ALBARKA ABBO WAKILI

Intern, Roseland United Methodist Church
August 2024 – Present

• Worship Leadership: Plan and lead worship services, incorporating theological insights and creative approaches to engage a diverse, multigenerational congregation.
• Community Outreach: Organize and participate in outreach initiatives, building partnerships with local organizations to address social, spiritual, and community needs.
• Discipleship and Education: Lead Bible studies and small group discussions, fostering deep reflection on Scripture, and its application to contemporary life.
• Administrative Excellence: Support church operations by managing event planning, communications, and program coordination to enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Pastoral Care: Build meaningful relationships across the congregation, offering support and care to members while promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Innovative Ministry Development: Collaborate with church leadership to design and implement justice-oriented ministry initiatives that inspire transformation and community impact.

• Storytelling and Ministry Communication: Gathered and disseminated information about the various ministries of the church, highlighting their impact and inspiring greater community engagement.
• Leadership and Documentation: Accompanied the Presiding Bishop on district visits to document ministry activities and promote collaboration across regions.
• Youth Empowerment and Training: Designed and led training programs for youth and young adults on effective communication, life skills, and basic video and photography techniques, equipping them for leadership and ministry.
• Program Development: Delivered tailored leadership training during the History Makers Training, fostering young leaders equipped to serve their communities and churches.
• Partnership Building: Established strong partnerships with secondary schools in the Choma, Zimba, and Munkolo regions to promote education and strengthen church-community relations.
• Resource Production and Distribution: Produced and distributed church resources such as yearly calendars, stickers, and diaries to enhance unity and communication across districts.
• Operational Coordination: Arranged, coordinated, and executed group travels for church missions and activities, ensuring smooth logistics.
• Administrative Leadership: Participated in monthly Leaders and Missions meetings of the Board of Administration, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.
• Database Management: Managed the database for Africa Wesleyan University College, ensuring accurate records to support institutional growth and development.

• Nation-Building Initiative: Participated in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), a one-year program dedicated to fostering unity, selfless community service, and national integration among Nigerian youth.
• Curriculum Design and Implementation: Designed and delivered engaging curricula for Junior Secondary School classes in English Language and Literature, emphasizing communication skills and critical thinking.
• Creative Arts Instruction: Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum for Senior Secondary School classes in Cultural and Creative Arts, nurturing students' creative expression and appreciation for cultural heritage.
• Community Engagement: Contributed to the broader mission of the NYSC by promoting the spirit of oneness and inclusivity among students and the local community, bridging cultural and social divides.
• Educational Leadership: Planned and led activities that supported holistic education, fostering both academic and personal development among students.

• Anchored a TV program Titled 'Moments with Albarka'
• Created Awareness on vital societal topics such as self-esteem, impacts of social media on youths etc
• Roving and News Reporting
• Voice over journalist
• Provided other trainees with tools, knowledge and skills necessary to increase productivity
• Implemented basic camera and video editing principles
• Assessed students and customer needs, analyze possible configurations, and provide solutions or recommendations for newsroom etiquettes and devices