PHILIPPE DAKONO
Abidjan,AB
Summary
International Relations and Humanitarian professional with over seven years of international experience in community engagement, humanitarian support, migration-related work, and cross-cultural coordination. Holds a Master’s degree in International Relations, Security and Strategy, complemented by extensive missionary experience across diverse African contexts. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, programme coordination, leadership, and working effectively with vulnerable communities and multicultural teams.
Overview
3
3
Languages
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Missionary & Community Development Professional
Missionaries of Africa
Tizi Ouzou, Algeria
11.2018 - 10.2024
- Engaged in community outreach, humanitarian support, pastoral services, and cross-cultural initiatives across diverse African contexts.
- Provided counselling, psychosocial support, and assistance to individuals facing difficult circumstances.
- Coordinated volunteers and community activities supporting vulnerable and distressed individuals
- Provided spiritual guidance by conducting religious services to strengthen the faith of the people.
- Built strong relationships with local communities, stakeholders, and multicultural teams.
- Organized and delivered programmes promoting youth development, inclusion, and community well-being.
- Facilitated conflict resolution, dialogue, and community cohesion through interpersonal and leadership skills.
Theological Studies
St Joseph Theological Institute, CEDARA
South Africa
06.2015 - 11.2018
- Conducted research on contemporary developments and trends in theological studies.
- Participated in academic conferences and discussions on theology and ministerial practice.
- Planned and coordinated weekly worship services, special events, Bible studies, and prayer meetings.
Clinical Pastoral Education
Grey's Hospital
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Dedicated 120 hours to assisting patients, offering emotional support, providing spiritual comfort, and delivering counseling services.
Internship Student/ Stage
Missionaries of Africa
Lusaka, Zambia
07.2013 - 03.2015
- Led a youth group, organizing activities focused on personal development, leadership, and community engagement.
- Volunteered in prison outreach, providing support and facilitating meaningful conversations with incarcerated individuals.
- Developed strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and community engagement skills through direct service and outreach activities.
Novitiate/Community Service
Missionaries of Africa
Arusha, Tanzania
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Supported vulnerable young single mothers experiencing family and community exclusion, providing guidance and assistance with personal development.
- Organized and delivered English language courses to strengthen participants’ skills and future opportunities.
- Developed practical experience in community service, intercultural communication, mentoring, and working with vulnerable populations.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Theology
Saint Joseph's Theological Institut
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa11-2018
Master of Arts - International Relations, Security And Strategy
O.P. Jindal Global University
India09-2026
Bachelors of Arts - Philosophy
Institut Supérieur de Philosophie et des Sciences Humaines/ Maison Lavigerie
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso06-2012
Diploma - General Study
Université de Bamako
Bamako, Mali06-2009
Skills
- Community Engagement & Outreach
- Humanitarian & Community Support
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Leadership & Team Coordination
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Youth Development & Mentoring
- Counselling & Interpersonal Support
- Programme Coordination
- Stakeholder Engagement
LANGUAGES
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Bamabara
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Missionary & Community Development Professional
Missionaries of Africa
11.2018 - 10.2024
Clinical Pastoral Education
Grey's Hospital
06.2018 - 07.2018
Theological Studies
St Joseph Theological Institute, CEDARA
06.2015 - 11.2018
Internship Student/ Stage
Missionaries of Africa
07.2013 - 03.2015
Novitiate/Community Service
Missionaries of Africa
07.2012 - 07.2013
Diploma - General Study
Université de Bamako
Bachelors of Arts - Philosophy
Institut Supérieur de Philosophie et des Sciences Humaines/ Maison Lavigerie
Master of Arts - International Relations, Security And Strategy
O.P. Jindal Global University
Bachelors of Arts - Theology
Saint Joseph's Theological Institut