I am a dedicated and compassionate Nutrition and Health Professional with extensive experience in community health promotion, nutrition education, maternal and child nutrition, and public health interventions. I have a proven track record in project implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and capacity building at community and district levels. I collaborate with government health structures, community volunteers, and faith-based organizations to improve child well-being and nutrition outcomes. I actively contribute to improving community health outcomes through personalized nutrition plans, online consultations, and educational outreach via social media and media programs.

Reabetsoe Makana Lithabaneng Ha-tlelai

I am a dedicated and compassionate Nutrition and Health Professional with extensive experience in community health promotion, nutrition education, maternal and child nutrition, and public health interventions. I have a proven track record in project implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and capacity building at community and district levels. I collaborate with government health structures, community volunteers, and faith-based organizations to improve child well-being and nutrition outcomes. I actively contribute to improving community health outcomes through personalized nutrition plans, online consultations, and educational outreach via social media and media programs.

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I am a dedicated and compassionate Nutrition and Health Professional with extensive experience in community health promotion, nutrition education, maternal and child nutrition, and public health interventions.

I have a proven track record in project implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and capacity building at community and district levels. I collaborate with government health structures, community volunteers, and faith-based organizations to improve child well-being and nutrition outcomes. I actively contribute to improving community health outcomes through personalized nutrition plans, online consultations, and educational outreach via social media and media programs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Lead Nutritionist at BMM Nourish Consultancy
January 1, 2022 - November 11, 2025
Lead provision of corporate and community nutrition consultancy services focusing on child nutrition, diabetes, and weight management. Design and deliver nutrition education and capacity building for schools, organisations, and health facilities. Collaborate with partners to integrate nutrition-sensitive interventions in school feeding and wellness programmes. Advocate for healthy living and nutrition awareness through social media (Nutritionist Makana).
Integrated Nutritionist at Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security / Nutrition Department
January 1, 2024 - November 11, 2025
Provided technical support in planning and implementing school and community nutrition programmes targeting vulnerable groups. Conducted nutrition education for parents, caregivers, and school staff to promote healthy diets and food safety. Collaborated with schools, local farmers, and NGOs to strengthen Home-Grown School Feeding initiatives. Supported development and monitoring of school menus, ensuring dietary diversity and compliance with nutrition standards.
School Feeding Coordinator at Centre for Impacting Lives
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Led coordination of school feeding activities ensuring timely delivery of food commodities and compliance with programme requirements. Collaborated with Supply Chain and Field Offices to track food pipeline and prevent stockouts. Provided technical assistance to district-level education offices and school management committees. Supported capacity building of local authorities and partners in sustainable school feeding management. Conducted nutrition education sessions in schools and communities focusing on child nutrition and hygiene. Promoted school gardens and local food production as part of HGSF pilot projects. Collected and analyzed data on school meal coverage, attendance, and nutrition indicators. Worked with health and education stakeholders to ensure integrated programming and effective delivery.
Nutritionist at Nourish Consultancy
September 1, 2023 - November 11, 2025
Conducted trainings for community health workers, parents and caregivers on child and maternal nutrition, disease prevention and hygiene; educated lactating mothers on nutrition to enhance milk production, weaning process and healthy foods for children; collaborated with local clinics and schools to promote child well-being and integrated nutrition interventions; assisted with implementation of health and nutrition programs aligned with national frameworks; supported nutrition screenings, cooking demonstrations and household follow ups.
Community Health and Nutrition Assistant at Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security
January 31, 2021 - January 31, 2021
Designed and delivered community training sessions on workplace nutrition, healthy eating, and lifestyle management. Assisted in the collection and analysis of nutrition data to support district level decision-making. Facilitated community mobilization and health and nutrition campaigns. Provided technical assistance to the community village health workers on monitoring growth of children under 5 and keeping records. Helped in the implementation of integrated health and nutrition activities under the ministry. Developed practical training modules, presentations, and resource materials tailored to organizational needs. Supported HR/wellness teams in integrating nutrition practices into workplace health programs. Monitored training impact through feedback surveys and follow-up sessions.
Apprenticeship – Nutrition (Karabo-Ea-Bophelo) at Centre for Impacting Lives
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Conducted community-led complementary feeding sessions; facilitated interactive nutrition training sessions to caregivers, sharing recipes for food preservation and vegetable production with limited land; enhanced team knowledge on food safety, balanced diets, and culturally appropriate nutrition practices; assessed food security status and helped design tailored interventions; counseled and followed up with severely malnourished children and people living with HIV to support recovery; contributed to staff development and community nutrition clubs; assisted in nutrition-related research activities and surveys.
Intern - Nutrition Education at St Joseph's Hospital, Roma
April 30, 2018 - April 30, 2018
Conducted routine nutrition education for patients, pregnant and lactating mothers on breastfeeding, child feeding, meal planning, and disease-specific diets. Led nutrition education sessions to increase patients' awareness of healthy eating practices. Provided group nutrition counseling to patients with chronic illnesses; performed nutrition assessments for under-5s and advised caregivers. Documented patients' progress and contributed to care planning; assisted in planning healthy meals for inpatients with diverse health conditions.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition at National University of Lesotho
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
BSc in Nutrition at National University of Lesotho
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
LGCSE at St Mary’s High School
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
PSLE at Morija Primary
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Project Management essentials – DisasterReady
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Meals Essentials – DisasterReady
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Quality data – Global Health eLearning
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Ms Excel
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Project Management Essentials
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Meal Essentials
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Safeguarding Matters
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Data Quality
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Professional Services