Logistics Officer

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute logistics operations under international standards and contract requirements.
• Coordinate transportation, warehousing, and distribution of goods and equipment.
• Manage vehicle maintenance, fuel management, and route planning.
• Oversee procurement, supplier relationships, contract negotiation, and vendor performance.
• Maintain documentation, inventory control, and logistics reporting.
• Implement customs, trade compliance, supply chain security, risk mitigation, and contingency planning.
• Coordinate with government agencies, customs, security personnel, UN agencies, embassy staff, and military representatives.
• Support disaster relief, humanitarian aid, emergency response, and military deployment logistics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Five to ten years of logistics operations experience with UN agencies, US Embassies, or US Military contractors.
• Strong knowledge of international logistics regulations, procurement policies, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with government contracts and high-security environments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in challenging environments with tight deadlines.
• A driving license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Humanitarian aid logistics, defense logistics, or diplomatic mission experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of Incoterms, customs clearance, export/import regulations, and duty exemption procedures is preferred.

Employment Details

• The job type is full-time.