Ijeoma Ani
Kaduna,Kaduna
Summary
Experienced volunteer focused on community engagement and spiritual support. Capable of organising events, providing compassionate assistance, and fostering welcoming environment. Utilises strong communication skills and empathy to connect with individuals and promote sense of belonging.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Church volunteer
Dominion Anglican Church of Christ
Kaduna, Nigeria
01.2005 - Current
- Counselled individuals on variety of personal issues.
- Promoted a sense of community by organising regular social events for church members.
- Officiated at official ceremonies using established guidelines.
- Assisted clergy in preparing for sacraments like baptisms, weddings, funerals, leading to well-run ceremonies that honoured significant life moments.
- Handled invoices and supplier correspondence with keen financial understanding.
- Interpreted religious texts and created summaries.
- Offered comprehensive gardening and cleaning services across church grounds.
- Cleaned pews, replaced candles and cared for floral arrangements.
- Coordinated with local schools to create youth outreach programs, promoting engagement and spiritual growth.
- Produced church newsletter and social media posts to expand community.
- Nurtured relationships with church members to foster friendly, welcoming environment.
- Sang with church choir for weddings and funerals.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of the church premises before and after services.
- Contributed to regular committee meetings, lending [Area of expertise] expertise.
- Offered listening ear to congregation members facing challenging times.
- Organised regular trips to holy sites; deepened congregants' spiritual connection through shared experiences.
- Led worship ceremonies to congregations of up to 1000.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to deliver successful charity drives for those less fortunate in our community.
- Planned and scheduled special events aligned with religious values.
- Planned and executed fundraising activities to support church projects and maintenance costs.
- Supported charity and missionary work in [Location].
- Led activities at camps, conferences and retreats.
- Ushered congregation during Christmas, Easter and special event services.
- Guided visitors through church grounds and gave heritage talks.
- Built positive relations with congregation members and wider community.
- Prepared for weekly services by setting up chairs to maximise seating capacity.
- Offered spiritual and moral guidance in line with [Type] teachings.
- Preserved sacred traditions, practices and beliefs of [Type] faith through education and demonstration.
- Ensured smooth running of Sunday services by aiding in planning and execution processes.
- Coordinated child care services during worship hours; enabled parents' full participation in religious ceremonies.
- Led Sunday school sessions for large groups of children.
- Served meals and refreshments with excellent food hygiene and portion control.
- Organised peaceful prayer meetings and engaging family events.
- Updated records to support smooth church administration.
- Developed and directed religious education programmes to facilitate study of [Area of expertise].
- Facilitated Bible study sessions for different age groups, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of religious teachings.
- Performed various administrative tasks to support [Type] recordkeeping.
- Assisted in the preparation and distribution of weekly church newsletters, ensuring effective communication within the congregation.
- Helped prepare meals during holiday festivities or special celebrations; contributed to their success through dedicated service.
- Worked closely with other volunteers on gardening tasks around church grounds, enhancing its exterior beauty.
- Organised successful fundraising campaigns for church maintenance.
- Offered administrative assistance at parish office, managed records, answered phone calls, arranged appointments for pastoral counselling sessions.
- Established online church service streaming to increase reach and accessibility.
- Supported bereaved families during funeral ceremonies; provided comfort through difficult times.
- Gave useful feedback and reflections to improve church services and events.
- Provided emotional support to congregation members during times of personal crisis.
- Observed confidentiality and acted with discretion to earn trust of community.
- Prepared and presented religious sermons on weekly basis.
Education
GCSEs - Arts
Immaculate International School
Kaduna, Nigeria 09.1998 - 06.2004
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Religious artefact preservation
- Spiritual counsel
- Compassionate
- Compassionate service
- Youth mentoring
- Religious text analysis
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Preaching
Affiliations
- Cooking, Cleaning, Praying
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Church volunteer
Dominion Anglican Church of Christ
01.2005 - Current
GCSEs - Arts
Immaculate International School
09.1998 - 06.2004
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