Marc Vachon

Highly experienced logistics and emergency response professional with over 25 years of expertise in managing humanitarian operations in complex and high-pressure environments. Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams, design and implement large-scale emergency programs, and enhance operational efficiency. Committed to gender-sensitive programming and fostering localization to achieve impactful and sustainable outcomes.

World Food Programme (WFP) - United Nations

Project Manager – Emergency Logistics and Operations

2O12 – 2023 | Various Locations

• Led emergency logistics and supply chain operations for crises in Haiti, Chad, Madagascar, Cameroon, DRC, Sierra-Leone, Philippines, Ethiopia, + 4
• Managed up to 300 staff, overseeing the establishment of warehouses, distribution networks, and temporary shelters.
• Designed and implemented logistics hubs, medical supply chains, and emergency warehousing structures.
• Coordinated with government authorities, NGOs, and local communities to ensure effective humanitarian response.

Project Manager – Logistics Officer

2005 – 2012 | Democratic Republic of Congo

• Led emergency logistics and supply chain operations for crises in Indonesia, CAR, Senegal, Cameroun, Mali, + 5
• Spearheaded supply chain operations for the distribution of 6 million mosquito nets.
• Oversaw warehousing, transport logistics, and program monitoring.
• Promoted WASH initiatives in emergencies and schools

Emergency Logistics Officer

1990 – 2004 | Global Operations

• Led emergency logistics and supply chain operations for crises in Malawi, Mozambique, Angola, Iraq, Afghanistan, Sudan, Rwanda DRC, Mali, + 6
• Directed disaster relief efforts, including rehabilitation of water systems and health centers in Mozambique and Indonesia.
• Delivered humanitarian aid through innovative transport solutions, including riverine networks.

• Master of Public Administration (MAP): Management of International Organizations | ÉNAP, Montreal | 2004
• Specialized Higher Studies Diploma (DESS): International Administration | ÉNAP, Montreal | 2002