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COURTNEYALLA DOTSON

COURTNEYALLA DOTSON

Summary

Experienced in developing and executing impactful advocacy strategies to influence public policy. Skilled in communication and networking, building strong partnerships to drive successful initiatives. Proven leadership in campaigns that led to positive policy changes and increased community awareness. Background in legal environments, with expertise in regulatory compliance, research, and clear report writing. Eager to transition into a new field to apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to make a meaningful impact.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Campaigns & Advocacy Officer

Transparency International Papua New Guinea
08.2024 - Current
  • Used data-driven strategies to assess campaign effectiveness, guide adjustments, and raise awareness through media and press releases.
  • Coordinated events and represented the organization at external engagements with partner organizations.
  • Analyzed policy documents, developed materials, and researched emerging trends for effective advocacy.
  • Managed relationships with mandated officials/institutions and collaborated with the team on targeted advocacy campaigns

Events Support

Transparency International Papua New Guinea
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Collaborated effectively with team members, providing support and guidance to ensure smooth operations.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with stakeholders and worked efficiently under tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Student Intern

Dentons Law Firm
11.2023 - 03.2024

Following working for Dentons Sydney Office - June 2023

  • Supported litigation and commercial teams with legal research, including statutes, decisions, and legal articles.
  • Attended depositions and court proceedings, preparing case summaries and legal memoranda
  • Conducted background checks.

Student Intern

Ashurst Sydney
06.2023 - 06.2023
  • Enhanced internship experience by actively participating in team meetings and contributing valuable ideas.
  • Expanded professional network by actively engaging with colleagues and mentors within the organization, fostering valuable connections for future career opportunities.
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.

Legal Intern

Transparency International Papua New Guinea
10.2022 - 02.2023
  • Assisted the Anti-Corruption Help-Desk with case management, legal research, and document drafting, ensuring confidentiality.
  • Reviewed legal information, proofed documents, and protected sensitive client and organizational matters.
  • Supported administrative and program activities
  • Analyzed statutes and regulations relevant to specific cases; providing additional context.

Counter Attendant

Butchery Boroko Foodworld, Gordans
12.2018 - 01.2019

School holiday work Experience.

  • Organize and stock all butchery food displays
  • Managed multiple tasks in high-volume environment.
  • Serve customers
  • Prepare large pre-orders


Vice Head Girl & Board Member

Marianville Secondary School
01.2018 - 01.2018
  • Ensuring the safe transport of all day students throughout the city and outside centers every school day.
  • Served as Head of the Disciplinary Committee.
  • And further as an Ex Officio member of the Marianville Secondary School Board of Governors
  • Organised the Marianville Secondary School annual SRC Project Fundraiser

Education

Bachelor's of Law - Law

University of Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby
03-2023

Year 12 Certificate -

Marianville Secondary High School
Port Moresby
01.2020

Skills

  • Strong communication abilities
  • Proficient in time and resource management
  • Strong analytical research capabilities
  • Dedicated work ethic and effective team collaboration
  • Analytical problem-solving and multitasking
  • Data privacy management
  • Skilled in software navigation
  • Project management

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of Auditors from the Auditor Generals Office in the development of TIPNG Accountability Scorecard.
  • Contributed to National Policy: Draft Mining Bill 2025 and State-CSO Policy.
  • Co-Founded the Art Activism Movement

References

  • Arianne Kassman, Cheif Executive Officer, Transparency International - 3234971
  • Maliwai Saaingian, Executive Director, The Voice Inc - 3211134

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Campaigns & Advocacy Officer

Transparency International Papua New Guinea
08.2024 - Current

Events Support

Transparency International Papua New Guinea
04.2024 - 07.2024

Student Intern

Dentons Law Firm
11.2023 - 03.2024

Student Intern

Ashurst Sydney
06.2023 - 06.2023

Legal Intern

Transparency International Papua New Guinea
10.2022 - 02.2023

Counter Attendant

Butchery Boroko Foodworld, Gordans
12.2018 - 01.2019

Vice Head Girl & Board Member

Marianville Secondary School
01.2018 - 01.2018

Bachelor's of Law - Law

University of Papua New Guinea

Year 12 Certificate -

Marianville Secondary High School
COURTNEYALLA DOTSON