Kuot Alith

Dynamic and skilled professional with a 14+ year track record of success and promotions to positions of increasing responsibility; possess transferable skills and experience with supporting children and youth in community agency settings; Bilingual and Good leadership skills. Academic achievement level preferably at the master's level. Demonstrate some depth of intellectual capacity with the highest standard of honesty and integrity possible; capability to make decisions at the appropriate time and ability to deal with clients in an affable manner.

I have mental and physical stamina along with intelligence tempered with experience and wisdom. Have passion for values and beliefs, committed to goals that are human and ethically centered.

Legal Advisor - Ministry of East African Community Affairs

(2014-06 - 2023-05)

• Focal point person on East African Early Warning System
• Supervised youth workshop in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
• Perform legal advice and harmonize all South Sudan laws with East African laws
• Provide legal advice on matters related to law; Represent Ministry on litigation
• Linkage between Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs
• Review all defense law and policy, rules and regulations; Draft MOU on military cooperation
• General advice on all legal matters

Human Rights and Legal Aid - Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Directorate of Contracts, Conventions and Treaties

(2009-04 - 2009-11)

• Rendering legal advice to GRSS, State Governments and Institutions in all matters relating to criminal law and criminal procedures and any other relevant penal laws
• Supervising investigations, taking cognizance of and prosecuting criminal cases at the GRSS and State levels in accordance with applicable law
• Supervising all Public Attorneys at the GRSS level and at the State level
• Preparing data and reporting on the rate of crime and submit such report to the Under Secretary; Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs

Child and Youth Worker/Relief - Yellowhead Youth Centre - Edmonton, AB

(2005-11 - 2007-12)

• Managed and administered youth and community projects and resources
• Assessed the needs of young people by planning and delivering programs to meet those needs
• Supported youth and families in various setting to facilitate personal, social and educational growth in young people as well as encouraging greater social inclusion
• Established trusting and meaningful one-on-one relationships with clients
• Implemented strategies such as planned daily activities, coordinated treatment interventions and organized recreational and social activities
• Guided youth to identify personal strengths and resources for positive change
• Helped develop and maintain individual and group treatment programs and progress records
• Responded effectively to acts of aggression and depressive, destructive or self-injurious behaviors

Replacement Worker - Catholic Social Services - Edmonton, AB

(2003-01 - 2005-12)

• Observed the conduct and behaviors of the residence to prevent disturbance
• Support clients with daily living; ability to develop client relationships that are based on mutual respect; Prepare nutritious meals according to client's specific menu
• Update and maintain communication book, daily logs, share vision; ensure all documentation is performed in a clear and professional manner
• Respond effectively to acts of aggression and depressive, destructive or self-injurious behavior
• Perform all client assistance function for daily living in a neat and clean environment; ensure safety and safe environment for the clients; Supervise and support children and youth in a residential setting
• Work as an integral member of the team and develop a positive and healthy relationship with team
• Establish trusting and meaningful one-on-one relationships with clients
• Function as a role model and provide direct supervision to clients
• Possess a strong theoretical knowledge of senior children and youth care practice
• Performed daily log, intake assessment and case plan for residents Elpida West/East and Elpida for Women
• Supervised residents' curfews and forward violations to Duty Officer and Probation Officer

LLM - Masters of Law - University of Juba (2018-01 - 2019-11)

Diploma - Human Rights - Juba University (2016-01 - 2017-11)

Bachelor Degree - Criminal Justice - University of Athabasca (2005-01 - 2009-12)

Diploma - Correctional Service - Grant McEwan (2005-04 - 2005-04)

Field Placement - Probation Officer - Court House, Fort Saskatchewan (2004-05 - 2004-06)