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Carmen Ellender Diogo
Financial Officer
PEMBA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven financial and administrative professional with over 12 years of diverse experience in financial management, logistics, and high-level administrative support. Currently serving as a Financial Assistant at Diamond Logistics Lda, a key vendor for the UN, INGOs, NGOs, and the private sector, fostering a deep understanding of international administrative, compliance, and financial standards. Expertise in budget control, meticulous financial reporting, and administrative compliance, complemented by a solid background in Computer Engineering and proficiency in web-based systems. Committed to leveraging extensive experience and a proven track record in managing critical operations to enhance program delivery for the UNDP's mission in Pemba.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
2
Languages
Work History
Diamond Logistics Lda
Financial Officer
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Diamond Logistics is a critical service provider to the UN, INGOs, NGOs, and the private sector, demonstrating a proven ability to meet high-level financial and administrative compliance standards required by international clients.
- Plays a vital role in the company's operational backbone, ensuring financial stability for logistics and enabling program delivery across the entire country, including high-risk areas.
- Experienced in analyzing and preparing comprehensive financial reports for decision making.
- Achieves high efficiency in cash flow management and expense control.
Mar a Vista Restaurante e Bar
Owner & Manager
11.2022 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Directed all facets of the business as Owner and Manager (revised title), leading operations planning and team supervision.
- Implemented measures for cost control to reduce expenses and increase profitability.
- Managed catering, successfully supporting innumerous events, demonstrating logistical and event management capabilities.
HNS Combustiveis
Financial Manager
07.2019 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Strong experience in budget management, cost analysis, and preparation of financial reports.
- Applied strong knowledge in preparing financial projections and expense reduction strategies.
- Experience in team leadership and implementation of internal financial controls.
Medicos del Mundo
Administrative Assistant
08.2013 - 02.2014
Job overview
- Gained administrative experience within an INGO environment, handling file management, correspondence, and supporting management in a development context.
- Experience in managing physical and digital files with meticulous organization.
- Professionalism in coordinating meetings and the manager's agenda.
- Proficiently used Microsoft Office to prepare detailed reports.
Education
Universidade Técnica de MoçambiqueMaputo, Mozambique
Computer Engineering
10.2025
Colégio Diocesano Dom BoscoPemba, Mozambique
High School
01.2007
Skills
- IT & Systems: Background in Computer Engineering, knowledge and experience in the usage of computers and office software (MS Word, Excel), and experience in the handling of web-based management systems
- Financial & Administration: Advanced skills in budget and financial management (planning, monitoring, and reporting), financial analysis, organization, and administration
- Communication & Management: Time management, teamwork, communication, and reports
Community & Social Interventions
Provided social interventions supporting women and children., One of the funders of the New Vision Basketball Team.
Timeline
Financial Officer
Diamond Logistics Lda
01.2024 - Current
Owner & Manager
Mar a Vista Restaurante e Bar
11.2022 - 10.2023
Financial Manager
HNS Combustiveis
07.2019 - 10.2022
Administrative Assistant
Medicos del Mundo
08.2013 - 02.2014
Colégio Diocesano Dom Bosco
High School
Universidade Técnica de Moçambique
Computer Engineering