Sr Pauline Mfona Nakkazi - CatholicCare NT

Sr Pauline Mfona Nakkazi is our Coordinator Mission and Culture, working alongside staff to integrate CatholicCare NT mission and values into daily operations and practices. Pauline is a dedicated and compassionate professional with over 19 years of experience in counselling and educational leadership.

Pauline’s career spans various roles, including School Director, Principal, and Rector, leading educational institutions for 14 years. Her expertise lies in counselling students and teachers, with a particular focus on those with special educational needs, such as dyslexia and slow learning. She has worked hard to foster inclusive learning environments and promote student and staff development.

Prior to her leadership roles, Pauline worked directly with street children in Cameroon, providing counselling and literacy support to help them integrate into society. She also served as a Religious Leader in the Diocese of Nkongsamba (Cameroon). Her dedication to supporting the disadvantaged and marginalized through emotional regulation and behaviour management aligns perfectly with her role as a Catholic sister and educator.

Pauline is recognised for her skills in youth animation, music, and language learning. As a language facilitator for ESL with Jesuit Worldwide Learning, she demonstrates her adaptability and passion for fostering a love of learning in people, thus empowering them with literacy skills.

A member of the congregation of the Missionary Daughters Holy Family of Nazareth for over 21 years, Pauline is committed to serving the Catholic community, supporting the marginalized, and serving others wherever the people need her.