Michele Burri Loforte

Educação

Escola Secundaria do Boquisso

ISM-Instituto Superior Monitor

Escola Francesa de Maputo

Head of Admin and Finance

PPS/UNOPS

I was responsible for the administrative, financial, and human resources management of the PPS project, ensuring compliance with UNOPS regulations and providing strategic support for the continuity of operations. During this period, I led procurement and payment processes, managed operational advances and DDR subsidies with strong control and traceability, and supervised the HR department—covering payroll, leave, benefits, contracts, and recruitment. I also coordinated office management and led the administrative team. Key achievements include improving expense tracking and reconciliation, which reduced errors and payment delays, organizing HR processes with updated records, and actively contributing to successful audits through timely and complete documentation.

Head of Secretariat

PPS/ Swiss Embassy Maputo

I was responsible for coordinating the administrative and financial operations of the PPS Secretariat, providing support to the commissions on Military Affairs and Decentralization, international experts, and key stakeholders. During this period, I supervised supplier services to ensure quality and compliance with agreements, contributed to the revision of the administrative procedures manual, and analyzed expenditure requests for conformity with donor and internal requirements. I also monitored budget execution, ensuring alignment between planned and actual expenses, and represented PPS in institutional engagements with PwC and the Swiss Embassy on financial and administrative matters. I ensured compliance during internal and external audits by maintaining well-organized and up-to-date documentation. Key achievements include strengthening internal controls by helping revise the procedures manual, maintaining high compliance standards in financial oversight, and reinforcing PPS’s institutional credibility through effective external representation.

Administrative Assistant to the Head of Secretariat

PPS/Swiss Embassy Maputo

I was responsible for managing office supplies and purchases to ensure continuous availability and smooth daily operations. I coordinated the work of the receptionist, security service, and driver, and prepared all logistics for expert travel and deployments. Additionally, I maintained an updated cash flow with accurate transaction records, organized physical and digital archives, and coordinated interpreters and translators for internal and external meetings. Key achievements include reducing travel delays through proactive booking, improving internal organization with structured and accessible documentation, supporting the logistics of events and meetings, and ensuring proper justification and documentation of all cash withdrawals for monthly financial closure.

Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

PPS/ Swiss Embassy Maputo

I was responsible for managing the front desk, handling and redirecting calls, and providing assistance via email and in person. I monitored visitor access in line with embassy security protocols and ensured the efficient management and distribution of correspondence. My role also included translating and drafting technical documents, emails, and letters in Portuguese and French, as well as acting as a liaison with the Swiss community in Mozambique by supporting communication with the consular section. Key achievements include maintaining a professional and organized reception area, improving internal communication through updated contact lists and better tracking of documents, and earning the trust of the diplomatic team through discretion, punctuality, and clear communication. I was also recognized for providing direct and effective support to Swiss citizens in consular matters.

Human Resources Administrator

SVE Engineering, Lda. / STEVAL Engineering

I was responsible for managing HR administration for over 300 employees, ensuring full compliance with labor laws and internal policies. My tasks included handling recruitment processes, employment contracts, INSS registration, salary deductions, leave management, and payroll processing, as well as organizing national and international travel logistics for the management team. Key achievements include maintaining consistently updated and organized employee records, meeting legal deadlines for payroll and fiscal documentation, reducing payroll errors through detailed timesheet verification, and improving leave management with a functional planning system that prevented overlaps.

Administrative and Financial Manager

Auto Suíça, Lda

I was responsible for overseeing administrative and financial tasks, including document issuance, payroll, and coordination with the accountant on fiscal matters. I also managed vendor communication, bilingual correspondence (Portuguese and French), and improved inventory control systems. Key achievements include reducing payment delays by organizing cash flow more effectively, improving financial oversight through regular bank reconciliations, ensuring timely delivery of fiscal documentation with well-structured processes, and enhancing inventory accuracy by optimizing restocking procedures.

Executive Assistant to the CEO

Joaco Cimentoa Lda.

I was responsible for managing the CEO’s agenda and document organization, planning all travel logistics—including bookings and itineraries—and overseeing internal cash control and invoice issuance for major clients. I also processed payroll and maintained employee records and contracts. Key achievements include reducing executive travel costs through strategic supplier negotiations, digitizing and structuring the CEO’s and administrative files for faster document retrieval, conducting accurate payroll processing and tax compliance, and progressively taking on strategic responsibilities in client relations and billing cycles.