About

Dedicated Professor of Agricultural Economics with experience in achieving tangible results and cross-team collaboration. Proactive and excited to partner with like-minded individuals/organisations to achieve goals. Analytical educator experienced in university environments, knowledgeable about rigors of balancing research with classroom, and administrative responsibilities. Expert in development economics (welfare analysis - poverty and food security issues, economics of climate change and smallholder agriculture, value chain analysis, international trade, social protection, gender issues and financial inclusion), dedicated to expanding collective knowledge base through novel and interesting research. Published over 90 articles in refereed local and international journals and presented at national and international conferences. Consultant to local and international agencies with over 20 years of experience in education, management and collaborations/partnerships. Develops teaching and learning materials to support learner progression and achievement. Supervises over 60 postgraduate Dissertations and Theses and advises on ways to shape ideas and conduct research. Awardee of several competitive research grants.

Skills

  • Communication
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  • Teamwork
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  • Problem-Solving
    9
  • Creativity
    10
  • Leadership
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Experience

Isaac Oluwatayo

Work experience
  • Engaged undergraduate and postgraduate students in complex theoretical concepts through innovative and engaged teachings.
  • Demonstrated a proven track record in published research, from peer-reviewed journals to key stakeholders.
  • Conducted individual and collaborative research projects to produce and publish articles in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Participated in outreach activities undertaken by department and Faculty to promote and develop links with industry and community partners.
  • Worked independently and in collaboration with colleagues to submit proposals and bids for funding and scholarships to enrich students research experience and education.

Isaac Oluwatayo

Work experience
  • 04/2020 Carried out research-led teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
  • Organised and participated in conferences, events and visited other universities to gain contacts and network with other research professionals.
  • Updated with developments in the field of expertise (development economics) by conducting research, reviewing papers and attending conferences.
  • Conducted individual and collaborative research projects to produce and publish articles in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Worked independently and in collaboration with colleagues to submit proposals and bids for funding and scholarships to enrich student experience and education.
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Isaac Oluwatayo

Education
  • My Thesis was on Determinants of Vulnerability to Poverty among Rural Households in Ekiti State, Nigeria

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