Creative and purpose-driven social media enthusiast with a background in food systems, public health, and communications. I specialize in making engaging content, growing online communities, and turning ideas into impact. With a strong eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, I'm eager to help brands connect meaningfully with their audience.


 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH – UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES MANILA
Aug 2024 – present
Research Assistant

• Conduct data collection and analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of the national policy on eliminating industrially produced trans fatty acids (iTFA) in the Philippine food supply

• Coordinate with 20+ stakeholders, including government agencies and industry representatives, to support the implementation and assessment of policy initiatives

• Contribute to the development of a policy brief and assist in coordinating project timelines and deliverables

PROCUREMENT TACTICS
Oct 2023 – Sept 2024
Research & Content Development Specialist

• Led extensive research initiatives to develop comprehensive procurement courses with a strong focus on sustainable development, covering procurement practices, AI, supply chains, and business insights

• Organized and facilitated over 50 webinars, using SEO strategies to optimize reach and organic engagement

• Produced branded visual assets for course materials and social media

NUTRITION OFFICE OF BARANGAY TUNTUNGIN-PUTHO, LOS BAÑOS
Apr – Jun 2023
Community Nutritionist

• Conducted a community nutrition assessment and implemented nutrition interventions with a focus on sustainable food practices and local resource utilization

• Spearheaded a livelihood training program for 30 unemployed mothers, promoting the use of locally available fruits and vegetables. Achieved a 100% participant satisfaction rate and saw 60% of attendees start small food-related businesses within three months.

• Coordinated with the Municipal Nutrition Action Office of Los Baños, Laguna in formulating the Barangay Nutrition Action Plan (BNAP) for the year 2024

• Developed individualized action plans for 7 children with moderate to severe acute malnutrition, implementing targeted nutrition interventions that led to a 40% improvement in nutritional status within three months

LIFE COACH HUB
Sept 2022 – May 2023
Health and Wellness Researcher

• Authored evidence-based health and wellness articles, updated existing content, and developed shareable graphics for the company website

• Kept abreast of the latest discoveries in nutrition to promote optimal health

• Proofread and revised all issued reports in a timely and professional manner

ITALIANNI'S – THE BISTRO GROUP
Feb – Apr 2023
Restaurant Operations Management Intern

• Offered friendly and upbeat guest service, contributing to 100% customer satisfaction based on feedback surveys

• Experienced entry-level positions in food handling, including Prep Cooking and Inventory Management

• Operated culinary equipment and adhered to food safety standards and sanitation regulations

VETERANS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
Sept – Dec 2022
Dietetic Intern

• Assessed patients' nutrition status, needs, and dietary habits based on medical charts and interviews

• Provided medical nutrition therapy, nutrition education, and counseling to patients on their prescribed diets and meal preparations with a focus on managing cases of diabetes, renal diseases, and cardiovascular diseases

• Supervised the preparation and cooking of hospital food, tray assembly, and delivery to patients

• Coordinated food services with the healthcare team to ensure optimum patient recovery and satisfaction

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES LOS BAÑOS
2018 – 2023
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY LAGUNA CAMPUS
2016 – 2018
Senior High School Diploma (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Strand)

Additional Activities:

• Sustainable Food Systems (Online course - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), Aug 2024

• Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets (Online course – Johns Hopkins University), Aug 2024

• Essentials of Sensory Science (Online course - University of California, Davis), Aug 2024

LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS

• Good Clinical Practice, NIDA Clinical Trials Network, Sept 2024

• Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian, Philippine Professional Regulation Commission, Mar 2024

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Filipino (mother tongue)

• English (fluent)

• French (intermediate)