Uyiosa Genesis Osadebamwen
Halifax,Canada
Summary
Policy and research professional with over 7 years of progressive experience and a strong track record with designing, evaluating, and communicating evidence-based policies across food systems, public budgeting, climate resilience, and community health. Adept in stakeholder engagement, cross-sector collaboration, and embedding equity in program delivery. Demonstrated success working with governments, multilateral agencies, and community organizations. Proven ability to deliver impactful insights, drive inclusive change, and contribute to public service excellence aligned with Nova Scotia’s policy and governance priorities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Policy Analyst
Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PILAF)
08.2021 - 04.2025
- Analyzed policy documents to assess impacts on agriculture and food security initiatives.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather insights for policy recommendations.
- Conducted research on agricultural trends and best practices to inform decision-making.
- Reviewed legislative proposals for alignment with organizational goals in food security.
- Participated in industry conferences and workshops as a subject matter expert to stay current on emerging trends in public policy analysis.
- Developed policy briefs that summarized key findings from research activities, highlighting implications for future action and providing actionable recommendations for decisionmakers.
- Drafted and presented reports outlining policy actions.
- Supported interdisciplinary project teams by providing timely insights from policy landscape assessments or stakeholder engagement activities.
Consultant – Public Budget Policy & Community Advocacy
International Budgetary Partnership (IBP)
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Assessed public budget equity and transparency in underserved communities (e.g., Oyo State), informing donor recommendations.
- Conducted budget analysis and aligned findings with performance and inclusion goals.
- Delivered training and awareness sessions that demystified government funding structures for local stakeholders.
- Analyzed budgetary data to identify trends and inform strategic planning.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop comprehensive budget proposals for various programs.
Programme Manager
Rural Nurture Initiative (RNI)
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Led and coordinated three community development programs, improving organizational efficiency by over 30%.
- Provided strategic oversight for community-based health and social support programs, ensuring alignment with public health priorities.
- Managed stakeholder relations, policy advocacy, and funding applications to expand program reach.
- Delivered high-quality project communication and stakeholder support, contributing to the organization’s recognition with the Nigerian Volunteers Award (2022) for community impact and innovation.
Consultant – Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) Agri-Finance Monitoring & Evaluation Study – Cloneshouse LLC
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Developed and implemented monitoring frameworks for agricultural finance projects.
- Conducted stakeholder interviews, focus group discussions to assess policy outcomes and improve targeting.
- Analyzed data to assess project effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Produced performance-based reports aligned with GIZ and state-level evaluation requirements.
Policy and Research Manager
Temperate Fruits in the Tropics and Subtropics (TFTS) / Plateau Strawberry Farmers’ Cooperative Society
03.2017 - 04.2024
- Led research initiatives focusing on sustainable strawberry production in tropical climates.
- Developed and implemented data collection methodologies to enhance research accuracy.
- Coordinated Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) marketing, extension outreach, and stakeholder partnerships to ensure accessible programming.
- Oversaw input procurement and fiscal accountability measures through locally managed cooperative outlets.
Education
Master of Science (MSc.) - Agric Extension and Rural Development
University of Ibadan
01.2018
Bachelor (Honors) - Agricultural Economics and Extension
University of Benin
11.2014
Skills
- Policy development & analysis (evidence-based, jurisdictional, and impact-focused)
- Strategic communication & policy documentation (briefing notes, MECs, RFLs, reports)
- Stakeholder engagement & cross-sector collaboration (government, civil society, donors)
- Qualitative & quantitative research (FGDs, surveys, evaluations, baseline studies)
- Equity-driven & community-informed planning
- Emerging issues monitoring & adaptive response (eg, COVID-19 program shifts)
- Project coordination & grant management (multi-phase, deadline-sensitive initiatives)
- Government operations & public funding literacy (state, federal, and donor protocols)
- Tools: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
- Technical: SPSS, ArcGIS Survey123, KoboToolbox, collaborative cloud platforms
- Multi-project workload management & responsive prioritization
- Clear, audience-specific communication (verbal & written), Problem-solving, Attention to detail, Team leadership & development, Client relationships
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certificate of Attendance, Farm Data Management || Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) | March 2019
- Certificate of Achievement, Global Open Data Management on Agriculture || GODAN (DFID) | December 2018
- Letter of Participation, Project Management Training (PRINCE2 Foundation) || Agile-P3 Limited | July 2018
Volunteer Experience
Food Security and Global Missions | June 2024 to May 2025
Global Food Security Missions – West End Baptist Church, Halifax, NS
• Contribute to research and policy ideas, awareness campaigns and advocacy efforts to
address global food security, ensuring alignment with international best practices.
• Collaborate with church leadership in mission planning and awareness campaigns, raising
funds and awareness for global food security efforts.
• Participate in monthly meetings focused on global food security issues including receiving
step-down training from organizations like Canadian Foodgrains Bank, Young Voices
(Hunger on the Hill), and Canadian Baptist Mission.
Timeline
Consultant – Public Budget Policy & Community Advocacy
International Budgetary Partnership (IBP)
07.2022 - 08.2022
Programme Manager
Rural Nurture Initiative (RNI)
01.2022 - 12.2022
Consultant – Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) Agri-Finance Monitoring & Evaluation Study – Cloneshouse LLC
01.2022 - 04.2022
Policy Analyst
Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PILAF)
08.2021 - 04.2025
Policy and Research Manager
Temperate Fruits in the Tropics and Subtropics (TFTS) / Plateau Strawberry Farmers’ Cooperative Society
03.2017 - 04.2024
Master of Science (MSc.) - Agric Extension and Rural Development
University of Ibadan
Bachelor (Honors) - Agricultural Economics and Extension
University of Benin
PUBLICATIONS
- Journal of Agricultural Extension (2024). Determinants of Profitability Among Agricultural Equipment Fabricators in Oyo State, Nigeria. (Co-author).
- Nigerian Journal of Rural Sociology (2023). Effect of Government Policies on the Poultry Sub-sector in Nigeria. (Co-author).
- Journal of Agricultural Extension (2023). Maize Farmers’ Perception of Agricultural Policies in Oyo and Kaduna States. (Co-author).
- Springer Nature - BMC Journal of Agriculture and Food Security (2022). Baseline Study on Apple Growers’ Constraints in Plateau State, Nigeria. (Lead author).