Dr. Marsy Asindu, International Livestock Research Institute, Uganda
Marsy Asindu is a seasoned Agricultural Economist and Senior Scientist at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI). With expertise in impact evaluation and agricultural policy, she contributes significantly to research on food security and poverty alleviation in Uganda. 🌾 Her work focuses on designing protocols for systems modeling and assessing policy impacts, particularly in livestock value chains. Dr. Ouma is dedicated to bridging research and policy, collaborating with stakeholders to develop One Health strategies in the East African Region. She holds a PhD and is actively involved in numerous professional associations. 🌍
Education
Marsy Asindu’s academic journey reflects a steadfast commitment to agricultural economics and management. 🎓 Starting with a Bachelor of Vocational Studies in Agriculture with Education from Kyambogo University, she laid the foundation for her career in 2011. Building upon this, she pursued a Master of Agribusiness Management at Makerere University, Kampala, in 2019. Her pursuit of excellence continued with a Post Graduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation from the Uganda Management Institute in 2020. Finally, culminating her educational odyssey, Marsy earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics from Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel, Germany, in January 2024, marking a pinnacle of academic achievement. 🌟
Work Experience
Marsy Asindu’s career embodies a dedication to agricultural research and development, with impactful roles at renowned organizations. 🌱 At the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), as a Research Fellow since January 2020, Marsy spearheads ex-ante impact assessments on Rift Valley fever, offering insights into food security and poverty across the livestock value chain. 📊 Previously, as an M&E Research Consultant at the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, she contributed to transformative projects, leveraging her expertise in experimental design and policy research to promote sustainable food systems. Her tenure at the Norwegian Refugee Council and International Potato Center underscores her commitment to community-driven solutions and research excellence. 🌍
Research Focus
Marsy Asindu’s research focus lies at the intersection of agricultural economics and sustainable development, with a particular emphasis on enhancing food security and livelihoods in Uganda. 🌾 Her contributions span various domains, including assessing consumer demand for genetically modified crops, exploring market dynamics in value chains like sweet potato and banana, and investigating innovative solutions to address post-harvest losses. Through her work, Marsy actively engages in addressing pressing challenges facing smallholder farmers, leveraging her expertise to inform evidence-based policies and interventions that promote resilience and sustainability in agricultural systems. 🌱