Kanyama Chiyuni
Mazabuka
Summary
Results-oriented Community Engagement Leader experienced in coordinating outreach initiatives and facilitating training for staff. Developed impactful programs and fostered partnerships, enhancing service delivery and driving participation within diverse communities. Dedicated to mentoring volunteers and nurturing community relationships, committed to achieving strategic goals through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
National Coordinator
Operation 9 Villages
Mazabuka
04.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented a national strategy for coordinating and managing activities related to the organization's mission.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local organizations to strengthen service delivery.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to enhance engagement and participation.
- Led volunteer recruitment efforts to ensure adequate staffing for events and programs.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on best practices and program implementation.
- Oversaw data collection and reporting processes to track program effectiveness.
- Managed communications between all stakeholders including staff members, sponsors, partners, vendors, and other external organizations.
- Conducted research on best practices in the field related to current projects or initiatives.
Resident Pastor
Pilgrim Wesleyan Church
Mazabuka
07.2021 - Current
- A Led weekly worship services and preached relevant messages to congregation.
- Provided pastoral care and counseling to individuals and families in need.
- Provided spiritual leadership to church staff, volunteers, and parishioners.
- Delivered sermons during Sunday morning services and other occasions throughout the week.
- Mentored church staff and volunteers, fostering spiritual growth and leadership.
- Counseled individuals in need of spiritual guidance or facing personal crises.
- Conducted baptisms, weddings, funerals, and other religious ceremonies.
- Provided pastoral support to families going through difficult times such as death or divorce.
- Facilitated support groups for those struggling with addiction issues.
- Engaged with the community through outreach efforts to promote church involvement.
- Organized outreach programs such as feeding the homeless and visiting nursing homes.
- Developed educational programs for youth, enhancing their faith journey.
- Organized retreats for youth groups focusing on Christian values and teachings.
- Collaborated with church committees to plan strategic initiatives and goals.
- Created an annual plan for pastoral care initiatives that included home visits and hospital ministry.
- Coordinated church events and community outreach programs for engagement.
- Managed administrative tasks, including budgeting and scheduling meetings.
- Performed administrative tasks such as updating membership rolls and preparing meeting agendas.
- Maintained accurate records of all donations received from parishioners.
- Supported fundraising efforts by encouraging generous giving among parishioners.
- Participated in community-wide interfaith dialogues as a representative of the church's mission.
- Served as a mentor for seminarians studying towards ordination within the denomination.
Education
Associate Degree in Theology - Theology
School of World Missions Zambia
03.2026
Diploma - Theology
Pilgrim Wesleyan Bible College
07.2021
Diploma - Pastoral Counseling And Discipleship
Pilgrim Wesleyan Bible College
07.2021
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Community engagement
- Volunteer management
- Event planning
- Meeting coordination
- Effective communication
- Meeting facilitation
- Report writing
- Recordkeeping
- Document management
- Risk management
- Task prioritization
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Influencing skills
- Customer service
- Deadline management
- Community support
Timeline
National Coordinator
Operation 9 Villages
04.2024 - Current
Resident Pastor
Pilgrim Wesleyan Church
07.2021 - Current
Diploma - Pastoral Counseling And Discipleship
Pilgrim Wesleyan Bible College
Diploma - Theology
Pilgrim Wesleyan Bible College
Associate Degree in Theology - Theology
School of World Missions Zambia