About Origena Consulting

Origena Consulting is the commercial name of Roger Tatoud, global health consultant.

With over 25 years of experience in global research and public health, Roger Tatoud brings expertise across science, operations, finance, fundraising, legal, and management in the not-for-profit sector.

Throughout his career, Roger has partnered with global health organisations to translate strategy into impactful programmes. His broad experience and extensive network span academia, non-profits, and the pharmaceutical industry, with a special focus on HIV and infectious diseases.

Most recently, Roger served as Deputy Director at the International AIDS Society (IAS), providing strategic scientific and technical leadership across HIV programmes and advocacy. He led key initiatives such as the Global HIV Vaccine Enterprise and the Industry Liaison Forum, contributed to IAS’s 2021–2025 strategy, and led training efforts to build sustainable research capacity in Africa.

Previously, Roger managed operations for a clinical immunology reference laboratory in London, working closely with partners in East and Southern Africa. He also directed a research service office supporting clinical and translational research, overseeing more than 20 international multicenter partnerships.

As a recognized HIV prevention advocate, Roger champions evidence-based research, community engagement, and the implementation of prevention and treatment tools. He values teamwork, participatory approaches, and thrives in complex multicultural environments.

Since 2021, Roger has offered consultancy services supporting global organisations in vaccines, diagnostics, capacity building, and adult education. His commitment is to deliver exceptional, results-driven consulting that bridges science, strategy, and operations..