Officer, Business Development Job at Greater Impact Initiative for Child Support


Greater Impact Initiative for Child Support (GIMPACS) is a woman – led, youth led, and non-governmental organization established in 2023 and formally incorporated in 2024 with the focus on providing healthcare and hygiene services to marginalized children, women, and persons living with disability. GIMPACS's vision is to create an African community where every woman, child, and person with disabilities enjoys optimal healthcare services, supported by accessible healthcare systems that promote hygiene, nutrition, and well-being for a thriving global community. Our mission is to provide inclusive, equitable healthcare services that improve hygiene, nutrition, and overall well-being for women, children, and individuals with disabilities, ensuring a healthier future for all. GIMPACS operates on the foundational values of accountability, equity, empowerment, integrity, inclusivity, and teamwork. We confront systemic challenges faced by women and children and individuals living with disability in vulnerable situations, guided by a diverse team of experts in protection, nutrition, health, WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene), and education. GIMPACS aids in need to the most vulnerable communities, regardless of their religion, race, gender and or political affiliation. Our decisions as an organization are not based on political, economic or religious interests, but solely on the needs of the affected populations

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Officer, Business Development

Job Locations: Adamawa, Borno and Yobe
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: Logistics/Procurement Officer

Job Summary

  • The Logistics and Procurement Intern will provide essential support to the logistics and procurement team in ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition, storage, and distribution of goods and services.
  • This role will involve assisting in procurement processes, inventory management, and logistics coordination to support the organization’s programs and operations.
  • The intern will gain valuable experience in supply chain management within a humanitarian context.

Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Management:

  • Ensure periodic cycle counts are conducted per GIMPACS policy to maintain accurate stock records.
  • Conduct fiscal year-end stock inventories and generate comprehensive inventory reports together with officer upward review.
  • Assist programs in developing and implementing effective stock distribution plans to prevent expired items or grant closures affecting stock.
  • Provide ongoing training and support to storekeepers to enhance their performance and reporting accuracy.
  • Oversee warehouse operations in GIMPACS operational LGAs, ensuring proper stock-keeping, optimal storage conditions, security, and facility maintenance.
  • Prepare and finalize monthly expendables store reports, detailing stock movements and remaining balances.
  • Maintain warehouse security, efficient stock management, and proper documentation.

Asset Management:

  • Track, maintain, and record all GIMPACS assets to ensure an up-to-date asset database.
  • Ensure all staff in acknowledge accountability for assigned assets using GIMPACS receipt forms.
  • Implement and monitor asset maintenance systems and procedures.
  • Conduct quarterly physical asset verification and submit reports to the Logistics Manager.
  • Coordinate with the Logistics Manager and Finance team to review and implement asset disposal in compliance with GIMPACS and donor regulations.
  • Maintain an updated filing system for all asset records.
  • Ensure retrieval and reassignment of assets upon staff departure.

Fleet and Transport Management:

  • Oversee transport fleet operations, ensuring efficient vehicle allocation in coordination with program teams and the Logistics Manager.
  • Implement systems to track and account for transported goods.
  • Collect, review, and ensure proper completion of vehicle log sheets.
  • Manage and supervise drivers to ensure compliance with transport policies.
  • Ensure all vehicles carry the required documentation and that licenses and insurance are up to date.
  • Maintain security measures for all vehicles when not in use.
  • Manage the procurement, inventory, and distribution of vehicle-related parts, consumables, and fuel.

Requirement

  • A recent graduate with a degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • A Strong interest in Logistics, Procurement, and humanitarian work.
  • Basic knowledge of procurement processes and inventory management
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Essential:

  • Computer skills, especially in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken); knowledge of Hausa or other local languages is an




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