Job Description
- Application Deadline: Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT
- Position: Logistics Assistant
- Job Type Contract
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 1 - 2 years
- Location Katsina
- Job Field Logistics 
Reports To: Logistics Officer
Project: : WFP-Community-Based Nutrition Support Programme (Tom Brown Approach)
Contract Duration:3 months with the possibility of renewing.
Duties/Responsibilities of this role:
Warehouse Management
- Ensure periodic cycle counts are conducted per GHIV Africa 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 GHIV 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 GHIV Africa assets to ensure an up-to-date asset database.
- Ensure all staff in acknowledge accountability for assigned assets using GHIV Africa 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 GHIV Africa 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 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.
- To carry out any other duties assigned to.
QUALIFICATION
Diploma, HND Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
WORKING EXPERIENCE
0-2years
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- EMPATHY AND COMPASSION: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
- INTEGRITY: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
- RESILIENCE: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
- PROBLEM-SOLVING: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.
GHIV AFRICA PSEA/GBV, AND CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICIES: The successful candidate shall comply and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all course and all levels.
GHIV AFRICA HAS ZERO TOLORENCE FOR SEXUAL EXPLOITATION ABUSE AND HARASSMENT (SEAH)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
GHIV Africa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of vulnerable communities in North-west Nigeria. Your expertise and dedication can help ensure the safety and protection of those in need.