I am a seasoned administrative professional with a track record of supporting senior leaders and coordinating complex projects across higher education and nonprofit settings. I excel at calendar management, stakeholder communication, and delivering polished events and materials that advance organizational goals. I thrive in fast-paced environments, building strong relationships with faculty, staff, donors, and partners while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused mindset. I am eager to bring my collaborative approach, project management skills, and operational know-how to roles that combine strategy, people, and process.

Rhonda Yvette Williams

I am a seasoned administrative professional with a track record of supporting senior leaders and coordinating complex projects across higher education and nonprofit settings. I excel at calendar management, stakeholder communication, and delivering polished events and materials that advance organizational goals. I thrive in fast-paced environments, building strong relationships with faculty, staff, donors, and partners while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused mindset. I am eager to bring my collaborative approach, project management skills, and operational know-how to roles that combine strategy, people, and process.

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I am a seasoned administrative professional with a track record of supporting senior leaders and coordinating complex projects across higher education and nonprofit settings. I excel at calendar management, stakeholder communication, and delivering polished events and materials that advance organizational goals.

I thrive in fast-paced environments, building strong relationships with faculty, staff, donors, and partners while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused mindset. I am eager to bring my collaborative approach, project management skills, and operational know-how to roles that combine strategy, people, and process.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Executive Assistant at Haverford College / AppleOne – Founders Hall
May 2, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Provided strategic, confidential administrative support to the Vice President, enhancing campus-wide communication and project execution. Created a positive image for the office and led collaborative efforts with IT and faculty for high-profile events. Coordinated and pre-produced materials, including a video/audio montage and a guest invitation process; maintained the VP's calendar and travel arrangements; supported board and department-level initiatives.
Administrative Coordinator at University of Pennsylvania – Perelman School of Medicine
March 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Managed communications, scheduling, and travel for the Vice President and the Office of Equity and Inclusion; coordinated events and donor communications; prepared presentations and reports; supported graduate students, faculty, and staff; ensured confidentiality and compliance with university policies.
Administrative Coordinator at Racial Empowerment Collaborative, Graduate School of Education – University of Pennsylvania
July 24, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Acted as central contact for a high-profile Child Psychologist team; maintained REC calendar and event listings; collaborated with faculty, students, and partners to plan and execute programs; organized annual lectures and community outreach; prepared program materials and coordinated with external guests; cultivated ongoing partnerships and governance communications.
Office Manager / Administrative Assistant II at Catholic Charities Diocese of Trenton
November 1, 2015 - October 10, 2025
Implemented SOPs across multiple counties to improve disaster response workflows; gathered and summarized data for statewide disaster delivery; coordinated client referrals and services; managed scheduling, travel, and event logistics; maintained confidential client files and cross-location records.
Executive Assistant at National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) – New York, NY
March 16, 2016 - October 10, 2025
Managed day-to-day operations for senior executives, including confidential file handling, scheduling, and communications; organized calendars, travel, and meetings; coordinated finance and board-related tasks; served as a liaison with legal and industry stakeholders.
Administrative Assistant II at DPT Microbiology Lab – Laketown, New Jersey
May 1, 2013 - October 10, 2025
Maintained laboratory supplies and weekly inventory; reviewed and disseminated SOPs; tracked test results and archival records; ensured accuracy of forms and lab test reporting; managed archival documentation and inventory records.
Temporary Program Assistant at University of Pennsylvania – Graduate School of Education
November 1, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Maintained and updated student files; supported program operations and communications; assisted with admissions events and general office tasks; contributed to open houses and faculty meetings.
ESL Instructor at Suffolk University
December 1, 2002 - October 10, 2025
Taught English as a Second Language to university students and adult learners in Senegal; organized and delivered cross-cultural lessons; designed lesson plans to develop study, writing, listening, and speaking skills; supported learners preparing for international study.
ESL Instructor at CESAG Management Institute
December 1, 2005 - October 10, 2025
Taught English as a Second Language to university students in Dakar, Senegal; designed and delivered training on academic skills development, research writing, and cross-cultural communication; created cross-cultural lesson plans for corporate and professional students.
VIP Ambassador at United States Tennis Association (USTA)
September 18, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Greeted and guided celebrities and high-profile guests; provided guidance and responded to guest concerns with calm professionalism; maintained positive demeanor and core event expectations; communicated via radio when necessary to ensure smooth operations.
Executive Assistant at New Jersey Department of Community Affairs
September 1, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Provided dedicated support to the Chief Financial Officer and executive team; tracked vendor invoices and daily financial activity; coordinated internal and external meetings; maintained organizational flow and calendar across departments; ensured timely documentation and reporting.
Executive Assistant at Haverford College / Apple One
May 2, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Provided strategic, confidential administrative support to the Vice President; created and maintained a positive image for the College and VP of Equity & Inclusion; initiated and managed projects using project management skills; managed flow of information between the Vice President and campus community; scheduled travel and meetings; prepared required documents and meeting minutes; coordinated campus-wide event logistics.
Administrative Coordinator at University of Pennsylvania – Perelman School of Medicine
March 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Vital point of contact for the high-profile Chair of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine; coordinated international and domestic calendars and events with faculty, staff, fellows and residents; processed monthly travel expenses and reimbursements; prepared data and presentations; supported travel/hotel arrangements and board meeting logistics; attended meetings on behalf of the chair.
Administrative Coordinator at Racial Empowerment Collaborative - University of Pennsylvania – Graduate School of Education
July 24, 2024 - October 10, 2025
High-visibility role supporting a senior leader; managed REC calendar events; coordinated with faculty, staff, fellows and students; oversaw 40-60 graduate assistants; created and updated guest lists and rosters; collaborated with internal and external partners; organized travel for speakers and events.
Temporary Program Assistant II at Graduate School of Education – University of Pennsylvania
November 1, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Maintained student files and electronic records; processed student paperwork (exam registrations, etc.); supported admissions events; assisted with monthly faculty meetings; managed program materials.
Office Manager/ Administrative Assistant II at Catholic Charities Diocese of Trenton – Disaster Response Program
November 1, 2015 - October 10, 2025
Implemented standard operating procedures; gathered and summarized data for disaster relief efforts (Hurricane Sandy) across multiple diocesan agencies; provided daily support to the program leadership; coordinated with disaster case managers and state/local agencies; scheduled meetings and maintained case files for a large client dataset; organized workspace and rosters.
Executive Assistant at National Basketball Players Association
March 16, 2016 - October 10, 2025
Managed day-to-day operations for senior executives; maintained expense reports for three senior managers; coordinated franchise union meetings and travel; handled confidential correspondence and documents; hosted NBA All-Star Week activities; supported internal and external stakeholder communications.
Office Manager / Administrative Assistant II at New Jersey Department of Community Affairs – Disaster Response Program
September 1, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Coordinated disaster response workflows; prepared and organized vendor invoices and calendars for CFO and team; maintained confidential information and documents; scheduled internal/external meetings; liaised between central administration and county/district disaster response teams; managed multi-location coordination for Hurricane Sandy survivors.
U.S. Open VIP Ambassador at USTA (United States Tennis Association)
September 18, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Greeted and guided celebrities and high-profile guests; managed seating and viewing boxes; provided courteous, proactive assistance and addressed guest concerns; maintained professional demeanor and to-the-letter adherence to event protocols; served as key liaison for players, team members, and families as needed.
Executive Assistant at National Basketball Players Association – NBA
March 16, 2016 - October 10, 2025
Managed day-to-day operations for senior executives; organized and maintained calendars; processed and reported expenses; coordinated meetings and travel; handled highly confidential information; supported executives during high-profile events including international travel.
ESL Instructor at Suffolk University – Dakar, Senegal
December 5, 2002 - October 10, 2025
Taught English as a second language to university students; coordinated lectures and coursework; developed cross-cultural lesson plans; enhanced study, research, writing, listening, and speaking skills for ESL students and working professionals.
ESL Instructor at Cesag Management Institute – Dakar, Senegal
December 5, 2005 - October 10, 2025
Taught English as a second language to university students; supported academic skills development; designed cross-cultural lesson plans for corporate/professional students; taught West African students in international schools and NGOs.
Executive Assistant at Haverford College / AppleOne
May 25, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Provided strategic, confidential administrative support to the Vice President; created a positive office environment and managed project coordination tasks; organized and executed department-wide virtual production/events.
Administrative Coordinator at Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
March 24, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Provided administrative coordination and calendar management for the Vice President; supported department-wide events and data preparation for reports; maintained professional communications and logistics.
Administrative Coordinator at Racial Empowerment Collaborative, Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania
July 24, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Managed client relations, organized annual events, and supported daily operations; collaborated with faculty and staff to produce timely reports; coordinated calendars and travel for program activities.
Administrative Assistant II at DPT Microbiology Lab, Lakewood, New Jersey
May 1, 2013 - October 10, 2025
Managed lab supplies, maintained inventory, reviewed and disseminated SOP forms, organized archival records, and supported laboratory technicians during testing processes.
Office Manager / Administrative Assistant II at Catholic Charities Diocese of Trenton – Disaster Response Program
November 15, 2015 - October 10, 2025
Implemented SOPs with county teams; gathered and summarized data for disaster response; managed case files for hurricane Sandy survivors across multiple counties and coordinated event logistics.
Executive Assistant at New Jersey Department of Community Affairs
September 18, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Provided dedicated, reliable support to the Chief Financial Officer and executive team; managed calendars, finance-related tasks, and internal/external communications; oversaw departmental scheduling and reporting processes.
Executive Assistant at National Basketball Players Association
March 16, 2016 - October 10, 2025
Managed day-to-day operations for senior executives in the legal arm of the association; maintained expense reports; coordinated meetings and travel for franchise union events; served as hospitality liaison during NBA Week.

Education

Master of Science in Legal Studies at Kaplan University
September 1, 2009 - May 1, 2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communications at Bennett College
August 1, 1988 - May 1, 1992
Master of Science in Legal Studies at Kaplan University
September 1, 2009 - May 1, 2011
Bachelor of Arts – Communications at Bennett College
August 1, 1988 - May 1, 1992
Master of Science in Legal Studies at Kaplan University
September 1, 2009 - May 1, 2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communications at Benedict College
August 1, 1988 - May 1, 1992

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Industry Experience

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