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Shahleen Pturgo

Shahleen Pturgo

Nairobi

Summary

Compassionate professional in the field of nutrition and dietetics with a track record of leadership at Farmers Helping Farmers. Proficient in implementing impactful nutrition education programs that promote community engagement. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and communication, successfully training diverse groups to enhance food safety awareness and nutritional practices, resulting in significant improvements in community health outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

SURVEYOR

FARMERS HELPING FARMERS
Meru
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Interviewed individuals to fill out forms, questionnaires, and answer questions to foster accuracy.
  • Used digital, specified survey forms to compile, record, and code data from interviews or surveys.
  • Explained survey objectives and procedures to interviewees, interpreting survey questions to help with comprehension.
  • I visited homes to collect data.

COMMUNITY NUTRITIONIST

FARMERS HELPING FARMERS
Meru
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Trained and followed up on the importance of food safety, good nutrition, and making meals more nutritious using locally grown foods for dairy farmers, women group members, school children, school cooks, and gardeners.
  • Helped individuals manage chronic illnesses with dietary management strategies.
  • Educate community members about the importance of balanced nutrition during pregnancy and early childhood development.
  • Assisted in developing educational materials on topics such as food safety and One Health.

NUTRITION ATTACHEE

KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL
Nairobi
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed presentation and public speaking skills through patient sessions and group nutrition education.
  • Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
  • Provided counseling on healthy eating habits and lifestyle modifications.
  • Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus for individuals with health conditions.
  • Recommended appropriate feeding schedules and methods to meet nutritional needs and abilities.

COMMUNITY NUTRITIONIST VOLUNTEER

CITAM MISIONS EVANGELISTS
Marsabit
09.2022 - 09.2022
  • I volunteered as a nutritionist at a medical and veterinary camp in Marsabit.
  • Worked alongside healthcare professionals to implement patient care strategies.

Education

BSC. - FOOD NUTRITION & DIETETICS

Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya
12-2024

SECONDARY SCHOOL -

Moi High School Kabarak
Nakuru, Kenya
11-2019

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication
  • Volunteering
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Cultural competence
  • Public speaking
  • Community education

References

References available upon request.

Accomplishments

  • Became the Chairperson at Kenyatta University Nutrition club in 2024
  • Became a member of Food Technology and Nutrition Students Society of Kenya
  • Participated in a published article; Empowering youth as agents of change: Gaps and opportunities for meaningful youth engagement (MAYE) for sustainable nutrition, climate and public health programmes in Maternal & Child Nutrition

Timeline

SURVEYOR

FARMERS HELPING FARMERS
01.2025 - 03.2025

COMMUNITY NUTRITIONIST

FARMERS HELPING FARMERS
05.2024 - 12.2024

NUTRITION ATTACHEE

KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL
05.2023 - 08.2023

COMMUNITY NUTRITIONIST VOLUNTEER

CITAM MISIONS EVANGELISTS
09.2022 - 09.2022

BSC. - FOOD NUTRITION & DIETETICS

Kenyatta University

SECONDARY SCHOOL -

Moi High School Kabarak

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