Lilian Okello
CLINICAL NUTRITIONIST & UX RESEARCHER
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Nutritionist and nutrition operations leader with over 7 years of diverse experience in hospital nutrition leadership, private practice, and consumer health advisory. Demonstrated expertise in spearheading food service operations while upholding high nutrition quality standards and transforming consumer health insights into scalable food and wellness solutions. Certified in UX Research, with strong skills in customer behavior analysis, insight synthesis, and evidence-based decision-making. Committed to advancing Healthy U’s mission by delivering innovative wellness food solutions that enhance overall health and well-being.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Nutritionist
Private Practice
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2021 - Current
- Provide evidence-based nutrition assessment, counseling, and personalized diet planning for diverse client populations.
- Analyze consumer nutrition behaviors and translate findings into practical wellness strategies aligned with health trends.
- Deliver nutrition education that improves client adherence, long-term engagement, and wellness outcomes.
- Apply research and UX insight techniques to better understand food choice behavior and decision patterns.
Head of Nutrition & Food Services
Nakuru Heart Center
Nakuru, Kenya
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Led the Nutrition and Food Service Department, overseeing clinical nutrition services and food service coordination.
- Ensured compliance with nutrition, food safety, and healthcare quality standards.
- Improved operational coordination between medical and food service teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Developed nutrition care plans and therapeutic diet systems for inpatient and outpatient services.
Clinical Nutrition Intern
Nakuru Level 5 Hospital
Nakuru, Kenya
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Supported therapeutic diet implementation and nutrition interventions for hospital patients.
- Contributed to nutrition monitoring programs aimed at improving recovery outcomes and reducing hospital stay.
Clinical Nutritionist
Valley Hospital
Nakuru, Kenya
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Prepared and implemented therapeutic diets for inpatient and outpatient clients.
- Conducted nutrition assessments and provided counseling for disease management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Technical University of Kenya
Nairobi12.2016
Skills
Category Strategy & Product Portfolio Planning
Consumer Insight & UX Research
Food Quality, Compliance & Nutrition Standards
Food Service Operations Management
Certification
KNDI Practice License – Reg No: G/3667/20
Timeline
Clinical Nutritionist
Private Practice
01.2021 - Current
Clinical Nutrition Intern
Nakuru Level 5 Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2020
Head of Nutrition & Food Services
Nakuru Heart Center
01.2019 - 01.2021
Clinical Nutritionist
Valley Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Technical University of Kenya
PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS
- Nutrition Presenter – MEDIXUS health forums
- Mentor – Technical University of Kenya, Department of Nutrition