STEFAN BENEKE
Youth Pastor, Preacher & Counsellor
Hennenman
Summary
Developed strong leadership, mentorship, and communication skills in dynamic religious environment. Demonstrated ability to connect with and inspire young individuals, fostering their personal and spiritual growth. Seeking to transition these skills into new field, contributing to positive and impactful work environment.
Youth ministry professional with extensive experience in guiding and mentoring young individuals. Proven ability to design and implement impactful programs that nurture spiritual growth. Valued team player known for adaptability and achieving collaborative results. Expertise in communication and relationship-building, fostering supportive community environment.
Experienced pastoral professional with strong focus on youth and community engagement. Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, adapt to changing needs, and achieve impactful results. Skilled in counseling, spiritual guidance, program development, and fostering collaborative environment. Known for reliability, empathy, and passion for guiding young individuals in their spiritual and personal growth.
Personable and compassionate, with deep commitment to nurturing spiritual and personal growth of young individuals. Possesses solid foundation in theological principles and youth mentorship, coupled with strong communication and organizational skills. Dedicated to fostering positive and supportive environment that empowers youth to thrive and make meaningful contributions to their community.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Experienced with providing spiritual guidance and support. Utilizes strong communication and leadership abilities to inspire and motivate congregations. Track record of building community relationships and fostering spiritual growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Youth Pastor, Preacher & Counsellor
AGS Imago Dei, High School Hennenman & Solidarity
01.2022 - Current
- Shared valuable life experiences with youths aged 7 to 19 to promote positive self-esteem and improve social skills.
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Taught and counseled youth ages 7 to 19
- Fostered spiritual growth and personal development in youth through tailored mentorship programs.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts by organizing mission trips, volunteer projects, and fundraising events.
- Set goals for youth in church and communicated with parents regarding progress.
- Mentored young adults through one-on-one counseling sessions, fostering personal development and spiritual growth.
- Empowered young people to take ownership of their faith journey through small group discussions and Bible study sessions.
- Enhanced youth ministry's visibility by leveraging social media platforms for effective communication and event promotion.
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing weekly youth group meetings that fostered supportive and inclusive environment.
- Ensured a safe environment for all participants during activities by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Improved learning with creation of dynamic, interactive lesson plans that covered essential biblical teachings.
- Implemented creative solutions for generating excitement about youth ministry events using multimedia presentations, games, and live music performances.
- Encouraged personal reflection and spiritual growth, organizing regular retreats and camps.
- Developed and delivered engaging sermons that connected with younger audience, enhancing their understanding of faith.
- Developed strong connections within the local community by partnering with schools, organizations, and other churches on various initiatives.
- Supported young adults during times of transition by offering guidance, resources, and encouragement for pursuing their faith journey outside the context of formal youth ministry programming.
- Provided mentoring and counseling to youth members, offering guidance and support in their personal lives.
Assistant Store Manager
ARMAND MEYER
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted and resolved any complaints and communicated with management team
- Identified training and development opportunities that assisted direct reports in achieving enhanced performance
- Ensured store standards for customers service, employee relations
- Provided exceptional customer service in store to achieve World Class Service standards
- Uphold positive associate relations that led to engagement in brand and team
- Supported store to meet and exceed store financial goals
- Reinforced customer service principles by coaching staff on successes and challenges
- Developed customers into repeat shoppers through information gathering, customer follow-up and email capture
- Assisted Store Manager with day-to-day operations of entire store
- Led and executed all company initiatives ensuring sales and profitability goals are exceeded
- Communicated verbally and worked cooperatively with employees and customers
- Supervised staff in daily store maintenance and ensured professional housekeeping standards within store
- Operated and managed store in absence of store manager
- Supported store compliance with operational standards, expectations and federal law
- Interacted professionally with management team, associates, supervision and customers
- Assisted Store Manager in training, coaching and developing store personnel
- Maintained presence in store by providing excellent customer service
- Ensured store opened and closed at appropriate time
- Presented favorable impression in dress, personal hygiene and business attitude
- Educated crew and customers regarding product information and brand initiatives
- Executed store opening and closing procedures and recovery
- Assumed certain management responsibilities in absence of Store Manager
- Assisted management in determining specific pricing and blends
- Merchandised seasonal aisle and non-seasonal, basic and seasonal end-caps
- Created and supported manager and crew meetings and team building exercises
Temporary Administrative Assistant
Dulcie Weyks
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Worked flexible hours, including nights and weekends
- Provided administrative and office automation support
- Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents
- Maintained various filing systems, including computer records
- Maintained positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in professional manner
- Worked under general supervision, acting on own initiative and direction
- Filed and maintained written records along with crafting electronic copies for records
- Maintained files and records in organized and secure manner
- Created and maintained up-to-date and effective filing systems
Education
Honours in Theology, Bachelor Arts - Theology
North-West University
Potchefstroom 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Counselling - Psychology
North-West University
Potchefstroom, North-West03-2019
Matric
Goudveld-High School
Welkom 04.2001 -
Skills
Pastoral care
Shepherding
Spiritual guidance
Preaching
Sermons preparation
Community service
Social media proficiency
Small group facilitation
Administrative tasks
Youth development
Teamwork
Youth ministry
Certification
Drivers License: Code EB
Affiliations
- An enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher, educated to Honours degree level in Pastoral Counselling and Psychology.
- A forward-thinking individual determined and resourceful in getting results and able to communicate concisely at all levels.
- Enjoys being part of a successful and productive team, demonstrating the highest level of motivation and organization required to meet tight deadlines and a constant high performer and have a positive influence even in most pressurized environments.
Timeline
Youth Pastor, Preacher & Counsellor
AGS Imago Dei, High School Hennenman & Solidarity
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
ARMAND MEYER
12.2020 - 10.2021
Temporary Administrative Assistant
Dulcie Weyks
07.2020 - 11.2020
Honours in Theology, Bachelor Arts - Theology
North-West University
04.2001 -
Matric
Goudveld-High School
04.2001 -
Drivers License: Code EB
Health: Excellent
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Counselling - Psychology
North-West University
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