Michael Maker
@michaelmaker
Dedicated community nutrition worker with expertise in maternal and child health.
South SudanWhat I'm looking for
My name is Michael Mathiang Maker, and I am a committed community nutrition worker currently serving with the International Rescue Committee in Rumbek, Lakes State. With a strong educational background in nutrition and computer applications, I have developed a comprehensive skill set that enables me to effectively facilitate community health initiatives. My role involves mobilizing community members, conducting nutrition education, and implementing emergency nutrition responses, all aimed at improving the health of mothers and children in my community.
Throughout my career, I have successfully established and led Mothers’ Groups, organized cooking demonstrations, and provided mentorship to community nutrition volunteers. My dedication to promoting maternal, infant, and young child nutrition has been recognized through my ability to document success stories and compile reports for donors. I thrive in collaborative environments and am passionate about building capacity within my community to ensure sustainable health practices.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Community Nutrition Worker
International Rescue Committee
Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)
As a Community Nutrition Worker, I facilitate community mapping and mobilization, establish and lead Mothers' Groups, and conduct cooking demonstrations for nutritious food. I implement emergency nutrition responses and promote maternal and child nutrition initiatives. My role includes providing health education, mentoring community nutrition volunteers, and compiling reports for program evaluatio
Community Nutrition Volunteer
International Rescue Committee
Jan 2021 - Feb 2022 (1 year 1 month)
In my role as a Community Nutrition Volunteer, I conducted house-to-house visits for malnutrition screening, trained support groups on nutrition, and participated in health campaigns. I was responsible for submitting work plans and reporting on nutrition activities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the community.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Humanitarian Global Institute
Certificate in MIYCN, Nutrition
2022 - 2023
Completed a certificate program in Maternal, Infant, and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) focusing on essential nutrition practices.
Oven-Tech Computer Center
Certificate in Computer Applications, Computer Applications
2019 - 2019
Acquired skills in computer applications, enhancing proficiency in various software and digital tools.
Rumbek National Secondary School
Certificate of Secondary Education, General Education
2015 - 2019
Achieved a Certificate of Secondary Education, completing a comprehensive curriculum in various subjects.
Ager-Gum Primary School
Certificate of Primary Education, General Education
2007 - 2014
Completed primary education, laying the foundation for further academic pursuits.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South SudanAuthorized to work in
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