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I'm Evelyn Akaliza, an experienced Executive Assistant and Virtual Operations Specialist who has supported executives, NGO leadership teams, and international programs for 8+ years from remote and hybrid setups. I thrive in cross-time-zone environments and excel at keeping complex calendars, coordinating stakeholders, and streamlining operations. I build efficient administrative systems with tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Trello, Notion, Slack, and various CRMs. I’m available for remote roles across global time zones and am eager to contribute to impactful projects.…I'm Evelyn Akaliza, an experienced Executive Assistant and Virtual Operations Specialist who has supported executives, NGO leadership teams, and international programs for 8+ years from remote and hybrid setups. I thrive in cross-time-zone environments and excel at keeping complex calendars, coordinating stakeholders, and streamlining operations. I build efficient administrative systems with tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Trello, Notion, Slack, and various CRMs. I’m available for remote roles across global time zones and am eager to contribute to impactful projects.

Evelyn Akaliza

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I'm Evelyn Akaliza, an experienced Executive Assistant and Virtual Operations Specialist who has supported executives, NGO leadership teams, and international programs for 8+ years from remote and hybrid setups. I thrive in cross-time-zone environments and excel at keeping complex calendars, coordinating stakeholders, and streamlining operations. I build efficient administrative systems with tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Trello, Notion, Slack, and various CRMs. I’m available for remote roles across global time zones and am eager to contribute to impactful projects.…I'm Evelyn Akaliza, an experienced Executive Assistant and Virtual Operations Specialist who has supported executives, NGO leadership teams, and international programs for 8+ years from remote and hybrid setups. I thrive in cross-time-zone environments and excel at keeping complex calendars, coordinating stakeholders, and streamlining operations. I build efficient administrative systems with tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Trello, Notion, Slack, and various CRMs. I’m available for remote roles across global time zones and am eager to contribute to impactful projects.

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I’m Evelyn Akaliza, an experienced Executive Assistant and Virtual Operations Specialist who has supported executives, NGO leadership teams, and international programs for 8+ years from remote and hybrid setups. I thrive in cross-time-zone environments and excel at keeping complex calendars, coordinating stakeholders, and streamlining operations.
I build efficient administrative systems with tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Trello, Notion, Slack, and various CRMs. I’m available for remote roles across global time zones and am eager to contribute to impactful projects.

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Kinyarwanda

Fluent

English

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French

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Work Experience

Youth Program Coordination Intern at UNDP Rwanda

February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023

Supported the coordination of YouthConnekt Africa programs focused on sustainable growth; assisted in stakeholder communication, planning, and execution of youth empowerment events; contributed to project documentation and youth engagement strategies.

Program Associate Intern at UNDP Rwanda

February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023

Aided the management of youth development programs under the Sustainable Growth Unit; liaised between departments and young leaders to improve program visibility and impact.

Freelance Technical Translator & Interpreter at AEER / Help a Child Rwanda

May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023

Provided real-time interpretation and accurate translation of technical documents, training materials, and field reports; ensured consistency and clarity in multilingual communication across teams.

Script Writer & Developer at Rwanda Education Board (REB)

March 1, 2019 - March 1, 2019

Wrote and edited educational scripts for national TV and radio programs; collaborated with subject matter experts to create culturally relevant and engaging content.

Sales & Marketing Intern at Center for Education Network (CEN)

December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018

Promoted educational programs and supported marketing campaigns in rural schools; collected field data to assess educational needs and campaign effectiveness.

Digital Ambassador Program (DAP) Intern at DOT Rwanda

December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018

Delivered digital literacy training to youth and entrepreneurs; facilitated community workshops on ICT tools for social change and business development.

Professional Intern & Volunteer at Urugo Women’s Opportunity Center (Women for Women International)

August 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018

Supported women’s economic empowerment initiatives and cooperative business training; assisted with data collection, workshop facilitation, and community mobilization.

Freelance Translator & Interpreter (Remote) at Laterite Ltd

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017

Interpreted interviews and translated documents for social research projects; ensured accurate communication during qualitative data collection.

Academic Intern at Handicap International – Inclusive Education Project

August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2015

Participated in inclusive education efforts targeting children with disabilities; provided administrative and field support to project staff and educators.

Project/Program Associate (Graduate Intern) at UNDP Rwanda – YouthConnekt Africa Project

August 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023

Coordinated logistics and scheduling for the YouthConnekt Africa Summit (10,000+ participants). Managed stakeholder communication across departments and external partners. Maintained activity trackers and monitoring tools. Drafted briefing notes integrating gender inclusion into program frameworks. Supported reporting and documentation processes for high-level program review.

Technical Translator & Interpreter (Freelance Contract) at Help a Child Rwanda

March 1, 2020 - May 1, 2023

Translated and interpreted 200+ technical, donor, and training documents (English –Kinyarwanda). Provided on-site and remote interpretation support during field data collection. Reviewed documentation for completeness, classification accuracy, and formatting consistency. Implemented structured digital filing systems with standardized naming conventions. Coordinated submission timelines to ensure 100% on-time delivery.

Freelance Script Writer & Content Developer at Rwanda Education Board (REB)

November 1, 2018 - March 1, 2019

Developed 48 educational TV and radio scripts for national broadcast. Collaborated with educators to ensure curriculum alignment and cultural relevance. Managed structured revisions and formatting consistency across deliverables. Maintained strict deadline compliance and documentation accuracy.

Digital Ambassador Intern at DOT Rwanda

September 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018

Recruited and trained 2,000+ youth and entrepreneurs in digital literacy and ICT skills. Delivered workshops on social media marketing, e-commerce, and entrepreneurship. Tracked attendance, outcomes, and post-training performance metrics. Collaborated with local authorities for rural community mobilization.

Administrative Intern / Volunteer at Urugo Women’s Opportunity Center (Women for Women International)

January 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018

Supported cooperative programs through data entry, documentation, and reporting. Coordinated meeting schedules, travel arrangements, and guest services. Maintained accurate financial and operational records. Assisted with monitoring women entrepreneurship outcomes. Supported social media account launch and online visibility initiatives.

Sales & Marketing Intern at Centre for Education Network (CEN)

March 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018

Promoted educational programs across rural schools. Collected and analyzed field data on student enrollment trends. Managed structured revisions and formatting consistency across deliverables. Maintained deadline compliance and documentation accuracy.

Freelance Remote Translator & Interpreter at Laterite Ltd, Rwanda

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Translated qualitative research data on domestic violence, education, and economic inclusion. Facilitated interviews and focus groups to ensure linguistic and contextual accuracy. Reviewed documentation for completeness, classification accuracy, and formatting consistency. Implemented structured digital filing systems with standardized naming conventions.

Intern at Handicap International – Rwanda Inclusive Education Project

August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2015

Assisted inclusive education programs for children with disabilities. Prepared administrative documentation and monitoring reports. Supported documentation processes contributing to internal program evaluation.