Stella Rusike

Compassionate and faith-driven professional with over 25 years of experience in administration, community engagement, and pastoral care support. Combines senior-level organisational leadership with hands-on experience in spiritual care, counselling, and community ministry as a preacher, church steward, and youth advisor. Demonstrated ability to provide person-centred emotional and spiritual support to individuals across all life stages, including the elderly, vulnerable, and those experiencing illness or grief.

Passionate about promoting dignity, wellbeing, and inclusion through holistic care aligned with faith-based values. Experienced in working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining high standards of safeguarding, confidentiality, and ethical practice.

Senior Deputy Director – Administration at National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (2019-05 – Present)

• Lead and supervise a team of approximately 40 staff, ensuring efficient operations and service delivery
• Coordinate administrative functions supporting organisational objectives and senior management
• Maintain accurate records including assets, inventory, rentals, fleet, and fuel registers
• Prepare statutory and management reports ensuring compliance with governance frameworks
• Manage procurement processes, supplier liaison, and documentation
• Ensure audit readiness and adherence to policies and procedures
• Liaise with internal departments, stakeholders, and external partners

Administration / Stores Officer at National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (2015-01 – 2019-04)

• Managed receipt, storage, and distribution of goods and services
• Maintained asset and inventory registers with regular verification
• Processed procurement transactions using SAP
• Ensured accurate administrative and logistical support

Administration / Stores Officer at Ministry of Justice, Legal & Parliamentary Affairs (2001-10 – 2014-12)

• Supported procurement, inventory control, and asset management
• Maintained accurate administrative records and documentation
• Assisted in supplier coordination and quotation evaluation

Dispatch Clerk at Jongwe Printing (1991-02 – 2001-10)

• Coordinated dispatch and delivery operations
• Verified orders and maintained delivery documentation

Church Steward, Preacher & Youth Advisor at Methodist Church in Zimbabwe (2001-01 – Present)

• Provide spiritual leadership, pastoral care, and guidance to individuals and families
• Deliver sermons, teachings, and structured youth development programmes
• Mentor and counsel young people, promoting resilience, wellbeing, and positive values
• Provide pastoral support to elderly members, including visits, companionship, and emotional care
• Support individuals from diverse backgrounds with inclusive and respectful spiritual care
• Organise community outreach, events, and support programmes
• Promote safeguarding, dignity, and ethical conduct in all interactions

Pastoral Care Provider / Community Ministry at Methodist Church in Zimbabwe (2001-01 – Present)

• Provide one-on-one spiritual and emotional support to individuals, including the elderly, sick, and vulnerable
• Offer prayer, counselling, and pastoral guidance during illness, grief, and personal crisis
• Support individuals and families through bereavement and end-of-life situations with compassion and dignity
• Promote person-centred care by respecting diverse beliefs, values, and cultural backgrounds
• Facilitate spiritual activities including prayer sessions, sermons, and outreach programmes
• Maintain confidentiality, safeguarding standards, and ethical pastoral care practices
• Work collaboratively with church leadership and community stakeholders to promote wellbeing and inclusion

Sunday School Teacher & Community Volunteer at Methodist Church in Zimbabwe (2001-01 – 2015-12)

• Delivered structured learning and development programmes for young people
• Supported community engagement and outreach initiatives
• Built strong relationships with families and community members
• Promoted safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive development

Master of Business Administration in Business Administration (2026-10)

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Public Administration

Diploma in Purchasing and Supply

Preachers Certificate in Pastoral Care