Resume DIETITIAN/ NUTRITIONIST in Kenya Nairobi

DIETITIAN/ NUTRITIONIST
Medicine - Pharmaceuticals - Healthcare
1500 $
Kenya (Nairobi)
24-06-2025
Contact person: Faith Moraa Maina
Country of Residence: Kenya
Age: 32
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Experience:
2025- Current- SPORTS ORACLE- International Olympic Committee • Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Nutrition 2012-2015: UNIVERSITY OF ELDORET • BSC. Food Science and Nutrition 2007-2010: MOI TEA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) 2020- Current -Sports Nutrition Consultant Kenya Cycling Federation Responsibilities and Achievements • Conducting sports nutrition workshops. • Preparation of the food menu and mealplan for the athletes. • Ensuring the food is hygienically prepared and is of the right quality and quantity • Offering nutrition education to different teams. • Prepared the athletes from different sports teams taking part in Deaflympics, common wealth Games and world championships. March 2021 - Current – Nutrition Tutor - Nairobi Zoezi institute Responsibilities • Plan and teach Food and Nutrition Lessons • Set and mark exams and assignments • Accompany students to educational and recreational trips • Developed and provided update to the required curriculum. • Supervised student classroom projects on regular basis April 2020- May 2021- Clinical Nutritionist National Spinal Injury Referral Hospital Achievements • Successful completion of Nutrition and COVI-19 Training among 50 Health Care Workers • Developed a nutrition care plan tool for the Hospital. Responsibilities • Assessment and providing nutrition therapy to patients both inpatient and outpatient. • Providing individualized nutrition education to acute care patients for disease prevention and chronic disease management • Evaluating nutrition intake of clients for adequacy and assessing the nutrition status of patients, making appropriate recommendations • Taking part in both the patient's entry and exit family conference. • Participating in the interdisciplinary rounds. • Conducting Continuous Medical Education and Nutrition Health Talks. • Designing of the hospital menu and ensuring nutrition adequacy. January 2017- Dec 2018- Nutritionist Associate APHIA PLUS Western Kenya/MOH- USAID Achievements • Timely submission of monthly reports from 5% to 100% • Improved breastfeeding within the first one hour of birth and exclusive breastfeeding among PMTCT mothers at 100%. • Harmonized and implemented nutrition activities within the facility and the community. • Successful implementation of Nutrition Assessment, Care and Support across various age groups. • Taking part in a weekend psychosocial program for pediatrics and adolescents living with HIV/AIDS with 95 % attendance. • Successful training of 240 farmers from vulnerable groups on Nutrition Sensitive Agriculture and Integrated farming in collaboration with other partners to promote food security in the Nyamusi community. Responsibilities. • Managing the hospital’s nutrition department. • Overseeing the project’s work in four other low volume facilities by conducting support supervision. • Carry out daily nutrition assessment and diagnosis of nutrition disorders. • Mentor and train other health staff on growth monitoring, promotion of IYCF and IMAM • Management of acute and severe malnutrition cases through therapeutic management • Follow up of patients through outpatient programs. • Implemented aspects of promotive, preventive and curative policies. • Participated in the county data review and program strategic planning meetings Feb 2016- Dec 2016 -Nutritionist intern -Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital. Responsibilities • Conducting in-depth nutritional assessment and developing individualized diet plans. • Handling dietary modifications for patients with constantly changing medical or physical needs. • Providing counseling to patients regarding healthy eating habits with a view to handle diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. • Calculating each patient’s nutritional requirements and making nutrition plans accordingly. • Discussing with patients to determine their health and nutrition goals. • Planning diet programs for patients based on their individual profiles
Education:
2025- Current- SPORTS ORACLE- International Olympic Committee • Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Nutrition 2012-2015: UNIVERSITY OF ELDORET • BSC. Food Science and Nutrition 2007-2010: MOI TEA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.)
Skills:
Nutritional Assessment and Diagnosis Conducting dietary assessments (24-hour recalls, FFQs, food diaries) Evaluating anthropometric, biochemical, and clinical data Identifying nutrition-related health risks and deficiencies Nutrition Counseling and Client Education Developing individualized meal plans based on medical, cultural, and lifestyle needs Educating clients on healthy eating, portion control, and behavior change Motivational interviewing and goal setting Clinical Nutrition Support Managing medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for conditions like diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and malnutrition Collaborating with doctors, nurses, and therapists in multidisciplinary teams Monitoring progress and adjusting care plans Public Health and Community Nutrition Designing nutrition programs for schools, workplaces, or communities Conducting health promotion workshops or campaigns Addressing food insecurity and malnutrition Food and Nutrition Product Knowledge Understanding of functional foods, supplements, and herbal nutrition Reviewing product labels and evaluating nutritional content Advising on product formulation or health claims Research and Evidence-Based Practice Interpreting and applying scientific studies in nutrition Supporting or conducting research projects and data analysis Writing nutrition reports or contributing to publications Digital and Technological Proficiency Using dietary analysis software (e.g., Nutritics, Cronometer) Proficiency in Microsoft Office and report generation Creating educational content for digital platforms Regulatory and Ethical Compliance Familiarity with food laws, labeling standards, and dietary guidelines (e.g., KEBs, WHO, FDA) Adhering to professional codes of conduct and confidentiality
Language skills:
English
Additionally:
OTHER CERTIFICATIONS• Sports Administrator course certificate –National Olympics Committee of Kenya • International Cycling Union - level 2 Coaching Certificate • World Antidoping Agency Certificate (WADA/ADEL) • Antidoping Agency of Kenya Certificate(ADAK) • Kenya Nutritionists and Dietetics Institute Registration Certificate
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