Sandra Kwakye

Dynamic nutrition professional with extensive experience at the Nufu Foundation, excelling in personalized counseling and nutritional assessments. Proven ability to analyze data and implement community outreach initiatives, enhancing health education. Skilled in laboratory techniques and committed to promoting healthier lifestyles through tailored dietary advice and effective communication.

• Justina Serwaah Owusu, Lecturer, justinaserwaahowusu@gmail.com, 054-795-2307, University of Ghana
• Bennett, Dzandu, Lecturer, badzandu@ug.edu.gh, 0504714855, University of Ghana
• Joseph B. Danquah, clinical dietitian and nutritionist, CEO of Healthmates, jbdanquah7@gmail.com, 059-709-8825

University of Ghana Scholarship Scheme, 2021-2023 (full tuition)

Attended a mentoring program for nutritionists and food scientists, completed a thorough project management course on KICKOFF, engaged in and successfully completed a comprehensive public speaking course on Skillshare, participated in Alice Talk World, where I attended enlightening sessions and discussions that expanded my insights and enriched my understanding, and completed a six-week program (ALX AI Career Essentials) focused on developing soft skills, including presentation techniques, interview preparation, PowerPoint and Canva usage, various digital skills, and effective AI prompting

• Research Intern
• University of Ghana
• Research Project: Comparison of nutritional status and dietary intakes of school aged children participating in school feeding programs at Otinibi and Danfa in 2013 and 2023
• Conducted anthropometric measurements, including weight and height, of participating children.
• Assessed hemoglobin levels to evaluate the children's nutritional status.
• Weighed food portions using an electronic balance to accurately determine dietary intakes.
• Assisted in data collection, analysis, and interpretation to support research findings.
• Contributed to the development of strategies to improve the effectiveness of school feeding programs.

• Senior Girls Prefect
• Dormass Junior High School
• Fulfilled the role of bridging students and the administration, ensuring optimal communication
• Promoted discipline within and outside school premises, in school buses and during competition in which students participate and assist as supporters
• Exemplified a role-model persona, motivating students to give their best and work towards upholding the school’s reputation
• Participated in both internal and external events as a representative of Dormass Junior High School