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Ndegemo Daphine
Kampala,102
Summary
Experienced Nutritionist specializing in nutritional assessments and tailored meal plans. Strong background in client education and data analysis to support clients in achieving health goals. Committed to promoting healthy eating habits and enhancing service offerings through continuous research.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutritionist
Ness wellness centre
Kampala , Kira
06.2026 - Current
- Conducting individual nutritional assessments for diverse client needs.
- Developed tailored meal planning strategies to meet individual client needs.
- Educated clients on nutrition principles and healthy eating habits to promote sustainable lifestyle changes.
- Provision of ongoing support and counseling to clients during sessions.
- Research current nutrition trends to enhance service offerings.
- Assessed patients' lifestyle habits and dietary preferences to create personalized nutrition plans.
- Development of products that are tailored to solving unique nutrition problems.
Makerere University students representative
Nutrition and Dietetics Students Society of Uganda (NADSSU)
Kampala , Kampala
04.2025 - 06.2026
- Facilitated workshops on nutrition and wellness for students and community members.
- Coordinated events promoting healthy eating habits among university students.
- Supported planning and execution of health fairs and nutrition outreach programs.
Chairperson
Makerere University Human Nutrition Students Association (MUHUNSA)
Kampala , Makerere
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Led meetings to discuss nutrition initiatives and student engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with university departments to organize educational events and workshops.
- Developed promotional materials to raise awareness about nutrition-related activities.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for community outreach programs focused on health education.
- Oversaw budget planning for association projects and resource allocation activities.
- Mentored new members to enhance their involvement in association initiatives.
Nutrition Intern
Mulago Hospital
Kampala , Mulago
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Assessed clients' nutritional needs through interviews, questionnaires, and physical examinations.
- Assisted dietitians in developing patient meal plans and nutritional assessments.
- Conducted nutrition education sessions for patients and their families.
- Engaged with patients to provide guidance on healthy eating practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to ensure dietary needs are met effectively.
- Monitored inventory of food supplies and reported any shortages promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed during the internship program.
- Compiled reports summarizing client progress over time.
Editor
Makerere University Human Nutrition Students Association, (MUHUNSA)
Kampala , Makerere
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Edited articles for clarity and adherence to university guidelines.
- Reviewed submissions for grammar, punctuation, and style consistency.
- Collaborated with writers to enhance content quality and engagement.
- Managed editorial deadlines and coordinated publication schedules.
- Edited and released over 5 issues of newsletters about different topics in nutrition.
- Interviewed various professionals in Nutrition for inclusion in our newsletters.
Nutrition Intern
Mulago Hospital
Kampala , Mulago
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted nutrition education sessions for patients and their families.
- Assisted dietitians in developing patient meal plans and nutritional assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to ensure dietary needs are met effectively.
- Also prepared therapeutic feeds for patients that were on the Inpatient therapeutic program.
- Documented at kept patient records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition
Makerere University
Kampala , Makerere 08.2023 - 06.2026
St. Peter's S.S Nsambya
Kampala , Nsambya St. Mary's College Lugazi.
Kampala , LugaziSkills
- Nutritional assessment
- Meal planning
- Nutritional research
- Nutrition software
- Record keeping
- Client education
- Communication
Languages
English
First Language
Italian
Beginner (A1)
A1
Luganda
Advanced (C1)
C1
Lugwere
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Accomplishments
- Certificate award for Chairperson, MUHUNSA.
- Certificate award for Editor, MUHUNSA
- Certificate award for Makerere University students representative for NADSSU.
Affiliations
- Worship team member at Church.
- I play the keyboard and guitar
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nutritionist
Ness wellness centre
06.2026 - Current
Nutrition Intern
Mulago Hospital
06.2025 - 07.2025
Makerere University students representative
Nutrition and Dietetics Students Society of Uganda (NADSSU)
04.2025 - 06.2026
Chairperson
Makerere University Human Nutrition Students Association (MUHUNSA)
04.2025 - 04.2026
Nutrition Intern
Mulago Hospital
06.2024 - 07.2024
Editor
Makerere University Human Nutrition Students Association, (MUHUNSA)
04.2024 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition
Makerere University
08.2023 - 06.2026
St. Peter's S.S Nsambya
St. Mary's College Lugazi.