Arche aid & relief
Humanitarian Needs, Enterprise Expertise One Collaboration
Bespoke consulting in Aid & Relief – 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 2026, according to OCHA, 239 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance, yet due to the funding cut, only 87 million people will be considered, leaving many crises without support.
- Under the UN’s “reset” agenda led by Tom Fletcher, many agencies have resorted to downsizing and office closures, with Humanitarian leaders severly constraints in their ability to operate and deliver.
- New partnerships and ways of working are needed. Retaining humanitarian talent and institutional knowledge in an agile way, while leveraging private-sector solutions, is essential to ensure the sustainability of the humanitarian system.
Services offered
Supply Chain Optimization | Private sector partnerships
10+ Years of Experience
Services offered
Supply Chain & Programme Support | Private Sector Partnerships
For Humanitarians
Arche enables humanitarian organizations to retain and mobilize critical expertise through a flexible delivery model that combines field-based humanitarian knowledge with private-sector practices across programme and supply chain needs
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.
Multidisciplinary
Our team has both Programmatic and Supply Chain experience, bringing a multi-faceted approach to complex Humanitarian projects.
Arche aid & relief
Unique Perspective & Skills
Meet the team
Humanitarian at heart
Mara
Founder & Lead Supply Chain
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.
The sector is in crisis, the moment to think laterally and collaborate is now.
Gonzalo
Lead Programme
Strategic leader and entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience across the humanitarian, public, and private sectors in Central Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas.
Expert in payment systems and humanitarian programme design, specializing in operational leadership in complex crises and emerging markets. Led large cash-based transfer programs for the UN across Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Guyana, pioneering digital innovations in shock-responsive social protection, school meals, and government capacity strengthening.
Bilingual Spanish/English, based in Bogotá.
Priscila
Lead Procurement Advisor – Private Sector
I am a Procurement expert with over 15 years of experience across UNDP, UNFPA, UNHCR, UNICEF, and WFP.
I specialized in providing advisory support on procurement strategy, complex sourcing, compliance, and risk management, particularly in fragile, conflict-affected, and emergency settings. I bring a strong understanding of UN procurement rules and procedures, combined with a practical, business-oriented approach to problem solving.
Extensive field and headquarters experience across multiple countries in Africa, Afghanistan, Palestine, Denmark, and South Africa, supporting operations in both humanitarian and development contexts.
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.
Habib
Market engagement & 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.
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.