Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Websites
Languages
Hobbies
Timeline
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Szilvia Mpofo Kitata

Szilvia Mpofo Kitata

Iermata Neagra,Romania

Summary


Motivated and empathetic professional with a strong background in leadership, communication, and community engagement. Skilled in conflict resolution, team coordination, and administrative management. Known for building trust, fostering inclusive environments, and delivering impactful presentations. Quick to adapt, eager to learn, and passionate about supporting people and driving positive change in organizational settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Pastor

Reformed Church, Arad
Arad, Arad
09.2021 - 02.2024

• Delivered impactful presentations and facilitated group discussions to engage diverse audiences.
• Provided empathetic support and counselling for personal and emotional challenges.
• Coordinated events, meetings, and workshops with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Maintained accurate records and managed administrative tasks efficiently.
• Promoted inclusion and built trust across multicultural communities.
• Led teams and collaborated with leadership to execute strategic initiatives.
• Resolved conflicts and supported individuals through active listening and guidance.
• Built strong relationships through outreach, mentoring, and community engagement.

• Managed congregation exceeding 300 members.

Increased church visitation from 15% to 30%.

Pastor

Reformed Church, Fantanele
Fantanele, Arad
09.2019 - 08.2021
  • Conducted weddings, funerals, baptisms, following religious doctrines.
  • Led worship services, special programmes, and prayer meetings for spiritual growth
  • Offered compassionate support during hospital visits and bereavement counselling sessions for grieving families.
  • Fostered spiritual growth in congregation through regular sermons and Bible study sessions.
  • Taught Sunday school classes for imparting Biblical knowledge to children.
  • Oversaw congregation exceeding 120 members.

Education

Master of Applied Protestant Pastoral Theology - Theology

Protestant Theological Institute
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
09.2017 - 09.2019

High School Diploma - history and religion

Karácsonyi János Catholic High School
Gyula, Hungary
09.2005 - 07.2009

International Master Program - Contextual theology

Protestant Theological University
Gronningen, Netherlands
09.2015 - 06.2016

Bachelor's Degree - Theology

Protestant Theological Institute
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
09.2010 - 07.2015

Certificate -

Basic Art Education School Erkel Ferenc
Gyula, Hungary
09.2007 - 06.2009

Skills

Core Professional Skills
Leadership and teamwork
Judgment and decision-making
Problem-solving
Effective communication

Conflict resolution
Analytical skills
Managing and mentoring


Personal Attributes
Motivation and team inspiration
Enthusiasm and persistence
Open-mindedness
Quick learner
Adaptability and flexibility
Creativity and innovation


Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Public speaking
Counselling skills
Multitasking ability
Confidentiality maintenance


Organizational & Planning Skills
Event planning and organisation
Creative ideation
Financial budgeting


Artistic & Technical Skills
Vocal performance
Basic music instrument knowledge
Sound technician fundamentals


Digital & Software Proficiency
Presentation software expertise
Microsoft Office proficiency

Languages

Hungarian
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
Romanian
Upper intermediate (B2)
German
Upper intermediate (B2)
Greek
Elementary
Hebrew
Elementary

Hobbies

reading, song writing and translating, talking, self-education, painting, skiing, swimming, walking

Timeline

Pastor

Reformed Church, Arad
09.2021 - 02.2024

Pastor

Reformed Church, Fantanele
09.2019 - 08.2021

Master of Applied Protestant Pastoral Theology - Theology

Protestant Theological Institute
09.2017 - 09.2019

International Master Program - Contextual theology

Protestant Theological University
09.2015 - 06.2016

Bachelor's Degree - Theology

Protestant Theological Institute
09.2010 - 07.2015

Certificate -

Basic Art Education School Erkel Ferenc
09.2007 - 06.2009

High School Diploma - history and religion

Karácsonyi János Catholic High School
09.2005 - 07.2009
Szilvia Mpofo Kitata