Apuot Bol
Wyndham Vale,VIC
Summary
Experienced bilingual Family and Children Engagement officer with over 6 years of experience in Community engagement field with strong practical knowledge of child development from birth to 12 years.
Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving community needs.
Highly organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parenting Circle of Security Program Facilitator
State Govt
Richmond, Vic
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
- · Demonstrated working knowledge of child development, attachment and bonding, trauma and contemporary parent education theories.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
- Planned and facilitated 12 workshops online via Circle of Security based parenting program, employing varied methods to maximize attendance.
- Proven ability to engage a range of parents, including those considered vulnerable or at risk.
- Working knowledge of family-centred and strength based practice.
- Collaborated with local organisations e.g. North Richmond Community Health Centre, Neighborhood Houses, Justice Centre to identify areas in need of improvement and implement solutions.
- Highly developed presentation skills and experience in group facilitation
Cultural officer, Family Engagement officer
West Richmond
Richmond, VIC
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Support identified students by engaging parents/carers in information sessions in Dinka and English to in educate and strengthen their knowledge of school requirements and how to structure home to be warm and nurturing;
- Supported parents during parents/teacher/s report meeting or interviews by translating Dinka language.
- Strengthened connections between school and different cultural groups within College community;
- Liaised effectively with external service providers and assist teachers and cluster coordinators, students and their families to access these services;
Member of Richmond
Women’s Circle
09.2021 - 03.2022
Co-founder of VOAV
Sole Trader
Melbourne, VIC
08.2021 - Current
- Voices Of Africa Victoria (VOAV) website voav.org
- Empowered parents to provide nurturing homes for their children to grow physically, emotionally, mentally and socially.
- Empowered children to build skills and develop strategies to support their emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing through the arts.
- Empowered women to upskill to manage stress, build resilience, connect socially, and navigate difficult circumstances.
- The Migrant Women’s Support program provides assistance to families impacted by lockdowns and loss of income.
Founder of Nurturing African Gen
08.2020 - Current
- Identified target audiences and devised campaigns to match target demographics and optimize results.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Engaged over 200+ members by sharing tips to encourage effective family and community engagement.
- Established targets for social media platforms to reflect business objectives.
Community Engagement Coordinator
South Sudanese Community Associations In Victoria
Melbourne, VIC
02.2016 - 02.2020
- Conducted analysis of community needs and resources to support strategic plans.
- Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
Program Manager
Migrant Strengthening Community Engagement
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Oversaw high profile projects for by planning, designing, and scheduling phases.
- Monitored progress of programs, using and applying programming documents, program directives, funding documents and other program material.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Launched Parents and Children programs and gathered functional and business requirements to support team and mitigate risks.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments
Student and Family Engagement Officer
Catholic Regional College
Sydenham, VIC
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Support identified students by engaging parents/carers in information sessions in Dinka and English to in educate and strengthen their knowledge of school requirements and how to structure home to be warm and nurturing;
- Supported parents during parents/teacher/s report meeting or interviews by translating Dinka language.
- Wrote successful grant application for a mentoring program for disengaged calds students, implemented and evaluate strength-based intervention strategies/programs including facilitating groups and school activities to support identified students to access school curriculum and engage in schooling;
- Strengthened connections between school and different cultural groups within College community;
- Liaised effectively with external service providers and assist teachers and cluster coordinators, students and their families to access these services;
- Attended teachers and parents meetings, offered translation for parents.
- Worked alongside the Wellbeing Team to help develop targeted programs and interventions that support students and families, and strengthen connections with the College through fostering school and family partnerships.
Waitress
Khartoum Restaurant
Melbourne, VIC
06.2012 - 07.2014
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest
Education
Diploma of Community Services. - Family And Community Services
Australian College of Community Service & Care
Diploma of Project management -
Melbourne Polytechnic
Melbourne, VICVCE - undefined
St Albans Secondary College
2014
Skills
- Interpersonal abilities
- Personal accountability
- Cultural Awareness
- Project management skills
- Organizational and time management skills
- Extensive knowledge with CALDS communities
- Team leadership skills - perfectly able to lead team as well as follow directions and policies
- Strong Microsoft & IT skills
Websites
Certification
- Awarded [Certificate Storytime with diverse communities training, City of Yarra]
- Awarded [ successful completion The Hour of Code; demonstrating an understanding of the basic concepts of computer science]
- Awarded [ Certificate in Child Psychology; neuroscience and Development]
- Trauma and resilience training certificate
- Valid HLTAID004- provide first aid in an education & care setting
- Valid Police check
- Working with Children Check
Timeline
Member of Richmond
Women’s Circle
09.2021 - 03.2022
Co-founder of VOAV
Sole Trader
08.2021 - Current
Cultural officer, Family Engagement officer
West Richmond
03.2021 - 12.2021
Parenting Circle of Security Program Facilitator
State Govt
11.2020 - 05.2022
Program Manager
Migrant Strengthening Community Engagement
11.2020 - 05.2022
Student and Family Engagement Officer
Catholic Regional College
08.2020 - 07.2021
Founder of Nurturing African Gen
08.2020 - Current
Community Engagement Coordinator
South Sudanese Community Associations In Victoria
02.2016 - 02.2020
Waitress
Khartoum Restaurant
06.2012 - 07.2014
Diploma of Community Services. - Family And Community Services
Australian College of Community Service & Care
Diploma of Project management -
Melbourne Polytechnic
VCE - undefined
St Albans Secondary College