Public Health Business Development Lead – Market Access

About the role

DP World is expanding its healthcare and pharmaceutical capabilities across Africa. The Public Health Business Development Lead will drive regional growth by building relationships with Ministries of Health, donors, and other stakeholders to capture health‑related procurement and supply‑chain opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead public‑health business development across African markets, focusing on Lagos and Accra.
• Engage Ministries of Health, Central Medical Stores, funders and donors to understand procurement processes.
• Develop and execute a robust market‑access and engagement strategy.
• Identify, evaluate and onboard local distribution partners for essential medicines, devices and consumables.
• Negotiate commercial terms, tender agreements and partnership frameworks.
• Conduct due‑diligence and capability assessments of potential partners.
• Collaborate with DP World’s Humanitarian Aid and Market Access teams to align initiatives.

Required profile

• Senior‑level professional with at least 5 years (60 months) of relevant experience.
• Deep understanding of public‑health systems, Ministry of Health operations and supply‑chain dynamics in Africa.
• Proven track record in business development, revenue generation and account management.
• Ability to engage stakeholders at multiple government and corporate levels.

Required skills