PHILLIMON MAPFUMO
Mount Isa,QLD
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Lecturer
University of Zimbabwe
09.1996 - 02.2003
- Teaching, Research, and Extension
- Created syllabus for the BEd, Agric Program
- Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
Lecturer
University of Zimbabwe
11.1995 - 02.2003
- Teaching BEd. Students in the department of technical education. Supervised student's research projects and organized filed placements.
- Became skilled in working independently and collaboratively in a team.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Strengthened communication through regular interaction with others.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Research Officer
Ministry of Agriculture
04.1994
- Managing the National Gene Bank
- Responsible for long-term storage and distribution of crop genetic materials
Program Coordinator
Centacare NQ
Mount Isa, QLD
09.2021 - Current
- The role involves managing a crew of 10 members of staff across four programs.
- I carry out LM supervision with staff.
- I organize and chair staff meetings.
- I also attend stakeholders' meetings in and outside Moun Isa
- I provide a supportive role to staff around the gray areas of policies and procedures.
- The Program suit works with families at both secondary and tertiary levels.
- Early intervention aid to preventing kids entering the Protection Care System
- FIS focuses on reunification while CIS provide counselling to children in care.
Senior Case Manager
Centacare NQ
04.2011 - 09.2021
- Worked with individuals and families within the framework of Homelessness
- Helping client find permanent homes and helping those who are housed but facing eviction due to socioeconomic reasons
- This role involves working in collaboration with other community organizations
- My greatest achievement here was my ability to motivate and empower my clients.
Assistant Farm Manager
Various Dairy Farms
08.2004 - 11.2009
- Roles included Herd Management, Pasture Management, and milking cows
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work and Community Development -
University of Otago - NZ
03.2011
Masters in Agricultural Science -
Massey University - NZ
03.1994
Graduate Certificate in Education -
University of Zimbabwe
11.1989
Bachelor of Science Agriculture -
University of Zimbabwe
11.1989
Diploma in Agriculture -
Gwebi College of Agric
07.1986
Skills
- Ability to build rapport and connecting with people from an array of diverse background
- Ability to empower both clients and staff
- Ability to take on feedback in relation to my own development and growth
- Resilient, a critical and creative thinker and able to provide kind, clear and direct guidance, and support to staff
- Good communication (written, verbal and non-verbal)
- Ability to not only speak my values but to live them too
- Ability to be positive, flexible, open-minded, and solution-focused
- Staff Leadership And Direction
References
- Michell Paulsen, Current LM Manager (Remote Operations Manager), 0448711738, 1300672273
- Tania Edwards, Ex-LM Manager, 0458555534, tedwards68@gmail.com
- Breeze Thodsen, Ex-LM Manager, 0439329825, breezesmick@hotmail.com
- Mar Purcell, My Practice Supervisor, 0413961633, 1300672273, marypetch@yahoo.com.au
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Reading
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Centacare NQ
09.2021 - Current
Senior Case Manager
Centacare NQ
04.2011 - 09.2021
Assistant Farm Manager
Various Dairy Farms
08.2004 - 11.2009
Lecturer
University of Zimbabwe
09.1996 - 02.2003
Lecturer
University of Zimbabwe
11.1995 - 02.2003
Research Officer
Ministry of Agriculture
04.1994
Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work and Community Development -
University of Otago - NZ
Masters in Agricultural Science -
Massey University - NZ
Graduate Certificate in Education -
University of Zimbabwe
Bachelor of Science Agriculture -
University of Zimbabwe
Diploma in Agriculture -
Gwebi College of Agric
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