Experienced missionary and program director, adept in team and environment building, successfully fostered unity and positive culture, as well as organized and oversaw significant events. Excelled in spiritual guidance through mentorship, as well as up front communication through talks and teachings. Enhanced program development through strategic planning, new initiatives, and faithful oversight.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Missionary & Mission Director
University Christian Outreach
05.2015 - 06.2024
Mentored and provided consistent mental, emotional, practical, and spiritual support to students within our outreach, both individually and in small groups
Led a leadership development program by living with key students for the summer, offering one-on-one mentorship and guidance, resulting in the development of individuals and community life
Fostered an environment of collaboration and unity among team members to put on events and achieve the goals of our outreach
Facilitated conversations and decisions furthering the development of our program
Supervised 3 staff members providing guidance and support in daily tasks while also ensuring the successful execution of mission activities
Oversaw all administrative details (budget, facility, promotion, food) for large events
Personally fundraised an average of $21,000 annually towards my salary
Cultivated relationships with partners to advance the missional objectives of UCO through my role and responsibilities
Developed and gave various talks for diverse audiences in the area of evangelism and Christian formation for the spiritual growth of students
Oversaw budgets, expense tracking, and resource allocation to ensure the efficient use of funding for outreach events
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, Language And Literature Emphasis
Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI
04.2015
Skills
Spiritual Mentorship
Team Building
Flexible and Adaptable
Excellent Communication
Administration and Planning
Public Speaking
Timeline
Missionary & Mission Director
University Christian Outreach
05.2015 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English, Language And Literature Emphasis
Grand Valley State University
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