Hi, I’m
Mame Bineta Mbacke
Onex,GE
Summary
I am a seasoned leader in public-private partnerships and innovation, with over 20 years of experience driving social progress and equity. Currently serving as the Senior Manager for Private Sector Partnerships & Innovation at Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance, I have successfully developed and scaled numerous impactful initiatives across various countries. My expertise in leading mission-driven teams for major multinationals, securing substantial funding, and fostering strategic partnerships to address global health challenges for leading international NGOs has been instrumental. My dedication to creating a more just and sustainable world is evident through my work with renowned organizations, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in advocacy, project management, and multicultural team leadership.
Senior management professional, bringing strategic leadership and operational excellence to drive organizational success. Skilled in project management, team collaboration, and process optimization with keen focus on achieving results. Adept at navigating complex challenges, fostering culture of accountability, and adapting to evolving business needs. Known for strong decision-making, effective communication, and building high-performing teams.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance
Senior Manager, Private Sector Partnerships & Innovation
08.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Developed new private sector partnerships, resulting in additional funding, expertise, and innovation
- Successfully managed several innovation pacesetters from negotiation with beneficiary countries, through the pilot phase to national or regional scaling, with some successful transfer to the government after impressive impact results
- Developed the COVAX value proposition to support fundraising from the private sector successfully with the biggest cash donation from the private sector during that period in my portfolio
- Designed a unique operational partnership model leveraging technology, expertise, and resources, which was deployed together with corporations with large business networks in sub-Saharan Africa, such as Mastercard and Orange, to address challenges in the deployment of primary health care programs
- Mobilized resources (grants and assets) to support platform and innovation projects, while promoting supply chain, data, demand generation, financial inclusion, and solarization initiatives for lower and middle-income countries
- Led the planning of project milestones and high-level goals in coordination for partnerships, including with the Canadian Government, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and Alwaleed Philanthropies, leading the development of annual planning and timely, high-quality implementation of activities and deliverables
- Grew the related private sector partnerships' budget from scratch to around 200 million USD and monitored related partnership activities to respect agreed-on budget deliverables, and led communication workstreams for private sector partnerships leveraging social and print media
Nestlé S.A.
Senior Public Affairs Manager
06.2013 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Managed global Creating Shared Value (CSV) partnerships, raised awareness, and gained internal commitment to Nestlé’s Nutrition Health and Wellness mission and the Women's Empowerment Principles
- Influenced enabling policies, unlocked funding for community capacity building (aflatoxin reduction, forming cooperatives, etc.), and empowered women farmers in the value chain production in Ivory Coast, Ghana, Senegal, Niger, etc
- Contributed to the development of shared-value strategies, presented, and communicated the approved roadmap to Nestlé markets to align relevant Public Affairs Directors with the global partnerships and engagement strategy
- Managed global partnerships between Nestlé and international organizations like IFRC, ensuring the successful implementation of Women’s Empowerment and WASH (Water, Sanitation & Health) programs worldwide
- Developed and deployed joint communication with partners and represented Nestlé in relevant international forums (Women’s Empowerment, the Shared Value Initiative platform – UN World Conference on Women – Every Woman Every Child etc.)
- Engaged with internal and external stakeholders to share experiences and develop standards on Women's Empowerment within the food industry supply chain, identifying KPIs and best practices
Nestlé Central & West Africa
Regional Head of Public Affairs & Corporate Communications
09.2009 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Enhanced and strengthened Nestlé's reputation as a recognized leader in Nutrition, Health, and Wellness (NHW) and promoted the 'Creating Shared Value' (CSV) concept in Central & West Africa
- Led, motivated, and developed the Regional Corporate Communications and Public Affairs team (20 Functional Senior Managers) and was responsible for implementing the strategy, long-term vision, and providing overall technical leadership and management for the promotion and implementation of CSV projects (Local sourcing initiatives) across the region of 22 countries in Central and West Africa
- Developed and executed integrated corporate communication strategies with an emphasis on increasing local sourcing and fostering Nutrition Health & Wellness in Africa
- Provided expert communications advice and guidance to management and other functions & businesses
- Supervised and steered all communication team activities: internal communication; media relations; government relations; stakeholder management; crisis management; NHW strategic implementation; and CSV initiatives
- Developed and maintained relationships with key opinion leaders and other stakeholders to strengthen the company's reputation
African Leadership Academy
Associate Director of Admissions for Francophone and West Africa
06.2007 - 09.2009
Job overview
- Collaborated with Ministries of Health and schools to advocate for the African Leadership Academy and pinpoint talented students aged 16-19
- Orchestrated conferences, seminars, and workshops to establish connections with education stakeholders in Francophone Africa and West Africa, fostering partnerships in alignment with ALA's vision, mission, and goals to facilitate exceptional student applications
- Supervised the organization and execution of the admission year program with local partners such as Ministries of Education, schools, and NGOs
- Delivered relevant content, produced timely communication materials, and ensured efficient event management
Education
London Business School
Nestlé Leadership Program
01.2013
Paris Graduate School of Management - ESG Group
European MBA from Marketing
01.2006
University of Toulon
Master’s degree from Applied Foreign Languages - International Trade
01.1996
Skills
- Proven track record in building and leading successful mission-driven teams and partnerships
- Strong project and program management skills
- Experience in developing PPP models and fundraising for tailored solutions
- Experience in managing multicultural teams across various countries
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to build trustful relationships
- Excellent advocacy by effectively communicating key messages and expanding networks for strategic priorities
- Skilled ambassador to foster strategic partnerships with a solid grasp of political challenges
- Great analytical insights in complex environments to provide options and recommendations
- Partnership development
- Influencing and negotiating
- Innovation management
- Budget management
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Customer relationship management
- Business development
- Budget oversight
Languages
French: Native
English: Advanced
Wolof
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior Manager, Private Sector Partnerships & Innovation
Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance
08.2016 - Current
Senior Public Affairs Manager
Nestlé S.A.
06.2013 - 07.2016
Regional Head of Public Affairs & Corporate Communications
Nestlé Central & West Africa
09.2009 - 06.2013
Associate Director of Admissions for Francophone and West Africa
African Leadership Academy
06.2007 - 09.2009
Paris Graduate School of Management - ESG Group
European MBA from Marketing
University of Toulon
Master’s degree from Applied Foreign Languages - International Trade
London Business School
Nestlé Leadership Program
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