HAPPYNESS LOTHI ZAKAYO
ARUSHA,Tanzania
Summary
Experienced Nutrition Professional specializing in personalized nutrition plans and dietary education. Conducts comprehensive nutritional assessments and collaborates with healthcare teams to enhance client wellness. Utilizes nutrition software for data analysis and empowers clients through effective consultations and meal planning.
Compassionate Nutritionist recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing personalized nutritional plans, conducting dietary assessments, and providing evidence-based dietary counseling. Good in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to effectively address individual client needs and foster healthier lifestyles.
Overview
2
2
Languages
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Nutrition field Worker
Nyamagana District Hospital
Mwanza , TZ
03.2026 - 04.2026
- Conducted nutritional assessments of patients, including review of medical history and laboratory results.
- Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus for individuals with health conditions.
- Recommended nutrient dense meal plans that are culturally appropriate for each client's individual needs.
- Counseled individuals regarding nutrition related issues such as weight loss and gain, chronic diseases, allergies and eating disorders.
- Monitored patients' progress towards meeting health goals through regular follow-up visits.
- Monitored client progress and updated nutrition goals as needed.
- Documented assessments, counseling notes, and dietary recommendations accurately.
- Provided education on healthy eating habits, food selection and preparation.
- Provided guidance on how to shop for nutritious foods within a budget.
- Encouraged clients and caregivers to follow recommended food guidelines for well-balanced diets by giving suggestions of various wholesome foods and meals.
- Facilitated group discussions about nutrition topics at community events or workshops.
- Educated families about the importance of balanced nutrition during pregnancy and early childhood development.
- Identified potential risks or complications related to malnutrition or dietary deficiencies.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff on diet-related care plans.
Field Worker
Bugando medical centre
Mwanza , Tanzania
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Educated clients on healthy eating habits and food preparation techniques to promote long-term wellness.
- Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus for individuals with health conditions.
- Conducted nutritional assessments of patients, including review of medical history and laboratory results.
- Developed personalized nutrition plans for diverse client needs.
- Conducted one-on-one consultations to assess dietary habits and set personalized health goals.
- Informed clients on nutritional principles to empower healthier food choices and enhance overall well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support client wellness initiatives.
- Utilized nutrition software to track client progress and dietary adherence.
- Researched current nutrition trends to provide up-to-date information to clients.
- Assessed patient's lifestyle habits, dietary intake and preferences in order to develop personalized nutrition plans.
- Monitored patients' progress towards meeting health goals through regular follow-up visits.
- Encouraged clients and caregivers to follow recommended food guidelines for well-balanced diets by giving suggestions of various wholesome foods and meals.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition - Bsc in Human Nutrition
Sokoine University of Agriculture
Morogoro , Tanzania 11.2023 - 08.2026
Dareda Secondary School
Manyara, Tanzania Secondary Certification -
Sorenyi Secondary School
01.2015 - 11.2018
Skills
- Nutritional assessments
- Personal nutrition plans
- Meal planning
- Dietary education
- Client consultations
- Collaboration with healthcare professionals
- Nutrition software usage
- Data interpretation
- Research skills
- Nutrition software
- Progress monitoring
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Beginner (A1)
A1
Refferies
Claudia silvanus
Senior nutritionist at BMc
0712828294
Catherine Morrice shekidele
Vpo manager at TBL
0759330413
Catherine.morrice@tz. abinev
Anna Tesha
Research supervisor
0769171458
anna.tesha@sua.ac.tz
Affiliations
- Skills in data collection, I worked ata TAHA as a reseach enumerator
Timeline
Nutrition field Worker
Nyamagana District Hospital
03.2026 - 04.2026
Field Worker
Bugando medical centre
03.2025 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition - Bsc in Human Nutrition
Sokoine University of Agriculture
11.2023 - 08.2026
Secondary Certification -
Sorenyi Secondary School
01.2015 - 11.2018
Dareda Secondary School