Mercy Mutunga

Community Nutrition Attachment

Talent

NairobiMember since July 4, 2026

Community nutrition education & behaviour change communicationNutrition assessment & screening (MUAC, BMI, growth monitoring)Maternal, infant and young child nutrition (MIYCN)Monitoring, evaluation & reporting (M&E)Data collection, analysis & documentationFood security, nutrition-sensitive agriculture & kitchen gardeningWASH & public health promotionCommunity outreach, mobilization & stakeholder engagementProject implementation & field coordinationTeamwork, communication & adaptabilityCommunity mobilization and engagementNutrition AssessmentNutrition Education and CounsellingGrowth Monitoring and Anthropometric MeasurementsData Collection and ReportingMicrosoft WordTeamwork and CommunicationFood security and sustainable diets knowledge

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About

A motivated and passionate Food, Nutrition and Dietetics graduate from Kenyatta University, awaiting graduation in December 2026, seeking an internship and volunteer opportunity to apply my knowledge and practical experience in community nutrition, food security and public health. I am committed to improving nutrition outcomes through community engagement, nutrition education and evidence-based interventions while gaining professional experience in the humanitarian and development sector.

Experience

Community Nutrition Attachment - World Vision Kenya Marigat - Marigat

Conducted household nutrition assessments and growth monitoring.
Participated in nutrition education and behaviour change communication.
Supported food security and nutrition interventions.
Assisted in monitoring and evaluation activities.
Participated in data collection activities using the kobocollect tool.
Participated in community outreach, WASH, and nutrition-sensitive agriculture activities.

Clinical Nutrition Attachment - Thika Level 5 Hospital - Thika

Conducted nutrition assessments and nutrition counselling.
Assisted in therapeutic diet planning and patient follow-up.
Worked with multidisciplinary teams in managing patients with various medical conditions.