Duty Station: Juba HQ (with frequent visit to Nimule/Elegu border Post)
Reports To: General Manager Logistics
Department: Logistics
Date: October 2025
To plan, manage, and oversee all logistics and transport operations across Mombasa, Uganda,
and South Sudan to ensure timely, efficient, and cost-effective movement of cargo and fleet
coordination. The position ensures compliance with cross-border transport regulations and
optimizes service delivery to clients throughout the East African logistics corridor.
Responsibilities
· Develop and execute regional logistics strategies supporting company goals.
· Oversee cross-border transport operations linking Mombasa Port, Uganda transit hubs,
and South Sudan destinations.
· Coordinate import/export clearance, fleet allocation, and cargo tracking.
· Maintain compliance with customs, transit, and safety regulations across all jurisdictions.
· Supervise transport scheduling, dispatching, and routing of trucks and cargo convoys.
· Monitor performance of fleet and drivers to ensure delivery timelines and maintenance
standards.
· Approve trip plans, budgets, and route optimization measures.
· Ensure safe transport of goods, proper documentation, and proof of delivery (POD)
compliance.
· Liaise with customs, port, and border officials at Mombasa, Malaba, Elegu, and Nimule.
· Represent GS Logistics in official meetings with authorities (Port, URA, SSCS, Police,
Immigration).
· Oversee liaison offices at the borders to ensure efficient cargo clearance and document
flow.
· Manage fleet utilization, maintenance schedules, and insurance compliance.
· Supervise procurement of spare parts, fuel monitoring, and cost control.
· Maintain up-to-date vehicle records, logbooks, and service reports.
· Prepare and manage regional logistics and transport budgets.
· Track operational costs and implement cost-reduction initiatives.
· Ensure transparent accounting for fuel, maintenance, and per diem allowances
· Lead, mentor, and evaluate performance of logistics teams across all stations.
· Ensure proper staffing, capacity building, and performance appraisals.
· Maintain clear communication channels between Juba HQ and field offices
· Produce weekly and monthly logistics performance reports.
· Maintain transport KPIs (truck turnaround time, cost per trip, delivery accuracy).
· Use tracking software and ERP systems for fleet visibility and data reporting Supervises
· Transport Supervisors (South Sudan, Uganda, Kenya)
· Border Liaison Officers (Nimule, Malaba, Elegu, Mombasa Port)
· Fleet Maintenance & Dispatch Teams
· Documentation Team
· Operations Team
· Customer Service Team
Job Requirements
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
· Minimum 7 years’ experience in regional logistics or cross-border transport management.
· Professional certification (CILT, FIATA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
· Strong knowledge of customs procedures in Kenya, Uganda, and South Sudan.
· Excellent leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
· Proficiency in MS Office and transport tracking systems (Odoo, Cargo Wise, or similar).
· Fluent in English; knowledge of Kiswahili and Arabic is an added advantage.
Core Competencies
· Strong coordination and organizational skills.
· High integrity and accountability.
· Effective communication and cross-border team management.
· Strategic thinker with operational discipline.
· Excellent interpersonal and reporting abilities
Expected Outputs
· Timely clearance of all inbound and outbound cargo.
· Accurate and complete documentation records.
· Smooth coordination between border officials and GS Logistics teams.
· Reduced clearance delays and demurrage risks.
· Strengthened GS Logistics visibility and credibility at the border
How To Apply
Interested candidates can apply at THIS LINK