Aldin Fafulovic

Experience

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  Pioneers

  Dec 2010 - Jun 2014

  Local Missionary

  • Advanced the Discipleship Making Movement strategy in Bosnia by training local followers of Jesus and international missionaries, including training at an international missions conference in Malta.• Facilitated cultural understanding and led outreach/evangelism workshops for short-term teams from the U.S.• Met and built relationships with local pastors and missionaries to boost community integration.• Maintained successful outreach to Bosnians, leading Discovery Bible studies, teaching English and German as asecond language, and transporting essential supplies to serve residents in remote areas. Show less

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  Washtenaw Community College

  Aug 2015 - Dec 2016

  Student Ambassador

  •Organized and led recruitment events and connected with potential students through orientations, tours, and group visits.• Interviewed WCC staff and wrote articles published in the WCC Newsletter.• Counseled students individually and led groups on study habits, time management, campus involvement, andgoal setting.

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  New Life Church Ypsilanti

  Jan 2017 - Aug 2022

  Manager and Director

  • Managed and trained a staff member, led weekly staff meetings, delegated roles, and coordinated with church leaders.• Mentored student leaders to disciple other students in personal faith and leadership growth.• Cast team vision and developed short - and long-term strategies to focus on ministry goals.• Planned Sunday services and large group events, organized practical details, oversaw execution, and taughtsessions.• Led weekly home group Bible studies and trained and equipped student volunteers to facilitate their own groups.• Recruited and coordinated volunteers for Sunday services and other events.• Met with and sustained relationships with donors for the ministry. Show less

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  University of Michigan

  Mar 2017 - Jan 2018

  Guest Services Specialist

  • Created strategies to optimize guest experiences and promote loyalty through genuine, enthusiastic and warm interactions.• Managed safety, security, and conflict crises and brought them to safe and satisfying resolutions.• Coordinated with other departments to specially accommodate guests and enhance visitor experiences.

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  Reliant Mission

  Jan 2018 - Aug 2022

  International Campus Missionary

  • Established an international outreach agenda and strategic partnerships with global ministry leaders across Europe.• Built relationships with and provided practical help for international students.• Partnered with Washtenaw Refugee Welcome to provide long-term refugee resettlement support, includingteaching ESL classes, helping with cultural adaptation, and offering transport.• Trained New Life staff and students in cross-cultural ministry skills and cultural adaptation.

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  UNIVERSITY BAPTIST CHURCH BEAVERCREEK

  Sept 2022 - Feb 2024

  Assistant Director of Outreach

  • Established five successful non profit outreach programs within the first year of employment.• Recruited and trained two team leaders and eight coordinators to oversee proper functioning andvision execution for each established program.• Managed global partnerships in seven countries, leading a team of volunteers to liaison andmaintain strong relationships with partners.• Mentored team leaders and volunteers on a weekly basis, making sure that every team memberwas heard, directed and given opportunity to grow.• Oversaw budget lines for over $60,000, ensuring all expenses were accounted for with a writtenmonthly report.• Created a functional online platform for easier communication and event planning.• Trained and supervised volunteers, managed travel arrangements, facilitated cross-culturalcommunication, and led groups on international outreach trips to Eastern Europe. Show less