Years of professional experience working in the community
John Sakala
Social worker, community facilitator
Livingstone,Southern
Summary
Passionate Community Facilitator with a background in community facilitation skills and engagement. Strengths include conflict resolution, project management, and excellent communication skills. Demonstrated impact in previous roles includes successful program implementation and fostering strong relationships within diverse communities. Committed to empowering communities through dialogue and collaborative decision-making processes.
Overview
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Work History
Volunteer/Groups Coordinator
African Impact Livingstone
LIvingstone
2024.03 - 2024.08
- Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to project management activities.
- Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
Youth Mentor/Facilitator
African Impact Foundation
LIvingstone
2023.03 - 2024.02
- Facilitated group activities to help build social skills and increase self-esteem.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, counselors, and other professionals to ensure positive outcomes for youth.
- Organized recreational activities such as field trips and sports teams.
- Created an environment that was safe and supportive for all participants in mentoring sessions.
Community Based Implementer
REPSSI( regional psychosocial support initiative)
LIvingstone
2021.06 - 2022.05
- Engaged with schools and other educational institutions on behalf of students who are struggling academically or socially due to life circumstances.
- Collaborated with family members to provide comprehensive support services to clients.
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
Airtel Money Agent
Airtel store
Chirundu
2020.12 - 2021.05
- Assisted customers with placing orders, answering questions about products, pricing, availability, product uses and credit terms.
- Provided customer service to clients through phone and email communication.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and transactions.
Salesperson
Mwanza's hardware
Chirundu
2020.12 - 2021.05
- Advised customers on the latest product features and benefits.
- Performed regular follow-ups with clients to ensure satisfaction with purchases.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders as needed.
Internet Café Worker
Mwanza's internet cafe
Chirundu
2020.12 - 2021.05
- Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management.
- Assisted newly hired team members by explaining company procedures and safety requirements.
- Addressed customer needs, responding to specific requests.
Salesperson/Offline Typist
Mwanza's internet cafe
Chirundu
2020.12 - 2021.05
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
- Advised customers on the latest product features and benefits.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders as needed.
Education
Diploma In Community Based Work With Children And Youth -
Repssi
Lusaka2024-12
Power electrical certificate -
Mundolobela Skills (MSDP)
Livingstone2021-08
Grade (12) Certificate -
Chirundu Secondary School
Chirundu2020-12
Grade nine (9) Certificate -
Mandenga Primary School
Chirundu2017-11
Grade seven (7) certificate -
Mandenga Primary School
Chirundu2015-11
Skills
- Teamwork
- General computer skills
- Interested in learning new things
- Hard-working
- Works under minimum supervision
- Peer educator
- Effective communication skills
- Facilitation skills
- Effective coordinating skills
- Project Management
- Project Support
- Point of Contact
- Project Coordination
Physicaladdress - Street
Airport Compound M107
ID
National ID: 268470/18/1
PASSPORT#: 063062
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Lusaka
- Date of Birth: 05/23/02
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital Status: Single
- Religion: Christian
Hobbies and Interests
- Listening to music
- Socializing
- Watching comedy videos
- Playing musical instruments
- Playing football
Languages
Nyanja
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Bemba
Elementary (A2)
A2
Tonga
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
- Sander Rixtum, Regional base manager . African impact. +260972014688.
- Mutinta Havuluma, Volunteer manager, African impact Livingstone. +260979974286
- Dr Bwalya Mutale, highlands Livingstone Zambia. +260979883908
- Memory Mundia, Operations manager, African Impact foundation. +260977528135
- Carmen Loscertales, regional project coordinator at peace parks foundation.+34666340879
Timeline
Volunteer/Groups Coordinator
African Impact Livingstone
2024.03 - 2024.08
Youth Mentor/Facilitator
African Impact Foundation
2023.03 - 2024.02
Community Based Implementer
REPSSI( regional psychosocial support initiative)
2021.06 - 2022.05
Airtel Money Agent
Airtel store
2020.12 - 2021.05
Salesperson
Mwanza's hardware
2020.12 - 2021.05
Internet Café Worker
Mwanza's internet cafe
2020.12 - 2021.05
Salesperson/Offline Typist
Mwanza's internet cafe
2020.12 - 2021.05
Diploma In Community Based Work With Children And Youth -
Repssi
Power electrical certificate -
Mundolobela Skills (MSDP)
Grade (12) Certificate -
Chirundu Secondary School
Grade nine (9) Certificate -
Mandenga Primary School
Grade seven (7) certificate -
Mandenga Primary School