Duncan Kingston Kananji
Church Minister
Cape Town
Summary
Rev. Duncan Kingston Kananji is a goal oriented and team player, a Church Minister of high integrity, with a mature and dynamic disposition. A well-qualified and experienced Psychotherapy Counselor, fast learner, with excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and exposed to an introduction to French, Biblical Hebrew and Greek. Having consistently served for over 14 years as a Church Minister of Word and Sacrament in mainline Presbyterian Church in Malawi, CCAP Blantyre Synod. He is also well-versed with administration, counseling errands and projects coordinating skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6052
6052
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Presbytery Clerk
Church of Central Africa Presbyterian -Blantyre
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained filing system and organized Presbytery documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of mission work in South Africa.
- Streamlined meeting logistics, coordinating schedules and preparing meeting materials to enhance ministry focus
- Enhanced team spirit, organizing departments and committees meetings and fostering positive work environment.
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
Presbytery Moderator
Church of Central Africa Presbyterian - Blantyre
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Reviewed and approved Presbyterian practices according to established policies, ensuring quality control across all congregations in South Africa.
- Coordinated regular team meetings to discuss challenges, successes, and goals for upcoming initiatives within the Presbytery.
- Maintained strict adherence to confidentiality standards when handling sensitive user information or disputes involving personal matters.
- Identified opportunities for church planting in provinces that do not have our congregations.
- Maintain order in the presbytery
Education Coordinator
Blantyre City Presbytery
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Supported Presbytery schools staff recruitment initiatives for high-quality program delivery.
- Assessed student performance through regular school visitations and utilized feedback to increase educational program success.
- Identified methods and tools to promote student success in project-based learning.
- Liaised between school staff and parents to coordinate educational program delivery.
- Attended professional educational and developmental meetings to improve students selection and performance rate in mission schools.
- Coordinated departmental teams to successfully integrate new educational initiatives.
- Conducted educational research for improved methods in Presbyterian Church schools as those in Roman Catholics.
Youth Director
Migowi Presbytery and Zomba South
01.2018 - Current
- Increased youth engagement in the church by developing and implementing innovative programs tailored to their interests e.g. Sports evangelism.
- Recruited, developed and encouraged youth to participate in Youth, Young Couples forum, Asisi anga ministries, CCAPSO, Boys and Girls brigade fellowship and other faith building activities like Youth sports evangelism.
- Led training sessions for Youth leaders to ensure they were equipped with essential knowledge in areas such as Youth development best practices and conflict resolution strategies.
- Coordinated and attended annual Youth events to foster and build intergenerational fellowship and outreach.
Project Coordinator
Center for Social Concern
01.2018 - Current
- Kept Interfaith Dialogue between Christians and Muslims projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Prepared Interfaith meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
Church Minister
CCAP Blantyre Synod
08.2010 - Current
- Mentored youth group members, offering guidance and support in their personal and spiritual lives.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services tailored specifically towards their unique relational dynamics.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Served successfully the following Parishes; Mpasa, Machereni, Chigodi and Cape Town
Synod Resource Mobilization Member
CCAP Blantyre Synod
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked on establishment of Investment Unit of the Synod
- Reworked the work performances of Synod's institutions
- Provided fundraising initiatives for the operations of the Synod and her institutions
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Synod Youth Convener
CCAP Blantyre Synod
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Chairing all Synod Youth Meetings
- Helping the office of Synod Youth Director in organizing Youth leaders meetings
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing Youth assignments.
Presbytery Clerk
Zomba South Presbytery
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Maintained filing system and organized Presbytery documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Streamlined meeting logistics, coordinating schedules and preparing meeting materials to enhance focus and productivity.
- Enhanced team morale, organizing staff events and fostering positive work environment.
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness
History and Social Studies Teacher
Chanza Private Secondary School
01.2006 - 01.2007
Education
Doctor of Theology - Studying
University of Fort Hare
Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapy - Psychology
DMI- St. John The Baptist University
10-2021
Certificate in Dynamic Church Planting Essentials - undefined
Dynamic Church Planting International
Master of Arts - Theology and Religious Studies
University of Malawi
Bachelor of Divinity - undefined
Zomba Theological College
Licentiate in Theology - undefined
Veritas College, Zomba Theological College
Certificate in Biblical Interpretation, Practical Exegesis and Hermeneutics - Biblical Studies
Veritas College
Zomba Theological University Campus08-2008
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Decision making
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/08/85
- Nationality: Malawian
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Presbyterian
Timeline
Presbytery Clerk
Church of Central Africa Presbyterian -Blantyre
01.2025 - Current
Presbytery Moderator
Church of Central Africa Presbyterian - Blantyre
07.2024 - 01.2025
Education Coordinator
Blantyre City Presbytery
01.2019 - 02.2022
Synod Resource Mobilization Member
CCAP Blantyre Synod
01.2019 - 01.2021
Youth Director
Migowi Presbytery and Zomba South
01.2018 - Current
Project Coordinator
Center for Social Concern
01.2018 - Current
Synod Youth Convener
CCAP Blantyre Synod
01.2015 - 01.2018
Presbytery Clerk
Zomba South Presbytery
01.2015 - 01.2018
Church Minister
CCAP Blantyre Synod
08.2010 - Current
History and Social Studies Teacher
Chanza Private Secondary School
01.2006 - 01.2007
Certificate in Dynamic Church Planting Essentials - undefined
Dynamic Church Planting International
Master of Arts - Theology and Religious Studies
University of Malawi
Bachelor of Divinity - undefined
Zomba Theological College
Licentiate in Theology - undefined
Veritas College, Zomba Theological College
Doctor of Theology - Studying
University of Fort Hare
Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapy - Psychology
DMI- St. John The Baptist University
Certificate in Biblical Interpretation, Practical Exegesis and Hermeneutics - Biblical Studies
Veritas College
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