Immunization Associate Job at VillageReach
Job Opportunity: Immunization Associate
Organization: VillageReach
Position: Immunization Associate
Location: Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria (with travel to North-West states)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate / Mid-Level
Application Deadline: October 9, 2026 (Rolling basis; early application recommended)
About VillageReach
VillageReach works to transform healthcare delivery and improve equitable access to quality primary healthcare for underserved communities. The organization partners with governments, communities, and the private sector to strengthen health systems and improve access to health products, information, and services.
Role Overview
The Immunization Associate supports the implementation, scale-up, and sustainability of digital solutions designed to strengthen vaccine supply chains and immunization programs across Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, and Sokoto States.
Working closely with government partners, health system stakeholders, and internal VillageReach teams, the associate facilitates program coordination, data quality management, monitoring, reporting, and evidence-informed decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
1. Government Liaison & Program Coordination
Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) at the national level.
Facilitate seamless information flow, joint operational planning, and follow-up with government counterparts.
Support state co-design workshops, planning sessions, and coordination meetings, including drafting materials, capturing notes, and tracking action items.
Collaborate with State Technical Officers to monitor health facility utilization of vaccine stock visibility tools.
Coordinate with technical partners on vaccine stock visibility and related health supply chain investments.
2. Implementation Support
Participate in system and data-flow testing, health facility verification, and baseline data collection.
Track health facility support channels (including helpdesk and WhatsApp groups) and resolve reporting or account issues.
Prepare data dashboards and management products for State Logistics Working Group reviews.
Support sustainability planning and long-term state transition strategies.
3. Monitoring, Data Quality & Reporting
Oversee reporting completeness, timeliness, and data quality, identifying escalation points for LGA and state teams.
Contribute to weekly internal performance reviews and quarterly cross-state progress evaluations.
Execute quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and donor reporting documentation.
4. Program & Administrative Support
Assist the Project Manager in tracking work plans, milestones, and deliverables.
Coordinate logistics for state-level visits, workshops, and multi-stakeholder meetings.
Support compliance with grant guidelines and organizational commitments, including gender-responsive programming.
Candidate Requirements
Education & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree required. A Master’s degree or equivalent in Public Health, International Development, Health Systems, or a related field is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in public health, immunization, vaccine supply chain management, or health information systems.
Proven track record in monitoring and evaluation (M&E), including quantitative/qualitative data analysis and data-driven decision-making.
Key Competencies & Qualifications
Sector Knowledge: Strong experience working with Nigerian public health institutions (NPHCDA, State Primary Health Care Boards, and LGA-level structures) is strongly preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Familiarity with digital health platforms such as DHIS2 and OpenLMIS is preferred.
Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills; strong interpersonal skills to manage diverse stakeholders across government and partner agencies.
Operational Fit: High degree of self-motivation, problem-solving capability, and attention to detail.
Program Alignment: Demonstrated commitment to gender-responsive implementation and safeguarding standards.
Mobility: Willingness and ability to travel frequently within Nigeria, specifically to Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, and Sokoto States.
Work Structure & Environment
Location: Hybrid setup based out of Abuja, Nigeria.
Collaboration Hours: Staff are expected to be available during standard core collaboration hours to engage with international teams across multiple time zones.
Application Requirements
To apply, candidates must submit the following items via the official portal:
Current Resume/CV
Cover Letter addressing:
Your interest in the position.
One key reason you are a strong fit for the role.
One specific core strength you bring to the team.
Four Short Answer Responses (prompts provided within the application portal).
Recruitment Process
PhaseStageDescription
1Application ScreeningInitial review of CV, Cover Letter, and Short Answers
2Introductory Interview20–30 minute preliminary screening
3Technical & Culture AssessmentSkills- and values-based interviews
4Practical EvaluationAssessment task for shortlisted candidates
5Selection FinalizationFinal interview (if required), reference checks, background check, and offer
Safeguarding Notice: VillageReach is committed to protecting children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of reference and background screening checks.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should complete their application directly through the official portal:
