Leading with Purpose, Speaking with Impact.
A dedicated advocate specializing in youth governance, competitive debate, and community-driven philanthropy.
About Me
Originally from Masvingo and currently based in Harare, I am a proven civic leader, advocate, and prospective Law student at Great Zimbabwe University. My journey in public service began during my academic career in Masvingo, where I served as a Former Junior Mayor, developing a foundational understanding of local governance, policy framework operations, and community representation.
Parallel to leadership, my extensive background in competitive speech and debate has trained me to analyze complex global motions and articulate structured arguments under pressure—a skillset I look forward to bringing into the legal field. I apply these communication strengths directly to grassroots advocacy, specifically leading initiatives for child welfare and menstrual hygiene education within rural and secondary school communities like Mazare and Nemanwa.
As an ICMF-certified Smart Teens Life Coach, my objective is to bridge institutional leadership with direct community mentorship, empowering the next generation of youth to actively participate in social enterprise and civic responsibility.
Areas of Focus
Junior Governance
Engaged in youth leadership and civic structures, working collaboratively to represent peer interests, organize initiatives, and understand policy framework operations.
Speech & Debate
Competed in high-level debating tournaments, refining critical thinking, analyzing global motions rapidly, and delivering structured arguments under tight timelines.
Community & Coaching
Led charitable campaigns and mentored younger students, translating personal public speaking and leadership experience into actionable development for others.
Featured Impact & Accomplishments
Executive Youth Governance
Honored with mayoral distinction awards recognizing public service as Former Junior Mayor. Separately awarded Best President for Rotary International (Interact Club) for outstanding leadership in organizing student-led civic initiatives.
Menstrual Hygiene & Girl Child Advocacy
Spearheaded community outreach programs at Mazare Secondary School and Nemanwa. Delivered educational sessions on menstrual hygiene and coordinated the donation of critical sanitary wear and cleaning detergents to support the welfare of young girls.
Sustainable Education & Elderly Care Initiatives
Chaired strategic planning sessions for a district-level commercial fruit plantation designed to generate sustainable revenue for rural school fees. Concurrently managed community donation distributions and field interviews at Mucheke Old People's Home.
Child Welfare & Certified Youth Coaching
Participated in formal UNICEF panel discussions centered on reforming child welfare frameworks. Certified as a Smart Teens Life Coach by the ICMF, leveraging professional mentorship frameworks to guide lower sixth students during community research projects.
Gallery & Community Moments
A curated visual log of civic initiatives, community outreach events, and institutional updates.
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Rotary & Civic Recognition
Archival documentation celebrating executive municipal service and leadership contributions.
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Mazare Secondary School Outreach
Field photograph from the hygiene education sessions and material delivery campaigns supporting female students.
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Mucheke Old People's Home
On-site moments capturing donation operations and interactive discussions with community seniors.
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Academic Excellence
Academic milestones marking consistent dedication and preparation for future studies.
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Policy & Discussion Forums
Engagement in high-level discourse and debate frameworks focusing on structural and community development.
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Certified Youth Mentorship
ICMF Certification validating professional coaching methodologies used to guide student research and development.
CLARIETA SARLOME MAKAZA
Certified Life Coach | Debate & Public Speaking Coach | Former Junior Mayor
0781423478 | clarietasarlome@gmail.com | 50 Scott Road, Hatfield, Harare
Professional Summary
Certified Life Coach, debate and public speaking coach, and former Junior Mayor with a minimum of 3 years experience developing youth leadership, communication, and career readiness. Passionate about peer-to-peer mentorship and capacity building for young Africans.
Experience
Former Junior Mayor | National Junior Council of Zimbabwe
2022-2023, 2024-2025- Served two terms as head of student governance, representing more than 1000 learners on national advocacy and policy platforms
- Led council debates, stakeholder dialogues, and student representation initiatives with government and partners
- Built strong skills in public speaking, policy analysis, and youth-led decision making, directly aligning with ONE AFRICA's Assembly model
Youth Coach & Mentor | Independent
2023-Present- Certified Life Coach, Debate & Public Speaking Coach
- Trained more than 20 Form 4 to 6 students in CV writing, personal statement development, and interview preparation
- Facilitated workshops on confidence building, public speaking, and leadership for secondary school students
- Created coaching templates that improved students' application success rate and reduced writing errors
Secretary | Beyond Everyone Chivalry Fashion Brand.
2024-Present- Handle brand communications, meeting documentation, and team coordination
- Strengthened organizational, admin, and reporting skills applicable to departmental support.
Education & Leadership
| Institution | Level / Points | Key Leadership Roles |
|---|---|---|
| Mutendi High School | Advanced Level (Completed 2025) 15 Points (History, Sociology, Literature) |
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Key Skills & Languages
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity Building & Training | Life Coaching, Mentorship, Workshop Facilitation, Curriculum Design |
| Advocacy & Communication | Public Speaking, Debate Coaching, Policy Dialogue, Podcast Hosting |
| Operations | Program Coordination, Team Admin, Canva, Google Docs, Documentation |
| Scholarship & Career | CV/Personal Statement Review, Interview Prep, Opportunity Research |
| Languages | English (Fluent), Shona (Fluent) |
References
| Name | Role / Organization | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Hove | Debate Club Patron, Mutendi High School | +263 77 504 7168 |
| Mr. Makwarimba | Junior Council Patron, Masvingo Rural District Council | +263 77 390 7407 |
| Mr. Chimunye | Director, Beyond Everyone Chivalry | +263 78 256 9096 |