Would you like to help send donated medicines around the world to those who do not have access to live-saving medicines? IHP is recruiting a Logistics Officer to become part of our growing logistics team who coordinate the safe and responsible donation of medical products to where the needs are greatest, so that people don’t suffer needlessly from treatable illnesses.
As a Logistics Officer, you will play an integral role in IHP’s work arranging the shipping of donated medicines and medical supplies, for example our essential health packs and antibiotics, ensuring their secure transportation to disaster-hit and vulnerable communities such as Sudan and Gaza.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Securing cost-effective shipping quotes from some of the largest freight forwarders in the UK
* Ensuring shipping files are accurate and kept up to date
* Communicating regularly with our donor companies and receiving NGO partners
* Updating offers on our management system
Who you are:
* You'll have administrative/record keeping experience or demonstrable transferable skills
* A dedicated team player who enjoys working well in a small team as well as autonomously
* Adaptable and can meet competing priorities, deadlines and targets
* Possess strong attention to detail and accuracy and be numerically minded (Intermediate Excel skills desirable)
* IT literate in MS Office applications with experience of working with data and systems
* A natural problem solver, you'll have a good initiative and be solutions-focused
* Proficient communication skills, verbally and written with an ability to build strong working relationships
* Highly organised multi-tasker, with a personality that works calmly under pressure
* Committed to upholding IHP's Christian ethos and values
For further details regarding responsibilities and person specification, please see the job description.
About IHP
IHP’s vision is to see a world in which all suffering due to lack of healthcare is eradicated. Our Christian faith underpins all that we do. It motivates us to care for those in need, and give our best in all circumstances, as an expression of God's love. We serve the poor in health without regard for ethnic or religious background, focusing on where the need is greatest.
IHP is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Staff regularly spend time together praying for IHP’s work and there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have a personal commitment to the Christian faith.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rated if part-time)
* Specsavers eyecare vouchers
* Life Insurance and Critical Illness Cover
* Health and wellbeing support via Unum help@hand app
* Opportunities to get involved with our EDI working group
* Training and development opportunities
* Hybrid working/Modern office near Chancery Lane tube station
To apply please use the link to apply via charity jobs or email hr@ihpuk.org for further information.
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