Vacancies at Development Delivery Partner(DDP) in Nigeria

Development Delivery Partners (DDP) Recruitment 2026: In-State Consultants in Kaduna, Kano, Katsina and Sokoto

Development Delivery Partners (DDP) is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for four In-State Consultant positions under its Lost-Mile Vaccine Stock Visibility (LMVSV) Project.

The organisation seeks to recruit one consultant each for Kaduna, Kano, Katsina and Sokoto State to provide technical assistance and strengthen vaccine stock visibility, digital reporting, supply chain performance and immunisation service delivery.

This opportunity is suitable for professionals with at least four years of experience in immunisation programmes, vaccine supply chain management, public health implementation, digital health systems or related fields.

4 Consultant Positions

Job Overview

• Organisation: Development Delivery Partners (DDP)
• Project: Lost-Mile Vaccine Stock Visibility (LMVSV)
• Position: In-State Consultant
• Number of Vacancies: 4
• Locations: Kaduna, Kano, Katsina and Sokoto States
• Employment Arrangement: Consultancy
• Required Experience: Minimum of 4 years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline
• Application Deadline: 25 November 2026
• Application Method: Online application form

About Development Delivery Partners (DDP)

Development Delivery Partners is a development advisory firm working to improve health and economic opportunities for vulnerable populations and underserved communities.

The organisation collaborates with governments, philanthropic organisations, development agencies, corporations and individuals to improve health and social development outcomes.

DDP has worked on key health and development issues across 16 countries, supporting partners in designing, implementing and evaluating impactful projects.

About the LMVSV Project

DDP is supporting the implementation of the Lost-Mile Vaccine Stock Visibility Project across Kaduna, Kano, Katsina and Sokoto States.

The project aims to strengthen facility-level vaccine stock visibility, improve supply chain performance and support effective immunisation service delivery.

Its key priorities include:

• Improving weekly reporting compliance among health facilities and LGAs.
• Strengthening the use of digital stock visibility systems.
• Improving vaccine availability through data-driven resupply and redistribution.
• Strengthening State Logistics Working Groups (SLWGs) for routine performance reviews.
• Improving early identification and resolution of vaccine stockouts.
• Monitoring vaccine wastage and cold chain equipment visibility.
• Building sustainable government capacity for vaccine stock management.

Key Responsibilities

The selected consultants will work closely with DDP, State Primary Health Care Boards (SPHCBs), State and LGA Cold Chain Officers, LGA Immunisation Officers, health facility personnel and other relevant stakeholders.

1. State-Level Implementation and Technical Coordination

• Coordinate daily implementation of the LMVSV project in the assigned state.
• Work with SPHCBs, State and LGA Cold Chain Officers and relevant partners.
• Support baseline assessments, implementation planning and stakeholder engagement.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges affecting digital platform adoption.
• Coordinate with state and national technical teams to address implementation bottlenecks.
• Track project milestones, risks and corrective actions.

2. Reporting Compliance, Data Quality and Stock Management

• Drive weekly follow-up with LGAs and health facilities to achieve at least 80% reporting compliance.
• Support non-reporting and underperforming facilities through troubleshooting, supervision and refresher coaching.
• Monitor reporting completeness, timeliness and data quality.
• Use LMVSV dashboards to identify stockouts and monitor vaccine availability and wastage.
• Support evidence-based vaccine resupply and redistribution decisions.
• Escalate stock management and technical issues when necessary.

3. Capacity Strengthening, Governance and Institutionalisation

• Support the activation and effective functioning of State Logistics Working Groups (SLWGs).
• Facilitate monthly SLWG performance reviews and quarterly LGA data review sessions.
• Provide training, mentorship and supportive supervision to state, LGA and facility personnel.
• Support implementation of LMVSV Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Strengthen government ownership and integrate LMVSV processes into routine SPHCB operations.

4. Performance Monitoring, Reporting and Learning

• Monitor implementation progress against agreed indicators and targets.
• Prepare weekly performance updates and monthly implementation reports.
• Document supervision visits, training activities and stakeholder engagements.
• Prepare data analysis briefs and document stock management decisions informed by LMVSV data.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to sustainability and transition planning.

Qualifications and Required Skills

Applicants should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strong understanding of Nigeria’s routine immunisation programme, vaccine supply chain management and Primary Health Care (PHC) delivery systems.
• Practical experience in vaccine stock reporting, cold chain management and digital logistics systems.
• Familiarity with LMVSV, DHIS2, OpenLMIS or similar platforms is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to interpret routine data, identify performance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Experience providing supportive supervision, technical assistance, training and mentorship.
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and deliver quality results.

Educational Requirements

Applicants must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields or a related discipline:

• Public Health
• Pharmacy
• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics
• Health Informatics
• Health Management
• Medicine
• Biological Sciences

A postgraduate qualification in Public Health, Supply Chain Management, Health Informatics or a related field will be an added advantage.

Professional Experience

Candidates must have:

• At least four years of relevant professional experience in immunisation programmes, vaccine or health commodity supply chains, digital health systems, health systems strengthening or related public health assignments.
• Demonstrated experience working with government health institutions, particularly SPHCBs, state or LGA immunisation teams or equivalent structures.
• Practical experience in routine immunisation or polio programme implementation.
• Experience using health or logistics data to monitor performance and support operational decisions.
• Experience conducting field-based technical assistance, health facility visits, training, mentorship or performance improvement activities.

Previous involvement in LMVSV, DHIS2, OpenLMIS, electronic logistics management information systems or digital supply chain initiatives will be a significant advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Applicants should preferably reside in, or have strong professional familiarity with, the state they are applying for.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly within the assigned state, including rural and underserved health facilities.
• Ability to communicate in relevant local languages will be an added advantage.
• Availability to maintain a consistent in-state presence throughout the consultancy period.
• Willingness to work closely with government counterparts and follow applicable safety and security protocols.

Expected Deliverables

Selected consultants will be expected to produce the following:

1. State Inception and Baseline Report: State-specific workplan, stakeholder mapping and baseline assessment.
2. Weekly Reporting and Performance Updates: Reporting compliance, stock management issues, corrective actions and progress towards the project’s 80% weekly reporting target.
3. Monthly Implementation Reports: Updates on activities, data quality, platform adoption, stakeholder engagement and project performance.
4. SLWG and LGA Data Review Documentation: Meeting minutes, presentations, decisions and action trackers.
5. Supportive Supervision and Technical Assistance Reports: Records of facility visits, challenges, coaching and corrective actions.
6. Capacity-Strengthening and SOP Implementation Reports: Documentation of training, mentorship and improvements in government capacity.
7. Periodic Data Analysis and Decision-Support Briefs: Analysis of reporting trends, vaccine availability, stockout risks, wastage and cold chain performance.
8. State Sustainability and Transition Plan: Recommendations for integrating LMVSV operations into routine government systems.
9. Final Consultancy Report: Assessment of achievements, performance improvements, challenges and recommendations.

Performance will be assessed based on reporting compliance, platform usage, data quality, stock management improvements, effectiveness of technical assistance and progress towards sustainable government-led implementation.

Compensation

DDP indicates that the compensation package is competitive and designed to attract and retain talented professionals.

Note: A specific consultancy fee or salary amount was not stated in the supplied vacancy details.

Diversity and Inclusion

Development Delivery Partners is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the official Potential Consultant Survey and submit a sample of their work through the application link below.

Applicants must clearly indicate their preferred state of assignment:

• Kaduna State
• Kano State
• Katsina State
• Sokoto State

Candidates should also highlight their relevant experience in:

• Immunisation supply chain management.
• LMVSV or other digital reporting systems.
• Government stakeholder engagement.
• Field-based technical assistance.

Application Link

Application Deadline: 25 November 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.