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singing,playing guitar,writing songs,bit of reading.
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Faith Chepkemoi
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Faith Chepkemoi

Nakuru, Nakuru District

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Research AssistantProject AnalystNutrition Specialist

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site
Location: Nakuru, Nakuru District, KEEast AfricaUnited StatesEuropeCanada
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

650000/yr - 1500000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home option401k match

Summary

Dynamic professional with a solid background in nutrition and public health epidemiology. Known for delivering impactful nutrition programs and conducting thorough dietary assessments, advocacy and innovation committed to enhancing community health outcomes. Passionate about children's welfare,and alleviating malnutrition while utilizing global best practices.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nutrition Specialist

County Government of Kericho
Nakuru
07.2018 - Current
  • Developed and implemented nutrition education programs for community health initiatives.
  • Conducted dietary assessments to identify nutritional needs of diverse populations within the clinical and community setup.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to integrate nutrition services into patient care plans .
  • Trained staff on nutrition-related policies, promoting best practices in food safety and wellness within the community set-up and hospital.
  • Monitored calorie count for individual patients in accordance with specific nutritional needs as specified by physicians.

Research Assistant

UN Women
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya (Remote)
07.2018 - 12.2019
  • Contributed to UN women's mission 2018 by conducting data collection on gender-based violence,showcasing dedication to addressing critical issues affecting women.
  • Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to support gender equality initiatives and research projects.
  • Developed data collection tools, ensuring accuracy and relevance for ongoing studies and surveys.
  • Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data, providing insights to inform policy recommendations and program improvements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement research methodologies aligned with organizational objectives.

Project Analyst

PEPFAR Project Site Evaluation.-TADE Kenya
South Rift-Valley Region- Kenya
01.2016 - 12.2017
  • Analyzed project data to identify trends and improve evaluation processes.
  • Developed comprehensive reports to support strategic decision-making for project outcomes.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
  • Facilitated training sessions for team members on project management best practices.
  • Conducted risk assessments and proposed mitigation strategies to minimize project delays.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition And Dietetics

Moi University
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, Kenya

Master of Science - Master of Public Health Epidemiology

Kabarak University
Kabarak
12-2026

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent analytical and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to work independently and deliver results
  • Managerial leadership
  • Programme development and planning
  • Programme management, monitoring and quality control of results
  • Advisory services and technical support
  • Advocacy, networking and partnership building
  • Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

Accomplishments

  • Developed a wellness research project related to vegetarian and vegan diets.
  • Documented and resolved acute malnutrition cases which led to 20% reduction in time for paediatric patients.
  • Author of “Micro-nutrient Deficiencies in urban populations” published in [African Journal of Nutrition and dietetics] in 2026.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Collaborated with team of 9 departmental heads in the development of a new standardized screening protocol across special clinics.
  • Achieved a 30% increase in data entry accuracy by introducing a checklist for recording of tasks.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Supervised team of 15 staff members.

Affiliations

Kenya Nutritionists and Dietitians Institute.

Winner's Chapel International

Nakuru Walk Movement.

Nakuru bookclub.

Concert Family Annex

Liveband Nakuru

Certification

Nutrition and Dietetics Officer,registered clinical nutrition

Additional Information

The ability to learn very fast and metamorphose into a new work environment.

singing,playing guitar,writing songs,bit of reading.

Skilled in songwriting demonstrates high level of creativity,discipline and public presentation skills,a youtube channel www.youtube.com/@FAITHSONOIYA.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Swahili
Full Professional

Software

Statistical Package for the Social Sciences(spss)

Emergency Nutrition Assessment for Smart

T0-T4 Translational Research Continuum

WHO Anthro Survey Analyser

Ms Excel

Nutrient Data System for Research

Statistical Analysis Software(SAS Institute)

Timeline

Nutrition Specialist

County Government of Kericho
07.2018 - Current

Research Assistant

UN Women
07.2018 - 12.2019

Project Analyst

PEPFAR Project Site Evaluation.-TADE Kenya
01.2016 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition And Dietetics

Moi University

Master of Science - Master of Public Health Epidemiology

Kabarak University

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