About this opportunity
Dream Center Indianapolis, Inc. lists this Gifts-in-Kind (GIK) Outreach Associate opportunity in indianapolis, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description: Gifts-in-Kind (GIK) Outreach Associate
Organization: Dream Center Indianapolis
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Type: Part-Time (Hourly), with path to Full-Time
Reports to: GIK Warehouse Manager
Position Overview
The GIK Outreach Associate is responsible for the lifecycle of all non-cash donations (Gifts-in-Kind) that fuel our programs. From the moment a truck arrives to the moment a neighbor receives a resource, this role ensures every item is handled with dignity, tracked with precision, and managed in full compliance with regulatory standards.
As a vital member of our team, you aren't just moving boxes; you are managing the tools of transformation for the Indianapolis community.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics & Warehouse Operations
Loading/Unloading: Safely load and unload trucks and trailers, often involving physical labor and the use of pallet jacks or other warehouse equipment.
Organization: Maintain a clean, safe, and highly organized warehouse environment to ensure efficient distribution.
Inventory Management: Conduct regular counts, track incoming donations, and monitor "first-in, first-out" distribution flows.
Compliance & Reporting
Documentation: Accurately record all GIK donations, ensuring every item has a paper trail from donor to recipient.
Regulatory Standards: Ensure all donations and storage methods meet state and federal compliance guidelines (e.g., health standards for food/hygiene or IRS valuation rules).
Reporting: Prepare weekly/monthly reports on inventory levels and distribution metrics to support grant writing and donor transparency.
Mission & Culture
Ambassadorship: Represent the Dream Center Indy with a posture of service when interacting with donors, volunteers, and partners.
Spiritual Alignment: Operate with a heart for the ministry, treating every donation as a provision to be used for God's glory.
Integrity: Strictly abide by the Dream Center Code of Conduct and maintain the highest level of ethical stewardship.
Qualifications & Requirements
Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and remain on your feet for extended periods.
Detail-Oriented: A "knack" for numbers and organization; you enjoy seeing a messy space become orderly.
Tech Literacy: Basic proficiency in Excel or inventory management software for reporting.
Mission-Fit: A clear passion for the vision of Dream Center Indy and a desire to serve the under-resourced.
Growth Mindset: Availability and desire to transition into a full-time role as the GIK program expands.
Why Join Us?
At the Dream Center, our mission is to "disrupt & reverse the cycle of poverty." This role is the backbone of that promise. You will see firsthand how a simple donation can change a life, and you will be part of a team that prays together and serves together.
Salary
$19 - $21.5 per hour
Worksite address
indianapolis, IN, 46262, US
Who can apply
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