Forensic Sciences
Akhona Noyile
Legal Student
Johannesburg South
Summary
Developed strong collaboration and communication skills in community-focused environment, looking to transition into new field. Demonstrates adaptability and commitment to supporting team objectives. Prepared to leverage these skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Volunteer
Reuven Old Age Home
Johannesburg, South Africa
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly in community homes.
Volunteer
Khaya Family Centre
Johannesburg, South Africa
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Encouraged community gardening efforts to promote sustainable living.
- Coordinated food drives for improved local food bank stock levels.
Volunteer
Cause for Paws
Johannesburg, South Africa (Remote)
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
- Supported animal welfare, caring for animals and facilitating adoption events.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Assisted in disaster relief efforts, ensuring timely distribution of aid and supplies.
- Boosted donations to organization by strategizing and executing fundraising events.
Apprentice
New South Veterinary Centre
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Observed experienced professionals in action, gaining valuable insights into best practices within the field.
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
- Received constructive feedback from mentors, leading to improved performance and increased knowledge.
- Enhanced communication skills by effectively conveying project needs and updates to supervisors and peers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waterstone College
Kibler Park, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Positive attitude
Computer skills
Time management
Problem-solving
Leadership qualities
Deadline adherence
Adaptability and dependability
Empathy and patience
Verbal and written communication
Multitasking and organization
Cultural awareness
Accomplishments
- Represented Bishop Bavin School at World Scholars Cup, achieving recognition for best argumentative speaker and overall team performance.
- Developed and presented compelling arguments on complex topics, showcasing the ability to think quickly under pressure.
- Organized and facilitated debate workshops to mentor peers, enhancing their public speaking and argumentation skills.
- Authored numerous research papers on topics such as The Rwandan Genocide, the abnormal developmental psychology that fosters complex criminals and restorative justice, receiving commendations for analytical depth.
- Created persuasive content for campaigns or initiatives, demonstrating the ability to tailor writing for diverse audiences.
- Won a Black Raven at Curro Create for creative and academic writing, highlighting a talent for clear and impactful communication.
- Developed negotiation strategies that resolved conflicts efficiently during group projects or organizational initiatives.
- Applied principles of restorative justice to address conflicts, promoting accountability and reconciliation.
Interests
Family Law
Property Law
Insurance Law
Criminal Law
Psychology
Timeline
Volunteer
Reuven Old Age Home
08.2023 - 08.2023
Volunteer
Khaya Family Centre
07.2023 - 08.2023
Volunteer
Cause for Paws
02.2023 - 02.2023
Apprentice
New South Veterinary Centre
04.2022 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Waterstone College
04.2001 -