Makungu Bravian
Nutrition & Dietetics
I am self-motivated and responsible individual who
works well and delivers even while under pressure. I am result oriented, organized and versatile. I believe in doing all my tasks diligently under minimal
supervision and I am a team player and thus blend
well with people. 1 am trainable and eager to learn. Career Objective
To secure a challenging position that utilizes the skills, knowledge and experience that I am
endowed with. That position should offer the
opportunity to learn and gain experience, and at the same time aiding me make a positive contribution
towards the attainment of organizational goals and objectives.
Skills and Competencies
- Knowledge of nutrition science (macronutrients,
micronutrients, and dietary guidelines).
Ability to assess nutritional needs through
methods such as dietary analysis, health history,
and anthropometric measurements.
- Knowledgeable in providing nutrition
interventions for individuals with medical
conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular
disease, and food allergies.
- Effective communication skills to educate and
offer counsel on nutrition-related matters both in writing and verbally.
- Exemplary organizational skills to manage
nutrition records and keep track of transactions.
- Excellent customer service skills to build and
maintain client relationships.
- Strong presentation skills to convey complex
dietetics information and data to stakeholders
and clients.
Contact Information
PHONE:
E-MAIL:
**********@*****.***
Education Background
Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
Management
School of Health and Applied Science
(AIRADS)
2017
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
St. Peters Secondary School - Ndalu
2011 – 2013
Grade C- (Minus)
Areas of Expertise
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Field Research
- Data Collection and Entry
- Business Administration
- Customer Service
- Record-Keeping
Affiliations
Member and Secretary;
Christian Union (AIRADS)
Work Experience
Nutritionist; Vihiga County
May 2019 to Present
- Develop and implement nutrition programs and
interventions to address community health issues.
- Provide nutrition education and counseling to
individuals and groups within the county.
- Collaborate with local healthcare facilities and community organizations to promote nutrition
and wellness.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of
nutrition programs and make necessary
adjustments.
- Conduct community outreach and awareness
campaigns on nutrition and healthy eating habits.
- Collect and maintain data related to nutrition
programs and outcomes.
- Advocate for policies and initiatives that promote better nutrition and public health within the
county.
Nutrition Researcher with Bioversity International October 2018
- Conduct research on various aspects of nutrition, including food diversity, dietary habits, and
nutritional outcomes.
- Collect and analyze data from surveys, interviews, and field studies.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary research team to design research protocols and methodologies.
- Interpret research findings and draw conclusions based on data analysis.
- Prepare research reports, presentations, and
publications for dissemination.
- Present research findings at conferences and
meetings.
- Engage in knowledge sharing and collaboration
with other researchers and organizations.
Personal Values
- Pro-active team player.
- Demonstrable ability in prioritizing
tasks, meeting deadlines and working
under limited supervision.
- Smart listening, smart thinking,
patience, as well as resilience
- Accustomed to operating under
intense administrative stress.
- Smart, enthusiastic and with a positive
attitude.
- Dynamic, self-motivated, highly flexible
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and
priorities
Computer Proficiency
MS Excel Excellent
MS Access Excellent
MS PowerPoint Excellent
MS Word Excellent
MS Publisher Excellent
Language Proficiency
English
Reading, Writing and Speaking
Swahili
Reading, Writing and Speaking
Clerk; Independent Electoral and Boundaries
Commission (IEBC) August 2017
- Assisted in the organization and management of
electoral materials and equipment.
- Supported the registration of voters and verify
their eligibility.
- Ensured the accurate documentation and record-
keeping of voter registration data.
- Assisted voters during the election process and
provided information as needed.
- Collaborated with election officials to ensure a smooth voting process.
- Maintained order and security at the polling
station.
- Compiled and submitted election results to the
appropriate authorities.
Nutritionist; Vihiga County Referral Hospital (Attaché)
- Assessed and evaluated the nutritional needs of
patients in the hospital.
- Developed customized dietary plans for patients
based on their medical conditions and nutritional
requirements.
- Provided nutrition counseling to patients and their families to promote healthy eating habits and
manage specific health issues.
- Monitored the nutritional status and progress of patients during their hospital stay.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurses, to ensure
comprehensive patient care.
- Stayed updated on the latest developments in
nutrition science and incorporated evidence-
based practices into patient care.
- Maintained accurate records of nutritional
assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss and plan patient care strategies.
Referees
Dr. Odipo Jacob
Clinical Services Coordinator;
Vihiga County
P O BOX 344, Maragoli
Contact: 072*******
Callen Onchwari
Clinical Nutritionist;
Vihiga County
P O Box 344, Maragoli
Contact: 071*******
Mrs. Anyika Juliet
Nutrition Coordinator;
Sabatia Subcounty
P O Box 120, Maragoli
Contact: 072*******