World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice.

Job Description

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, motivated and resourceful person to fill the position of Gift In Kind (GIK) Coordinator.

Gift In Kind (GIK) Coordinator - Job Summary

To work with Project Managers and Operations Base Team Leader to facilitate the integration and management of Gift In Kind (GIK) resources in programming through planning, receipt, warehousing, allocation, distribution and reporting on all GIK resources implemented in Program area and partners.

The Package

•   The position is based in Savelugu – Northern Region.
•   The position comes with an attractive salary and benefit package.
•   S/He reports to the Regional Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Include but not limited to the following;

•   Collate all GIK needs of program area to prepare annual GIK Planning Chart.
•   Receive GIK resources into warehouse, sort and take inventory and allocate GIK resources to programs.
•   Maintain adequate security and safety of commodities received into warehouse.
•   Ensure proper tracking of commodities allocated and  maintain adequate and accurate records and documentation
•   Provide timely delivery confirmation reports, including monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports on GIK implementation.
•   Train all Programs staff and partners on GIK management and foster collaboration with key sector ministries at the Regional level on GIK implementation.
•   Facilitate Customs inspections and audits and ensure timely implementation of recommendations.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum degree in Public Administration / Supply Chain Management / Stores Management or in a related Field.
•   Three years relevant experience in a similar position in the humanitarian industry is required.
•   Technical skills in Warehouse & Inventory Management.
•   Experience in Transportation & Distribution Management.
•   Proven experience in Commodity Tracking.
•   Skill in Customer relationship, Problem solving and Microsoft Excel.
•   Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
•   Strategic and conceptual thinking ability.
•   Excellent communication skills.
•   Integrity and the ability to deal with confidential information are essential.
•   Planning and organizing skills.

Location: Savelugu – Northern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the Job Position in the subject line to:-

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 18 April, 2015

•   As a Child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children.
•   All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.
•   World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.