Kirsten Sapuppo
Gol Gol,Australia
Summary
Motivated recent graduate with strong research and technical skills, complemented by exceptional problem-solving abilities. Detail-oriented professional skilled in applying evidence-based nutrition knowledge through community-based primary prevention initiatives. Experienced in utilizing systems thinking and collective impact principles to drive effective solutions. Eager to leverage analytical skills in a challenging role that fosters continuous professional development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner-operator
06.2011 - Current
- Citrus and Wine Grape property, Management of company technology and fleet of company vehicles
- Management of company marketing and sale of fruit to winery
- Financial reporting to ATO and external accountant, including GST / BAS
- Invoicing, Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Financial assessment of company finances, including analysing profit and loss statements and strategic forecasting for organisational practices
- Labour hire
- Conducting staff inductions and OHS inductions
- HACCAP and Freshcare accreditation audits, administration including operational document creation and report writing
- Computerised watering system management
- Manual labour
Owner and Operator of Salon, Senior Hairdresser
Self employed
01.2006 - Current
- Studio 115, Cutting, colouring, client services
- Client liaison, appointment taking, customer service
- Further training in color and techniques.
- Accounts payable and receivable and statutory reporting, including GST / BAS
- Stock inventory and ordering
- Cash management and banking
- Conduct financial assessment of company finances, including analysing profit and loss statements and strategic forecasting
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST/Health Promotion Officer
Sunraysia Community Health Services
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition – 100 hours of work placement.
- Responsibilities:
- Creating and executing Community Health Programs.
- Advocating for health awareness within the community.
- Educated patients on how lifestyle choices can affect their overall health status.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, government agencies, schools, businesses, and organizations to develop comprehensive nutrition plans.
- Engaged in outreach activities such as providing lectures or presentations about nutrition topics.
- Devised meal plans are in line with patients' age, gender, diagnosis, cultural background, and religious practices.
- Assessed individual and community needs related to nutrition and diet.
- Developed nutrition education materials for public health initiatives.
- Monitored compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to public health nutrition.
Mental Health Support Worker
Mallee Family Care
02.2012 - 03.2018
- Facilitated transportation for consumers to different appointments, events, and outings.
- Enhanced adaptive skills in behavior, daily living, and community integration.
- Documented progress and addressed concerns through detailed reporting.
- Participated in interagency tours to understand community services.
- Worked to meet identified consumer requirements.
- Evaluated and reviewed consumers' needs.
Education
Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition -
Latrobe University
Bundoora, VIC05-2025
Student Ambassador -
Latrobe University
05-2023
Diploma of Community Service -
AGB Training
06-2019
Accredited Mental Health First Aider -
01.2019
Skills
- Adaptability and self-management
- Ethical and social responsibility
- Demonstrated leadership
- Teamwork
- Negotiation
- Food Safety Regulations
- Labeling Laws
- Food production pathogens
- Food spoilage
- Nutritional science
- Communicating and influencing
- Cultural intelligence
- Global perspective
- Digital capability
- Creativity
- Innovation
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Research
- Evidence-based inquiry
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid
- Current Working with Children Check
- Current National Police Check
- Victorian Manual Car license and Boat licenses
- Affinage Advanced Coloring technique Certificates
- Wedding and Up style Certificates
- Barbering technique Certificates
- Netball Australia - Fundamentals of Coaching
References
- Jacinta Yetman, Sunraysia Community Health Services, Work Placement Supervisor, 0439478094, can provide details on my experience during my placement, including my contribution to community health programs, program development, and advocacy for health awareness in the health sector
- Rebecca Burgess, Business Owner, 0404099611, can provide information regarding my leadership, communication skills, and work ethic, particularly in managing educational and business environments
- Kylie Thorton, Student Ambassador Supervisor, 042-785-0426, can provide information regarding my leadership, communication skills, and work ethic while working as a student ambassador
Community Involvement And Professional Affiliations
- U/15 Coach, Gol Gol Netball Club, Current
- Volunteer, Country Fair Stall Manager, Gol Gol Public School, Stephanie Alexander Kitchen / Garden, 01/01/11 - Current
- Net Set Go Coach, Gol Gol Netball Club, 01/01/14 - 12/31/16
- U/11 team assistant, Wentworth Netball Club, 01/01/16 - 12/31/18
- President and Senior Coach, Gol Gol Netball Club, 01/01/02 - 12/31/05
Timeline
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST/Health Promotion Officer
Sunraysia Community Health Services
05.2024 - 06.2024
Mental Health Support Worker
Mallee Family Care
02.2012 - 03.2018
Owner-operator
06.2011 - Current
Owner and Operator of Salon, Senior Hairdresser
Self employed
01.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition -
Latrobe University
Student Ambassador -
Latrobe University
Diploma of Community Service -
AGB Training
Accredited Mental Health First Aider -
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