ruemaria haines
@ruemariahaines
Result-oriented mental health counsellor specializing in systemic family counselling and community psychosocial support.
What I'm looking for
I am a compassionate, result-oriented mental health counsellor with extensive NGO experience delivering systemic family counselling, psychosocial interventions, and community-based programs to reduce stigma and improve wellbeing.
I have led counselling teams, linked clients to appropriate health and social services, and supported organisational development through program planning, monitoring, and reporting while building strong relationships with clients, families, and stakeholders.
My background includes formal training in systemic family counselling and international affairs, fluency in English, Shona, and Ndebele, strong cross-cultural communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office to support efficient program coordination.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head Counsellor
Amore Organisation
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 11 months)
Provide systemic family counselling and psychosocial support while delivering community-based mental health programs that reduce stigma and link clients to health and social services; support program planning, monitoring, and reporting.
Events Manager
Luxury Events Private Limited
Jan 2017 - Dec 2018 (1 year 11 months)
Coordinated corporate and social events, managing stakeholders and logistics to deliver successful events while developing organisational, leadership, and communication capabilities.
Administration Officer
Mazhandu & Chartered Accountants
Jan 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 11 months)
Managed office administration and client records, providing general support to ensure efficient office operations and accurate documentation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Zimbabwe Institute of Systemic Therapy
Diploma, Systemic Family Counselling
2022 - 2022
Completed a Diploma in Systemic Family Counselling focused on systemic approaches to family therapy and psychosocial interventions.
Midlands State University
Master's Degree, International Affairs
2020 - 2021
Completed a Master's Degree in International Affairs with coursework and research on international relations and policy.
Zimbabwe Institute of Diplomacy
Diploma, Diplomacy & International Relations
2019 - 2019
Completed a Diploma in Contemporary Diplomacy & International Relations covering diplomatic practices and international relations.
Midlands State University
Honours Degree, Development Studies
2016 - 2019
Completed an Honours Degree in Development Studies focusing on development theory, policy, and practice.
Zimbabwe Institute of Diplomacy
Certificate, Diplomacy & Protocol
2018 - 2018
Completed a Certificate in Diplomacy, Protocol, Etiquette & Professional Branding focused on diplomatic protocol and professional presentation.
Africa Leadership Institute
Diploma, Development Studies
2016 - 2016
Completed a Diploma in Development Studies with emphasis on leadership and development practice in African contexts.
Langham Girls High School
O-Level, Secondary Education
Completed O-Level secondary education with general subjects culminating in the O-Level certificate in 2010.
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