Marc Ummel

Head of Unit Raw Materials - SWISSAID

Marc Ummel is the Head of Unit Raw Materials at SWISSAID since 2018, focusing on improving the management and governance of natural resources, particularly in the gold sector. SWISSAID carries out advocacy and advisory work with industry actors, governments and international standards to strengthen regulations and create responsible supply chains. It conducts research and analysis to combat illegal gold flows, increase the traceability of precious metals and improve corporate due diligence. SWISSAID also accompanies projects to support the formalisation of artisanal gold mines. Before SWISSAID, Marc worked for the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation in the West Africa