Christopher Odida
@christopherodida
I lead global procurement and supply chain transformation for donor-funded and public health programs.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I've led global procurement and supply chain transformation for Africa CDC, Oxford Policy Management, the British Council, and East African Development Bank, strengthening governance, donor compliance, and health emergency supply systems across multiple countries.
At Oxford Policy Management, I standardized procurement across 24 countries, embedded ESG and risk-management practices, and delivered Microsoft Dynamics 365 supply chain workflows. I build capable teams, negotiate strategic contracts, and improve value, accountability, and resilience in complex donor-funded programs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Health Supply Chain Specialist
Africa CDC, African Union
Nov 2025 - Jun 2026 (7 months)
Technical assistance and project team lead for strengthening the National Public Health Institute, focusing on procurement systems, governance, and institutional efficiency.
Head of Global Procurement
Oxford Policy Management Limited
Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)
Provided strategic leadership of global procurement and supply chain operations, overseeing donor-funded and corporate projects across 24 countries.
Senior Procurement Manager & Cluster Lead
British Council
Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 (3 years)
Led strategic procurement and contracting operations across Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on donor-funded programs and cross-country project delivery.
Procurement & Logistics Manager
Maryland Global Initiatives Corporation (MGIC)
Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 (3 years)
Managed procurement and logistics for UCSF/UW/UMB/KEMRI programs, ensuring FAR compliance and supporting medical research projects.
Senior Procurement Specialist
East African Development Bank (EADB)
Jan 2013 - Jan 2015 (2 years)
Established procurement function and governance systems, provided technical advisory, and oversaw procurement for donor-funded programs.
Head of Procurement
Kenya Sugar Research Foundation
Jan 2011 - Jan 2013 (2 years)
Directed end-to-end procurement under Kenya's Public Procurement Act, overseeing multimillion-dollar donor-funded agricultural research projects.
Manager, Shared Services Procurement
Standard Chartered Bank
Jan 2006 - Jan 2011 (5 years)
Provided procurement oversight for 10 African countries through a regional shared services hub, coordinating cross-border operations and projects.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maseno University
Master of Business Administration, Strategic Management
MBA in Strategic Management from Maseno University, Kenya, completed in 2013.
Kenya Institute of Management
Post-graduate Diploma, Purchasing and Supplies Management
Post-graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management from Kenya Institute of Management, completed in 2010.
Moi University
Bachelor of Arts, Government and Public Administration
Bachelor of Arts in Government and Public Administration from Moi University, Kenya, completed in 2003.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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