Masimba Yuba
@masimbayuba
New Testament lecturer and researcher specializing in theological education.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a New Testament lecturer and researcher with experience designing curriculum, delivering Level 7 courses, and supervising honours research to improve student comprehension and engagement. My work blends textual analysis, pedagogy and empirical study to inform curriculum revisions and institutional research strategy.
I have led qualitative and empirical research projects for academic and public institutions, contributed to policy-focused reports, and trained leaders in research methods and community engagement. I seek roles where I can continue to shape theological education, mentor emerging scholars, and translate research into practical institutional improvements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
New Testament Lecturer
George Whitefield College
Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 11 months)
Designed and delivered NQ Level 7 courses (Gospel of Mark, Public Speaking), led curriculum revisions that improved student comprehension and supervised 8+ honours research projects, enhancing research rigour.
Student Ministry Coordinator
St James Church Kenilworth
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Developed structured learning materials and devotional programs, organized large student events and biannual community surveys to improve engagement and program effectiveness.
Research Ministry Worker
Christ Church Midrand
Mar 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 9 months)
Conducted theological research to support sermon preparation, led biannual community surveys and trained leaders in modern research methods to improve departmental KPIs.
Research Fellow
Public Affairs Research Institute
Jan 2012 - Feb 2014 (2 years 1 month)
Led qualitative studies and policy analysis influencing Treasury Technical Advisory Unit reports and presented interdisciplinary research on urban planning and housing to government stakeholders.
Research Archivist
National Archives of Zimbabwe
Aug 2008 - Aug 2011 (3 years)
Participated in a national records management audit across 10 agencies, produced analytical reports informing archival policy and designed preservation and retrieval systems for government documents.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UWUniversity of the Witwatersrand
Doctoral Research, Public and Development Management
Activities and societies: Postgraduate Merit Award (current)
Doctoral research in Public and Development Management at the University of the Witwatersrand (current doctoral researcher).
Theological Education Development System (TEDS)
Certificate in Teaching and Learning for Higher Theological Education, Theological Education
2023 - 2023
Completed a certificate in Teaching and Learning for Higher Theological Education focused on pedagogical methodologies for theological contexts.
GCGeorge Whitefield College
Master of Theology, Theology
2019 - 2019
Activities and societies: Evangelical Research Fellowship (2018-2019); supervised and conducted theological research
Master of Theology awarded by George Whitefield College with research and teaching components in biblical studies and theological education.
GCGeorge Whitefield College
Bachelor of Theology, Theology
2017 - 2017
Bachelor of Theology from George Whitefield College focused on biblical studies and practical ministry training.
University of the Witwatersrand
Master of Public and Development Management, Public and Development Management
2011 - 2013
Activities and societies: Postgraduate Merit Award (2011-2013)
Master of Public and Development Management at the University of the Witwatersrand, involving policy and governance research.
NNNational University of Science and Technology (NUST)
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Records and Archives Management
2010 - 2010
Activities and societies: PARI-Nedbank Scholarship (2012-2013)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Records and Archives Management with focus on archival systems and records management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Interested in hiring Masimba?
You can contact Masimba and 90k+ other talented remote workers on Himalayas.
Message MasimbaFind your dream job
Sign up now and join over 100,000 remote workers who receive personalized job alerts, curated job matches, and more for free!
