Sonja Stark
Brussels
Summary
I gained extensive experience working across multiple Christian denominations (Lutheran, Catholic, Evangelical Free), fostering ecumenical collaboration, and adapting to varied liturgical and pastoral settings.
I am also an experienced, internationally minded, cross-cultural trainer, coach, and counselor.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant to the Director
German Social Insurance European Representation
Brussels
06.2023 - Current
- Organized travel arrangements including booking flights, hotels and transportation for the Director's business trips.
- Acted as a liaison between the Director and other executives in order to facilitate smooth operations within the company.
- Implemented billing procedures, audited and reconciled accounts and recorded transactions.
Church secretary
Emmausgemeinde (church)
Brussels
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Managed church communications through newsletters and bulletin preparation.
- Coordinated scheduling for church events and meetings with staff and volunteers.
- Maintained church records, including membership data and attendance logs.
- Facilitated volunteer coordination for various church activities and outreach programs.
Pastoral Assistent
Vineyard Brussels (church)
Brussels
07.2009 - 05.2021
- Facilitated community events to strengthen church member connections.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules for various church activities and outreach programs.
- Managed communication with church members through newsletters and social media updates.
- Organized and led Bible studies, prayer meetings, retreats and other religious activities.
- Conducted pastoral visits to members of the congregation in their homes or hospitals.
- Led worship services to share faith with congregants and community.
- Provided pastoral counselling
Education
Certified Transactional Analyst - Counseling Psychology
Deutschen Gesellschaft Für Transaktionsanalyse
Aachen, Germany01-2013
Certification Trainer & Coach - Process Communication Modell
Kahler Communication France
Belgium01-2013
Diploma - Technical Translator in French & English
Sprachenschule Siegerland
Siegen, Germany01-1984
Skills
- Financial administration
- Event planning
- Volunteer coordination
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership development
Languages
German
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
Dutch
Beginner
A1
Websites
Timeline
Assistant to the Director
German Social Insurance European Representation
06.2023 - Current
Church secretary
Emmausgemeinde (church)
11.2021 - 06.2023
Pastoral Assistent
Vineyard Brussels (church)
07.2009 - 05.2021
Certified Transactional Analyst - Counseling Psychology
Deutschen Gesellschaft Für Transaktionsanalyse
Certification Trainer & Coach - Process Communication Modell
Kahler Communication France
Diploma - Technical Translator in French & English
Sprachenschule Siegerland
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