Japhet Nsanzumukiza Pascal
Counselor
Kakuma, Kenya ,06
Summary
Dedicated Community Counselor with experience in child protection, basic counseling, community outreach, and humanitarian data collection in refugee settings. Skilled in psychosocial support, case identification and referral, safeguarding, and digital data collection using mobile applications. Proven ability to work collaboratively with schools, communities, and government partners to support vulnerable children and households.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Enumerator (Household & Social Protection Surveys)
Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
01.2023
- Collected household and community data using Kobo Collect digital tools.
- Ensured accuracy, completeness, and ethical handling of sensitive information.
- Worked closely with supervisors to meet survey targets within set timelines.
Community Based Counselor
Refugee Consortium of Kenya RCK
02.2026 - Current
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
Enumerator
State Department for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted registration and verification of beneficiaries using the Enhanced Single Registry (ESR) App.
- Supported social protection data collection for vulnerable households.
- Adhered to government data protection and confidentiality standards.
Community School Counsellor
Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Provided basic counseling and psychosocial support to learners and community members
- Identified child protection concerns and facilitated referrals to relevant service providers
- Supported schools in promoting learner well-being and positive behavior.
- Conducted awareness sessions on child protection, safety, and psychosocial well-being
- Maintained confidential case records and contributed to routine activity reports.
Education
Bachelor - Economic Sciences
University of Burundi
Bujumbura 12.2017 - 12.2020
National Diploma - undefined
National Diploma Secondary School
01.2015
Primary School Certificate - undefined
01.2012
Skills
- Community and School-Based Counseling
- Child Protection and Safeguarding
- Basic Psychosocial Support (PSS)
- Case Identification and Referral
- Data Collection and Enumeration (Kobo /ESR)
- Community Mobilization & Outreach
- Ethical Conduct and Confidentiality
- Report Writing and Documentation
- Teamwork and Communication
- Mediation and crisis intervention
Certification
- Certificate in basic counselling skills (level 2) – 2024
- Certificate in child protection volunteer (CPV) – 2021
- Certificate in Data collection
LANGUAGES
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Kiswahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Kirundi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Kinyarwanda
Advanced (C1)
References
- Carolyne, Mwavali, Clinical psychologist, mwavalic@gmail.com, 0726769318
- Mark, Bavumiragira, Catechist, bavumiragiramarc@gmail.com, 0799199946
- Emilyne, Kwizera, emilynekwizera1989@gmail.com, 0114904664
Hobbies and Interests
Community engagement and volunteering activities, Playing football, Listening to music
Timeline
Community Based Counselor
Refugee Consortium of Kenya RCK
02.2026 - Current
Enumerator
State Department for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs
01.2025 - 06.2025
Enumerator (Household & Social Protection Surveys)
Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
01.2023
Community School Counsellor
Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
01.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor - Economic Sciences
University of Burundi
12.2017 - 12.2020
National Diploma - undefined
National Diploma Secondary School