation, client service and project support. I excel at turning complex information into clear processes, supporting teams to stay organized and responsive across local associations, census projects and educational initiatives.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and am currently pursuing a Master’s in Forensic Anthropology. I’ve also completed training in digital marketing, event organisation, online teaching and customer-facing operations. I’m open to international and remote opportunities in administration, customer support, operations, research assistance, coordination, and back-office work.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Research Intern in Social Studies at CRIA - Centre for Research in Anthropology
July 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Conducted desk and field research on Rwandan society, culture and history using ethnographic methods and qualitative interviews. Applied social anthropology frameworks to analyse social structures, power relations, cultural identities and belief systems. Contributed to research related to the 1994 Rwandan genocide, including victim identification, exhumation analysis and reconstruction of historical narratives. Prepared research reports, academic content and educational materials supporting awareness, justice and human-rights discussions.
Administrative and Communication Coordinator at ARCAR - Recreational and Cultural Association of Ruivais
November 1, 2017 - Present
Prepare administrative documents, financial reports and project drafts while supporting planning and organisational activities. Support communication, community initiatives, event promotion and fundraising logistics for a local association. Contribute to project development and coordination of local cultural and recreational activities.
Enumerator (Census 2021) at Statistics Portugal (INE) Ferreiros de Tendais / Cinfães
March 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Collected demographic and household data through in-person interviews, ensuring accuracy, consistency and confidentiality. Planned field routes efficiently, met collection targets and maintained regular progress reporting with supervisors. Handled reluctant or unavailable respondents diplomatically and resolved fieldwork issues in real time.
Administrative Assistant at Parish Council of Ferreiros de Tendais
October 1, 2013 - October 1, 2024
Provided front-office support, correspondence handling, document issuance and day-to-day administrative assistance. Supported minutes, budgets, municipal documentation, records organisation and local-government processes. Assisted with events, public communication and logistical tasks involving direct contact with the local population.
Customer Support Representative at Adecco / Transcom Portugal
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Handled customer enquiries and problem solving through phone, email, online chat and direct support channels. Registered interactions in CRM-style systems, followed up on requests and maintained service quality standards. Supported product and service communication with a focus on clear guidance and issue resolution.
Commercial Manager at Heading / NOS Portugal
April 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Supported commercial strategy, market analysis, proposal development and customer relationship management. Contributed to sales support, negotiation preparation, performance monitoring and new-business development.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology at University of Coimbra
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Master's Degree in Forensic Anthropology at University of Coimbra
January 1, 2020 - March 30, 2026

Qualifications

Digital Marketing / Business Strategy - IEFP
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
Event Organisation Technician - IEFP
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
Dental Assistant Technician - IEFP
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
Initial Trainer Training (CCP) - INOVSABER
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
E-Tutor / E-Trainer - INOVSABER
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
Digital Proficiency - IEFP (ongoing)
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment