MAGLOIRE ACHIDI
Senior Consultant
Cotonou,LI
Summary
Bilingual public policy consultant and logistics expert with over 15 years of experience leading donor-funded programs and advising governments across Africa, particularly in Francophone West Africa. Proven expertise in public-private partnerships, donor compliance (Gavi, USAID, UNICEF, Global Fund, ECHO), and emergency logistics. Demonstrated leadership as Team Leader and Project Director in multicultural environments—providing strategic support, conducting policy assessments, and delivering advisory services in fragile contexts. Renowned for diplomacy and high-level stakeholder engagement, with strong relationships across government institutions in Côte d’Ivoire and the Francophone region. Skilled in proposal development, international cooperation, and managing cross-sectoral initiatives in health, green economy, ICT, and innovation
Professional project leader equipped with solid background in driving complex initiatives to successful completion. Strong emphasis on team collaboration, delivering impactful solutions, and adapting to shifting needs. Skilled in strategic planning, resource management, and stakeholder communication. Known for reliability and delivering measurable results. Experienced with leading comprehensive project lifecycles from inception to completion. Utilizes strategic planning and team coordination to meet objectives. Track record of applying risk management and stakeholder engagement to ensure project success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Project Director – Health Logistics & Emergency Preparedness
Logivac
Niamey , Niger
07.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: GAVI funded public health logistics and governance program.
- Led project development and management of a $750K Gavi-funded public health logistics and governance program in a fragile setting.
- Advised Ministry of Health on governance and accountability frameworks.
- Delivered institutional capacity-building for 8 regional health zones, including emergency preparedness.
- Integrated GS1 digital standards and public sector tracking system
- GAVI funded public health logistics and governance program.
Program & Logistics Development Manager – Health Cold Chain
The Sure Chill Company
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed biomedical shipments to 7 countries, including Ukraine, using climate-resilient cold chain technologies aligned with green economy principles.
- Designed successful technical and financial proposals for UNICEF and other global agencies (e.g. $600K awarded by UNIC).
- Supported innovation in vaccine storage through solar-based technology and GS1 traceability solutions.
Regional Logistics Consultant – COVID-19 Readiness & Assessment
Chemonics GHSC-TA
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted national assessments and developed logistics strategies in support of pandemic response in Benin and DRC.
- Trained 78 logisticians in Ultra Low Temperature (ULT) management and ERP-based tracking systems.
- Promoted integration of ICT tools to support supply chain resilience.
Senior Consultant – Health Supply Chain Organizational Development
UNICEF Supply Division
Copenhagen, Denmark
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Led 15 multicultural working groups and provided policy advisory on supply system governance, contributing to long-term system reform of 22 countries.
- Integrated sustainability metrics aligned with green economy goals.
- Conducted national supply chain policy assessments and advised Ministries of Health on governance frameworks and strategic planning in 28 UNICEF countries.
Consultant
Ministry of Health, Nigeria
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Company Overview: Global Fund Program Support (PSM)
- Coordinated procurement and supply management for malaria, HIV, and TB.
- Conducted training and capacity-building on policy and compliance frameworks.
- Delivered advisory services supporting donor coordination and public sector improvement.
- Promoted use of digital tools (e.g., ERP systems, cold chain monitoring platforms) to enhance data-driven decision-making in health logistics and emergency response.
- Global Fund Program Support (PSM)
STEP Africa Lead – Health Supply Chain Leadership Program
GAVI
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Served as Project Director overseeing implementation of a $3M program across 18 countries.
- Trained over 300 professionals in GS1, vaccine management, and humanitarian logistics.
- Designed community-based models reaching vulnerable populations (100% coverage in Uganda pilot).
Consultant – Private Sector Engagement & Advocacy in Health Logistics
GAVI
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Developed frameworks for public-private engagement in health logistics, enabling private sector participation in vaccine distribution in low-resource settings.
- Supported the health supply chain maturity assessment in Cote d’Ivoire.
- Led advocacy for supply chain modernization across national systems.
Senior Consultant & Project Manager
LOGIVAC Center
07.2013 - 03.2016
- Company Overview: IRSP
- Created the Francophone Health Logistics Network to train supply chain professionals and entrepreneurs.
- Secured funding for formal logistics education programs.
- Acted as Team Leader for regional emergency logistics simulations and innovation planning.
- IRSP
Logistics & Distribution Manager – Humanitarian & Health Products
West Star Trade
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Company Overview: Karma Logistics
- Facilitated emergency logistics and cross-border distribution of food and agricultural inputs during humanitarian missions to Niger and Mali.
- Coordinated WFP food and agricultural logistics to Mali and Niger during crisis response.
- Managed 3PL and customs operations for humanitarian relief.
- Karma Logistics
Logistics Career – Freight & Cold Chain Operations
Maersk Line Benin
01.2002 - 01.2012
- Led refrigerated cargo operations and key account logistics.
- Built foundational expertise in international transport, maritime law, and cold chain systems.
Education
MBA - International Economics & Supply Chain
Université Du Littoral Côte D’Opale
Dunkerque 02.2006 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Logistics
SAMTRA
Cape Town 01.2007 - 11.2008
Bachelor's - Finance
Université De Grenoble
Lyon 01.2001 - 11.2002
Bachelor's - Economics & Business Administration
INE
10.1996 - 12.1999
Skills
Certifications And Technical Skills
- Certified Healthcare Supply Chain Manager, ISCEA, 2025
- Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI, 2023
- Public Health Leadership & Network Optimization, USAID/JSI
- AGORA Training, UNICEF
Availability
Available for humanitarian and emergency deployments
Founding Member
Francophone Network of Health Logisticians
Certified Trainer
Certified Trainer & Mentor in Supply Chain Leadership
References
References available upon request
Personal Information
- Available: Available for deployment in humanitarian emergencies
- Relocation: Africa and Europe
- Willing To Relocate: Abidjan
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 members in the development of Niger Target Country Assistance leading to the grant of 875K USD for structural reforms in Health Programs
- Led the technical and financial draft of proposal leading to a LTA and the securing of 500K through a competitive UNICEF bid.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of the Strategic Advocacy framework and the proposal leading to the grant of a 3M USD support to the STEP Program
Certification
Certified Healthcare Supply Chain Manager, ISCEA- February - March 2025
Timeline
Certified Healthcare Supply Chain Manager, ISCEA- February - March 2025
03-2025
Project Director – Health Logistics & Emergency Preparedness
Logivac
07.2023 - Current
Program & Logistics Development Manager – Health Cold Chain
The Sure Chill Company
09.2022 - 07.2023
Regional Logistics Consultant – COVID-19 Readiness & Assessment
Chemonics GHSC-TA
12.2021 - 05.2022
Consultant
Ministry of Health, Nigeria
04.2020 - 12.2020
Senior Consultant – Health Supply Chain Organizational Development
UNICEF Supply Division
09.2019 - 04.2021
STEP Africa Lead – Health Supply Chain Leadership Program
GAVI
01.2018 - 12.2019
Consultant – Private Sector Engagement & Advocacy in Health Logistics
GAVI
04.2016 - 12.2017
Senior Consultant & Project Manager
LOGIVAC Center
07.2013 - 03.2016
Logistics & Distribution Manager – Humanitarian & Health Products
West Star Trade
01.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Logistics
SAMTRA
01.2007 - 11.2008
MBA - International Economics & Supply Chain
Université Du Littoral Côte D’Opale
02.2006 - 12.2008
Logistics Career – Freight & Cold Chain Operations
Maersk Line Benin
01.2002 - 01.2012
Bachelor's - Finance
Université De Grenoble
01.2001 - 11.2002
Bachelor's - Economics & Business Administration
INE
10.1996 - 12.1999
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