Arche aid & relief
Humanitarian Needs, Enterprise Expertise One Collaboration
Bespoke consulting in Aid & Relief supply chain – Despite and during the storms
Arche aid & relief
Bridging The Private And Humanitarian Sectors
The Aid & Relief sector is going through a storm: anticipated and effective donor aid reductions over the coming years leave humanitarian actors with a stark choice of reducing staff or scaling back assistance – even as needs mount.
Situation snapshot
- In 2025, 300 million people will require humanitarian assistance worth $47 billion in aid.
- In Q1 2025, USAID slashed over 80% of its contributions; Germany plans to cut humanitarian spending by over 50%.
- France has already reduced its development aid budget by €800 million with an additional 18% cut slated for 2025.
- The UK has lowered its ODA target from 0.5% to 0.3% of GDP; and Switzerland will cut CHF 400 million between 2025 and 2028.
- Under the UN’s “reset” agenda led by Tom Fletcher, many agencies have resorted to downsizing and office closures.
- New partnerships beyond traditional donors are essential—where private-sector approach helps bring efficiency into humanitarian operations to build financially sustainable, cost-effective, and reliable supply-chain solutions, the backbone of every Aid & Relief effort.
Services offered
Supply Chain Optimization | Private sector partnerships
10+ Years of Experience
Services offered
Supply Chain Optimization | Private Sector Partnerships
For Humanitarians
We deliver targeted consulting to uncover and implement cost savings in the supply chain, ensuring more resources reach beneficiaries.
For Enterprises
We support private sector companies with tailored support and resources so they can deliver responsive, reliable services to humanitarian actors – cultivating collaborations rooted in mutual commitment.
Arche aid & relief
Unique Perspective & Skills
Humanitarian Core
Deep Humanitarian sector knowledge with a hands-on, field-based approach—our team understands the realities on the ground, our solutions are field-proof.
Dual-Sector Insights
A “foot in both worlds” approach combines private-sector expertise with deep humanitarian network. We blend strategic consultancy with real-world humanitarian experience, ensuring every recommendation is actionable and delivers measurable impact.
Agile & Patient
We adapt to volatile environments, balancing rigorous planning & execution with on-the-ground flexibility.
Arche aid & relief
Unique Perspective & Skills
Meet the team
Humanitarian at heart
My name is Mara
I created Arche with the vision of bridging the private and humanitarian sectors.
I am a humanitarian at heart, with business acumen, extensive experience in supply chain (over 10 years in the UN, NGOs, and shipping), and a network spanning UN agencies, NGOs, and donors.
Having worked in the private sector, NGOs, and the UN—focusing on supply chain, shipping, and emergency response across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa—I have witnessed firsthand the need for strong collaboration between the private and humanitarian sectors to ensure efficient emergency response.
I am also committed to continuously improving operations, challenging existing processes, and bringing innovative solutions to the table—always mindful of the multiplier effect of every dollar saved. The sector is in crisis, the moment to think laterally and collaborate is now.
I am Sinem
SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER
A supply chain consultant with deep expertise in humanitarian logistics and emergency operations.
I have worked across complex environments including Gaza and the wider MENA region, leading end-to-end planning, food pipeline optimization, and strategic supply chain analysis for a leading UN organisation. My background spans both public and private sectors, including roles at Amazon and Procter & Gamble Supply Chain, bringing together operational excellence with a mission-driven mindset.
I specialize in program management, supply chain planning/reporting and designing cost-effective systems that support timely and impactful humanitarian response.
I’m Habib
Retail & Sourcing expert
I am a senior executive with deep expertise in international retail, FMCG sourcing, and public-private sector collaboration.
I have led strategic negotiations, category management, and supply chain optimization across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, focusing on business growth and operational efficiency.
My career spans the private sector—working with global retailers and brands—and the humanitarian sector, with impactful work at the United Nations World Food Programme.
I specialize in intercultural negotiation, supplier strategy, and agile procurement systems. I help non-profits optimize procurement and supply chains to achieve greater cost-efficiency, transparency, and program impact.
Hello I’m Ladina
Data analyst
A data-driven Information Management professional with a strong background in statistical analysis, data science, and visualization.
I have supported evidence-based decision-making across the UN system, INGOs, and academia through data collection, processing, advanced analytics, and storytelling.
Passionate about using data for impact, I specialize in translating complex datasets into actionable insights to inform humanitarian response, development planning, and peacebuilding.
My expertise includes statistical methods, predictive modeling, and data-driven strategies that enhance operational efficiency and support sustainable solutions for vulnerable populations.