Mphainyane Mphafi
Public Health Practitioner And Nutritionist
Northcliff
Summary
Driven leader with strong problem-solving and communication skills to the team. Reaching South Africa's toughest places with most disadvantaged adolescent girls, young women and key population groups such as under five children and pregnant teenagers and support them in improving their sexual and reproductive health. Hard working and passionate with strong organizational skills in collaborating with stakeholders such as non-government organizations, government as well as community to remove obstacles that prevent adolescents and young women from accessing sexual and reproductive health services. Form teenage girls and teenage moms safe hubs and conduct school outreaches to raise awareness on sexual and reproductive health as well as provide sustainable methods of curbing the period poverty by doing menstrual cups training to these girls as well as their teachers, parents and guardians. Nutrition and Public health Practitioner bringing close to 18 years of experience in community work especially vulnerable groups of people in the vulnerable communities. Effectively manages assignments and team members. Dedicated to self-development to provide expectation-exceeding service.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Languages
Work History
Health and Nutrition Manager
ACFS Community Education and Feeding Scheme
04.2021 - Current
- Established health and nutrition outreaches in 16 informal settlements reaching 2500 children aged 0-6 to disseminate nutrition education to curb malnutrition in particular stunting which is concern in South Africa.
- Performed school outreaches in 10 high schools reaching 4000 young girls in Gauteng and Free State provinces to disseminate sexual and reproductive health services.
- Enhanced team performance through regular training sessions on health and nutrition topics
- Established strong relationships with community partners to promote collaboration in addressing public health concerns
- Streamlined processes for efficient meal planning, preparation, and delivery to clients
- Organized successful community events that promoted wellness
- Designed educational materials and presentations for various audiences, increasing awareness about healthy lifestyle choices
- Managed budgets and resources effectively to maximize impact of health and nutrition initiatives
- Mentored staff members on best practices in managing diverse clients with varying nutritional needs
- Conducted research on emerging trends in health and nutrition, informing program development strategies
SRH and NACS Technical Officer
World Vision
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Worked with World Vision SA as NACS & SRH Technical Assistant supporting Department of Health with planning, managing and reporting of activities implemented to fight malnutrition, TB and HIV/AIDS pandemic in Free State.
- Collaborated with5 clinics in 3 districts to support adolescent girls in managing their viral load suppression, adhering to ART as well as retaining those that have defaulted.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue
- Drove innovation within department by promoting creative thinking and supporting new initiatives
Data capturer
Right to Care
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Excelled in working independently as well as collaborating with teams, utilizing strong multi tasking skills to manage capturing of data in order to increase efficiency and productivity using Tier. Net 1.10.5 version and Therapy Edge.
- Committed to continuous learning, actively seeking opportunities for professional development within field of Data Capturing
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks, maintaining a high level of professionalism under pressure and tight deadlines
Nutrition Officer
EGPAF LSO
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Worked with Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation to assess nutritional status of all patients in clinics that were supported
- These included young children under age of 5, adolescents girls, young women and all vulnerable groups of people such as TB-ART patients.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by offering individualized meal planning and dietary counseling services
- Developed comprehensive training materials for new team members to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality nutrition services across organization
- Increased patient adherence to prescribed diets by utilizing motivational interviewing techniques during counseling sessions
- Strengthened community wellness initiatives by organizing public events focused on raising awareness about proper nutrition and lifestyle habits
- Conducted thorough assessments of client progress, adjusting nutrition plans as needed to achieve optimal results
- Expanded organizational reach by establishing partnerships with external agencies committed to improving community health outcomes through proper nutrition education efforts
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients
- Counseled clients on nutrition issues such as obesity, eating disorders, tube feeding management, failure to thrive and feeding dysfunction
Nutrition Officer
Ministry Of Agriculture And Food Security
Maseru
03.2004 - 09.2016
- Performed facilitation and implementation of community action plan through action learning cycle.
- Established positive workplace culture by collaborating with team members and display strong work ethic
- Promote better communication and teamwork in multidisciplinary projects by providing common language and shared understanding of key concepts and practices in health promotion.
- Responsible for one district, 10 schools, 3 clinics to increase nutrition and sexual and reproductive health knowledge
- Building coalitions and stimulating inter-sectoral collaboration on health issues
- Establishing and maintaining linkages with community leaders and other key health promotion stakeholders such as schools, clinics, hospitals, and non-government organizations.
Education
NQF level 8: PGD in Public Health - PGDiploma in Public Health
University of Western Cape
Western Cape, South Africa 02.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science: BSc in Nutrition -
National University of Lesotho
Lesotho 08.2013 - 07.2016
Higher National Diploma: Home Economics Education - Education
Lesotho Agricultural College
Lesotho 06.1999 - 06.2002
Skills
Public health knowledge
Nutrition expertise
Curriculum Design
Program Management
Good communication, presentation, writing and interpersonal skills
Strategic planning and report writing
Can travel intensively and have knowledge of driving in most remote and risky areas in SA
Leadership and Management Skills
Ability to work independently and as team and facilitate meetings
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/31/1978
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
Health and Nutrition Manager
ACFS Community Education and Feeding Scheme
04.2021 - Current
Data capturer
Right to Care
12.2020 - 03.2021
SRH and NACS Technical Officer
World Vision
03.2020 - 09.2021
NQF level 8: PGD in Public Health - PGDiploma in Public Health
University of Western Cape
02.2018 - 05.2020
Nutrition Officer
EGPAF LSO
09.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science: BSc in Nutrition -
National University of Lesotho
08.2013 - 07.2016
Nutrition Officer
Ministry Of Agriculture And Food Security
03.2004 - 09.2016
Higher National Diploma: Home Economics Education - Education
Lesotho Agricultural College
06.1999 - 06.2002