Zethu Albanie
Cape Town
Summary
PhD candidate in Sociology with a legal background and strong research experience. Focused on decolonial feminist inquiry and systemic reform within South Africa's criminal justice system.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Tutor
University Of Cape Town
03.2025 - Current
- Facilitated engaging and inclusive tutorials for second-year students, ensuring comprehension of complex concepts through discussion, real-life examples, and structured activities
- Provided academic support by clarifying lecture content, assisting with coursework, and preparing students for assessments
Legal Researcher
The Office of the Presidency of South Africa
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed extensive legal research utilising diverse online databases, libraries and printed materials to provide comprehensive support to Advocate Nokukhanya Jele, the President's Legal Advisor
- Evaluated and succinctly summarised pertinent case law, statutes, regulations, and legal precedents
- Contributed to the preparation of the president's responses for question-and-answer sessions conducted in the National Assembly
Research Fellow
Auwal Socio-Economic Rights Research Institute
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Engaged in autonomous research initiatives on gender justice and diverse social justice issues, with a primary emphasis on enhancing the socio-economic well-being of individuals in South Africa
- Worked collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to formulate and implement multiple research projects and reports
Orientation Leader
Student Orientation & Advocacy Services, University of Cape Town
02.2020 - 02.2020
- Organised and executed a thorough student orientation programme, resulting in heightened student engagement and satisfaction
- Aided local and international students in accessing suitable academic and social support, navigating campus facilities and services, and offering mentorship-like assistance
- Facilitated various sessions throughout the orientation week in collaboration with the orientation team
Student Administrative Assistant
The Faculty of Law's Development and Marketing Office, University of Cape Town
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Connected with UCT Law alumni, crafting and documenting their success stories for the faculty's marketing page
- Offered assistance in social media management
- Contributed to the planning, coordination, and execution of various faculty events
Education
Ph.D. - Sociology
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa12-2027
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Theories of Justice and Inequality
University of Cape Town
12.2023
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) -
University of Cape Town
12.2020
National Senior Certificate -
Kimberley Girls' High School
12.2015
Skills
- Research and Writing Skills
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving
- Ability to Work Under Pressure and Independently
- Presentation and Communication Proficiency
- Effective Time Management
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Microsoft Office and Excel
Audited Courses
PBL5644S - Sexual Offence and the Law
SOC5030AF - Qualitative Research Methodologies, In-depth Interviewing and analyses
Accomplishments
Golden Key International Honours Society
Research Interests
- Decolonial feminist theory
- Criminal justice and legal reform
- Rape and sexual violence in South Africa
- Believability and credibility of Black women in justice processes
- Queer experiences within the legal system
- Race, gender, and intersectionality
- Ethnographic and qualitative research methods
Languages
English
IsiXhosa
Afrikaans
Setswana
References
Dr Ruchi Chaturvedi ruchi.chaturvedi@uct.ac.za, (+27)21 650 3514, University of Cape Town
Dr Jameelah Omar jameelah.omar@uct.ac.za, (+27)72 291 2385, University of Cape Town
Timeline
Academic Tutor
University Of Cape Town
03.2025 - Current
Legal Researcher
The Office of the Presidency of South Africa
07.2022 - 12.2022
Research Fellow
Auwal Socio-Economic Rights Research Institute
02.2022 - 05.2022
Orientation Leader
Student Orientation & Advocacy Services, University of Cape Town
02.2020 - 02.2020
Student Administrative Assistant
The Faculty of Law's Development and Marketing Office, University of Cape Town
08.2019 - 02.2020
Ph.D. - Sociology
University of Cape Town
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Theories of Justice and Inequality
University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) -
University of Cape Town
National Senior Certificate -
Kimberley Girls' High School
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