Isaac Mensah-Newton
Accra
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in strategic planning and organizational leadership. Skilled in policy formulation, team mentoring, and implementing impactful programs that enhance fellowship growth and leadership development. Committed to fostering collaboration and effective communication across all levels.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
National Director
Ghana Fellowship of Evangelical Students-GHAFES
04.2019 - Current
- Maintaining the biblical integrity of the fellowship, and keeping it true to its doctrinal basis, making sure it is run according to biblical principles.
- Assisting the Governing Council in policy formulation and decision-making and responsible for putting council decisions into effect.
- Guiding and motivating the Students National Executive Committee towards responsible student leadership.
- Provides leadership for the fellowship to inspire, motivate, challenge, warn, correct and unite staff and members of the fellowship in the pursuit of the vision of GHAFES.
- Gives leadership to the individual staff and various staff teams through clear direction, strong pastoral care, effective performance management so that the individual motivation will be sustained and the organization performance level will continue to rise.
- Makes recommendations to the Governing Council on policy development.
- Plans for present and future staff needs.
- Plans (in collaboration with the Management Committee) for pioneering work and expansion of the fellowship.
- Leads, coordinate the annual strategic planning and implementation process so that the Movement will operate with clear strategic direction and priorities.
- Builds integrated programmes of the work and relevant projects in the areas of evangelism, discipleship, mission and leadership development of both students and associates in order to ensure the Movement’s core mission and strategy are delivered effectively.
- Sets up monitoring and evaluation of the organization outputs as well as the organization health to ensure the Movement is both capable and able with its internal working to face the challenges of the future.
- Serves as the Secretary to the Governing Council and responsible for the preparation of agenda (in consultation with the Council Chairman), reports and minutes for the Council meetings.
- Provides regular briefing and information to the Governing Council.
- Keeps in close contact with the Council Chairman and seeks to inform him/her of developments that are of strategic importance to the fellowship.
- Gives relevant support and information to the Governing Council to ensure the governance body are well served.
- Leads and guides the staff in fulfilling the vision and goals of the fellowship.
- Recommends to the Council those to be appointed as Senior staff. Encourages, pastors, and supervises staff; keeps in touch with their views, aspirations and difficulties.
- Responsible for the welfare and effective directing of the staff team.
- Responsible for the orientation and training of new staff.
- Chairs Management Committee.
- Builds a vibrant graduate ministry portfolio so that the Movement can have continued input in the spiritual growth of the graduates as well as able to mobilize them to become partners to the Movement’s programme ministry as well as its financial need.
- Represents GHAFES in dealings with the local and foreign organizations as well as other sister fellowships and movements.
- Promotes the fellowship and ensures that all publications further the work and reflect the Aims and Objectives of the Fellowship.
- Is the custodian of the documents, the seal, and the assets of the Fellowship on behalf of the Board of Trustees/ Governing Council.
- Serves as the Chief Planning Officer of the fellowship and is responsible for effective coordination of the financial affairs of the fellowship.
- Has joint responsibility with the Council Chairman and National Treasurer for the raising of adequate income for the ministry activities and business of the fellowship.
- Ensures the preparation of the annual budget and control expenses.
- Is accountable for all transactions by the fellowship and is an overseer of its assets.
- Raises the necessary funds and other form of resources to support the work of the Movement in a sustainable way; and oversees the effective deployment and management of the Movement’s resources.
- Overseeing the effective planning and execution of all national programme in collaboration with the Management Committee, the Students National Executive Committee, and the staff team.
National Programmes Coordinator
Ghana Fellowship of Evangelical Students-GHAFES
09.2013 - 08.2018
- As a member of the National Senior Leadership/Management Team (NSLT) of GHAFES, I provided support to the National Director in the implementation of the Strategic Plan including: implementation of new organogram, development of new job description for programme staff, developing reporting formats, and assessment tools for programme department staff; conducting stakeholder meetings to promote understanding of new plan and structure.
- Provided administrative and strategic support and counsel to the National Director as needed and requested.
- Provided strategic leadership for the GHAFES Programme Department; provided pastoral care, supervision, training, coordination and evaluation of programme staff in the performance of their duties.
- Provided input to the National Director on the overall mission and strategy of GHAFES; assisted in raising programme budget for the department.
- Provided leadership in the development, oversight, and implementation of national programmes & conferences by setting vision and direction for national conferences, and maintaining sound budgetary and financial controls for all national programmes.
- Researched best practices and developed materials and tools for both staff and student trainings and oversaw their implementation.
- Assisted Zonal Coordinators in the development and implementation of zonal student training events.
Chairman – Interim Management Committee
Ghana Fellowship of Evangelical Students-GHAFES
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Developed an organizational culture that emphasized on AIR-Accountability, Integrity and Responsible fiscal status and high performance.
- Provided leadership, supervision, pastoral care, and overall strategic focus for multiple campuses and diverse staff team.
- Developed curriculum for in-house training of new staff.
- Developed, oversaw, and implemented training, conferences and mission projects for students in advancement of GHAFES vision and purpose.
- Exercised fiscal oversight of annual budget of the year by coordinating development of operating and capital budgets according to the budget calendar; monitored monthly and other financial statements for the Fellowship; and took effective corrective action as required.
- Planned, developed, and approved specific programs, procedures, and methods in concert with general policies.
- Provided strong administrative leadership through supervision and the implementation of administrative policies, procedures and programs to ensure the achievement of targeted ministry goals.
- Monitored policies relating to personnel actions and training and developed professional development programs and curriculums for new and permanent staff.
- Provided input and support to regional leadership team including developing and implementing strategies to advance mission on new campuses, enhancing existing work, and improve staff and students training.
- Planned, organized and developed Fund Raising Strategies and Fund Mobilization.
- Made periodic visits to the regional teams; explored specific staff needs; and resolved problems in order to build and maintain constituent relationships.
- Coached and guided new staff and volunteers in the execution of their duties and achievement of expected outcomes.
Training Secretary (Both Acting & Substantive)
Ghana Fellowship of Evangelical Students-GHAFES
09.2008 - 08.2013
- Led and participated in assessing training needs, designing, organizing and managing training programs aimed at developing the leadership capabilities of GHAFES members in Ghanaian universities, polytechnics and specialized institutions in the tertiary sector.
- Coordinated, organized and facilitated discussions in small and large group workshops, seminars and leadership training sessions in universities and affiliated institutions.
- Undertook evaluations of the training sessions and methodologies.
- Based on the evaluation reports on training sessions, recommendations were made at management meetings.
- Maintained the database of trainers, trainees and sponsors as well as statistical data on training activities.
- Travelled extensively to all institutions within the zone.
- Acted as a focal point for the drafting and implementation of welfare policy to help address all staff welfare related matters.
Voluntary Youth Worker
CAREFORCE
09.2007 - 08.2008
- Company Overview: A United Kingdom Charity Organization (Registered Charity number 279443) with the St. Michael & All Angels Church (Blackheath, South-East London)
- I volunteered twelve months of free service in the United Kingdom.
- Participated in the drafting and developing sport club manual.
- Assisted with the planning and coordination of youth sport camps and retreats for over 150 students.
- Oversaw the effective planning and execution of all programs in collaboration with all stakeholders at St Michaels & All Angels Church South-East London, UK.
- Assisted with the planning and leading the termly programme and offering pastoral support to young people, and assisting with the administration pertaining to these activities.
- A United Kingdom Charity Organization (Registered Charity number 279443) with the St. Michael & All Angels Church (Blackheath, South-East London)
Subject Teacher for JHS 1 & 2
Ebenezer Methodist Junior High School
Ejisu
08.2001 - 08.2003
- Actively instructed students, created lesson plans, assigned and corrected homework, managed students in the classroom, communicated with parents, and helped students prepare for standardized testing.
- Maintained appropriate standards of student behavior, using behavioral management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
- Reviewed, analyzed, evaluated, and reported students’ academic, social, and emotional growth and progress.
- Organized free extra classes for needy-but-brilliant students prior to the BECE for two consecutive years.
Class Teacher (Stage Six)
EBECTCO Preparatory School
Ejisu
01.2001 - 07.2001
- Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitated active learning.
- Developed schemes of work and tests that were in accordance with established procedures and provided appropriate feedback on work.
- Managed pupils’ behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Encouraged and monitored the progress of individual pupil and used information to adjust teaching strategies.
Education
Doctoral Program - Business Administration
California Baptist University
California, USA09.2025
Master of Arts - Ministry
Trinity Theological Seminary
Accra, Ghana03.2025
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Wisconsin International University College
Ghana12.2016
Certificate - Research Methods, Data Management and Data Analysis Using SPSS & Epi-Info
University of Ghana
Ghana09.2010
Certificate - Project Management
Merjja Technologies
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada09.2009
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University of Cape Coast
Ghana05.2007
Certificate - Microsoft Office
University of Cape Coast Computer Centre
Ghana09.2006
Certificate - MS Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel
Godsway Compuschool & Internet Centre
University of Cape Coast, Ghana02.2006
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft software (Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Familiarity with Google tools (Google Forms, Gmail, Contact, Drive)
- Comfortable using Windows and the internet
- Drafting documents
- Managing sensitive and confidential information
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Facilitated discussions
- Leadership
- Coaching
- Mentoring
- Training
- Strategic planning
- Systems thinking
- Project Management
- Operations
- Quality Management
- Customer care
- Customer service
- Quality systems
- Continuous improvement
- Organizational skills
- Research skills
- Time management
- Analytical skills
- Prioritizing
- Performing under pressure
- Working to deadlines
Christian Service Positions
- Member, National Steering Committee, Ghana Evangelism Committee
- Member, Executive Coordinating Team, Lausanne Issachar Initiative
- Member, Arrow Ghana Board
- Member, Church Council, Trinity United Church-Legon
- President, the Young Adults Fellowship, Trinity United Church-Legon
- Chairman, Evangelism Committee, Trinity United Church-Legon
- Patron, GHAFES Staff Welfare Association
- Chairperson, GHAFES Staff Welfare Association
- Class President during MBA Programme at Wisconsin International University College
- Chairman - Students’ National Executive Committee (SNEC), GHAFES
- Treasurer/Financial Secretary - Ghana Association of Agricultural Students (GAAS), University of Cape Coast
- President The University Christian Fellowship (GHAFES), University of Cape Coast
- President - Schools & Villages Visitation Wing (GHAFES), University of Cape Coast
Research Thesis
- Assessment of how Ghanaian Information Technology companies are using Project Management practices to enhance their competitiveness: A case of Premium Technology.
- The Contribution of Agricultural Non-Governmental Organizations in the development of Agricultural production and marketing in Ghana: A case study of the World Vision – Ghana in the Mfansteman District, Central Region-Ghana.
Awards
- UNIBANK AWARD WINNER of being the Best Graduating Student (MBA) Project Management Option for the year 2015/2016.
- Member of an awarded winning team for emerging as the best Entrepreneurial Group of Level 300 B.Sc. Agricultural class, University of Cape Coast.
References
Available on request
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Travelling
- Teaching
- Driving
- Gardening
- Networking
Training Conferences Seminars Attended
- The Fourth Lausanne Congress, Songdo Convensia in Incheon, South Korea
- International Fellowship of Evangelical Students (IFES) World Assembly, Indonesia
- Commission Conference at Kabarak University, Kenya
- The Cornhill Training Course, London, United Kingdom
- The Philip Project Training Course, London, United Kingdom
- National Pastors and Church Leaders Conference, Accra Ridge Church, Ghana
- Students Mission Awareness Conference (SMAC), University of Ghana, Legon
- Champions Conference, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast
- National Leadership Training Seminar (NLTS), University of Ghana, Legon
- Students in-Church Evangelism (SICE), Twifo-Praso, Central Region of Ghana
- Ezra Conference, University of Ghana, Legon
- Issacharism Conference, University of Ghana, Legon
Summary - Professional Competencies
- Proactive, performance-driven professional with 17 years of experience in leadership, administration, and project coordination.
- Adept in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring/controlling, and closing projects within predetermined constraints.
- Experience in establishing project scope of work and budget, coordination, overseeing, and participating in project implementation.
- Timely and accurate programme and financial reporting skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, good judgment, and discretion.
Timeline
National Director
Ghana Fellowship of Evangelical Students-GHAFES
04.2019 - Current
Chairman – Interim Management Committee
Ghana Fellowship of Evangelical Students-GHAFES
08.2016 - 04.2017
National Programmes Coordinator
Ghana Fellowship of Evangelical Students-GHAFES
09.2013 - 08.2018
Training Secretary (Both Acting & Substantive)
Ghana Fellowship of Evangelical Students-GHAFES
09.2008 - 08.2013
Voluntary Youth Worker
CAREFORCE
09.2007 - 08.2008
Subject Teacher for JHS 1 & 2
Ebenezer Methodist Junior High School
08.2001 - 08.2003
Class Teacher (Stage Six)
EBECTCO Preparatory School
01.2001 - 07.2001
Doctoral Program - Business Administration
California Baptist University
Master of Arts - Ministry
Trinity Theological Seminary
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Wisconsin International University College
Certificate - Research Methods, Data Management and Data Analysis Using SPSS & Epi-Info
University of Ghana
Certificate - Project Management
Merjja Technologies
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University of Cape Coast
Certificate - Microsoft Office
University of Cape Coast Computer Centre
Certificate - MS Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel
Godsway Compuschool & Internet Centre
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