Nicholas Chijimba
Baytown,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader specializing in community engagement and strategic planning. Demonstrated success in fundraising and volunteer management, creating outreach programs that align with organizational objectives and amplify social impact.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
Christian Association of Nigeria South Africa
Johannesburg , gauteng South Africa
09.2023 - 10.2025
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and outreach programs.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to support humanitarian efforts.
- Coordinated fundraising activities, securing resources for community projects.
- Implemented training workshops for staff and volunteers on leadership skills.
- Oversaw administrative functions, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- Advocated for social issues impacting the community through public speaking engagements.
- Organized board meetings and strategic planning sessions to drive organizational goals.
Lead Pastor
apostolic fire mission International
johannesburg, Gauteng .South Africa
11.2011 - 07.2025
- Led weekly worship services to foster community engagement and spiritual growth.
- Developed sermon series that addressed contemporary issues and biblical teachings.
- Coordinated outreach programs to support local communities and encourage volunteerism.
- Mentored church staff and volunteers to enhance leadership skills and teamwork.
- Facilitated small group discussions to deepen congregational relationships and faith understanding.
- Implemented strategic planning sessions for church development and vision alignment.
- Provided pastoral care through counseling sessions for individuals and families in need.
- Organized training workshops for church members on various ministry topics and skills.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Wrote articles for church newsletters and bulletins.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
- Coordinated with stewardship committee to advocate biblical stewardship when promoting congregational benevolence.
- Assisted with social media presence by creating content such as blog posts or videos.
- Managed budgeting process to ensure financial stability of the church's operations.
- Facilitated communication between volunteers, staff members, and outside organizations as needed.
- Oversaw all aspects of facility maintenance including repairs, upgrades.
- Organized outreach programs that provided assistance to local communities in need.
- Coordinated with other churches in the area for joint ministry opportunities.
- Researched current trends in religion and theology to keep up-to-date on issues affecting churches today.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive vision for the church's growth and development.
- Gathered feedback from congregation on programs and activities in order to plan future initiatives.
- Attended conferences related to religious topics or current issues facing churches.
- Created sermon outlines and delivered inspirational sermons on Sunday mornings.
- Provided spiritual guidance and leadership to church members.
- Lead fundraising efforts for mission trips and special projects.
- Served as an active member of various committees within the community at large.
- Maintained regular office hours for counseling sessions with individuals or families.
- Collaborated with music directors and choir leaders to create inspiring worship experiences.
- Organized weekly worship services, Bible study groups, prayer meetings, and other special events.
- Engaged in public speaking engagements regarding topics relevant to faith-based organizations.
- Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
- Cultivated meaningful relationships with church members through pastoral care visits.
- Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
- Optimized church committee functions clarifying goals and delegating tasks.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Gathered church members to aid community emergency or crisis response.
- Improved operations and functions of church committees by clarifying objectives and empowering other committee members to take responsibility.
- Oversaw building management, supplies orders and facility repairs.
- Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines and traditions.
- Devised and implemented congregational membership expansion tactics.
President Volunteer
Igbo Ministers fellowship
johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Led community outreach initiatives to engage volunteers and promote participation.
- Organized fundraising events to support local programs and services.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules to ensure adequate staffing for events.
- Developed training materials for new volunteers to enhance onboarding experience.
- Facilitated meetings to discuss project updates and gather feedback from team members.
- Collaborated with local organizations to strengthen partnerships and resources.
- Managed communication between volunteers and leadership for smooth operations.
- Promoted awareness of community needs through social media and outreach efforts.
- Advised team leaders on best practices for managing their teams of volunteers.
- Assisted with budgeting tasks related to planning large scale events sponsored by the organization.
- Analyzed data from past projects in order to develop strategies for future success.
- Managed communications between volunteers, staff, and the president's office regarding upcoming projects and initiatives.
- Conducted outreach activities to recruit new volunteers for President Volunteer initiatives.
- Provided support to volunteers by answering questions about their roles and responsibilities within the organization.
- Monitored feedback from participants in order to identify areas where improvements could be made.
- Recognized outstanding contributions made by individual volunteers throughout the year.
- Served as a liaison between volunteers and executive leadership in order to ensure effective collaboration.
- Facilitated communication between various departments within the organization related to President Volunteer initiatives.
- Assisted in the coordination of President Volunteer events, including registration and check-in process.
- Coordinated logistics for President Volunteer meetings, including reserving meeting space and ordering supplies.
- Actively promoted awareness of President Volunteer programs through social media campaigns.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase volunteer participation.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that President Volunteer events ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Researched potential partners who could provide additional resources or support for ongoing projects.
- Worked with local businesses to secure discounts or donations for special President Volunteer events.
- Organized training sessions for new volunteers on how to effectively participate in President Volunteer programs.
- Upheld strong constituent relations with public meetings, community events, and robust feedback system through office staff.
- Attended dinners and special events to meet people and develop relationships.
- Maintained up to date understanding of local, regional, national and international news and developments.
- Wrote legislation and amendments, set policies and oversaw budgets.
- Reviewed concerns of constituents to determine required governmental action.
- Raised money for elections with careful planning and execution of fundraisers.
- Supported local candidates for political office.
- Determined campaign strategies for media advertising and scheduled public appearances.
Health and Safety Officer
Adsl printers pty
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Developed safety policies to ensure compliance with workplace regulations.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards in production areas.
- Trained employees on proper safety procedures and equipment usage.
- Implemented emergency response plans for potential workplace incidents.
- Collaborated with management to improve overall health and safety practices.
- Reviewed incident reports and recommended corrective actions proactively.
- Monitored equipment and machinery for safety compliance during operations.
- Maintained accurate records of safety training and inspections conducted.
- Ensured that all workers are aware of their responsibilities for health and safety at work.
- Prepared reports documenting incidents, findings, corrective actions taken.
- Developed and implemented health and safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Investigated accidents, injuries, or illnesses to determine causes and preventive measures.
- Conducted safety inspections of work areas to identify and eliminate potential hazards.
- Maintained accurate records of all health and safety activities conducted by the organization.
- Responded quickly to any reported health and safety concerns in the workplace.
- Worked closely with other departments to establish a safe environment throughout the facility.
- Monitored the implementation of health and safety standards in the workplace.
- Assisted in developing emergency action plans in case of an unexpected event.
- Performed regular audits to evaluate compliance with OSHA standards.
- Supported health and safety technicians aligned to facility by providing guidance, coaching and direction.
- Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
Pastor
Mountain of fire and miracles ministry
Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa
10.2003 - 12.2010
- Led weekly worship services and coordinated music ministry activities.
- Provided pastoral care through counseling and support for congregants.
- Planned community outreach programs to engage and serve local residents.
- Delivered sermons that inspired spiritual growth and reflection among attendees.
- Managed church administrative tasks, including scheduling and event planning.
- Organized Bible study groups to promote fellowship and learning within the community.
- Collaborated with church leaders to develop strategic ministry initiatives.
- Facilitated training sessions for volunteer staff in various church programs.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday services.
- Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
- Met with individuals seeking counseling or advice on personal matters.
- Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
- Participated in ministerial conferences and other professional development opportunities.
- Led Bible study classes and facilitated small group discussions.
- Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among church members.
- Engaged in public speaking engagements at civic organizations or other churches.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Performed outreach activities in the community by visiting hospitals, prisons, nursing homes.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Encouraged members to become actively involved in mission work.
- Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
- Assisted with administrative tasks related to church operations such as managing budgets, scheduling staff meetings.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Optimized church committee functions clarifying goals and delegating tasks.
- Developed long-term strategies for growth of the ministry.
- Provided oversight for all staff positions within the organization.
- Managed social media accounts for the purpose of promoting upcoming events or services.
- Coordinated fundraising activities to meet financial goals of the organization.
- Compiled monthly reports summarizing progress towards meeting organizational objectives.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Coordinated with stewardship committee to advocate biblical stewardship when promoting congregational benevolence.
- Gathered church members to aid community emergency or crisis response.
- Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
- Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.
- Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines and traditions.
Evangelist
Faith In Christ bible Church
Jos, Plateau state Nigeria
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Delivered engaging sermons to inspire and educate congregation members.
- Organized community outreach events to promote church involvement and service.
- Collaborated with church leaders to develop spiritual growth programs.
- Promoted church events through social media and community engagement initiatives.
Education
Associate of Science - Work Place Health And Safety Diploma
Alison Cpd
Online10-2025
Health And Safety Officer - Occupational Health And Safety
National Occupational Safety And Health( Nosa)
Johannesburg Sout Africa08-2017
Nqf Level 5 SHEQ Intergrated Management - Safety,health,environment And Quality Mangement
Primelink Academy
Pretoria08-2017
Post graduate diploma - Christian Ministry And Theology
Vision International Ministry
New South Wales07-2011
Ph.D. - Christian Leadership And Administration
Team Impact University Loiusiana
Johannesburg Campus12-2010
Master of Arts - Ministerial Leadership
Team Impact University Loiusiana
Johannesburg Campus South Africa01-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
World Harvest Theological College
Johannesburg12-2007
High School Diploma -
Baptist Academy
Jos Plateau Nigeria07-2000
Skills
- Community engagement and advocacy
- Leadership development and team building
- Training coordination and coaching
- Public speaking and presentation
- Health and safety compliance
- Fundraising and resource mobilization
- Volunteer management and support
- Quality assurance and improvement
- Environmental awareness and sustainability
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Executive performance management
- Event planning and execution
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- Strategic planning and implementation
- Account management and client relations
- Program management and evaluation
- Financial management and budgeting
- Project management and oversight
- Policy development and analysis
Languages
English
Professional
hau
Professional
Certification
Osha 10 certifications. Occupational Safety and health administration
Accomplishments
Leadership award for effective leadership and development. Igbo ministers fellowship johanesburg South Africa.
Timeline
President
Christian Association of Nigeria South Africa
09.2023 - 10.2025
President Volunteer
Igbo Ministers fellowship
04.2021 - 06.2023
Health and Safety Officer
Adsl printers pty
01.2018 - 11.2021
Lead Pastor
apostolic fire mission International
11.2011 - 07.2025
Pastor
Mountain of fire and miracles ministry
10.2003 - 12.2010
Evangelist
Faith In Christ bible Church
01.1994 - 01.1996
Associate of Science - Work Place Health And Safety Diploma
Alison Cpd
Health And Safety Officer - Occupational Health And Safety
National Occupational Safety And Health( Nosa)
Nqf Level 5 SHEQ Intergrated Management - Safety,health,environment And Quality Mangement
Primelink Academy
Post graduate diploma - Christian Ministry And Theology
Vision International Ministry
Ph.D. - Christian Leadership And Administration
Team Impact University Loiusiana
Master of Arts - Ministerial Leadership
Team Impact University Loiusiana
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
World Harvest Theological College
High School Diploma -
Baptist Academy