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Logistics Officer

Dawa Life Sciences Kenya Full Time Posted 2026-08-16
CountyNairobi CountyCityNot specifiedContractFull TimePosted2026-08-16Close dateNot specifiedExperience3 yearsSourceMyJobMag Kenya
logistics officersupply chainimportsnairobifull timepharmaceuticalfmcgprocurementmid leveldawa life sciencesfactoryentregador
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Dawa Life Sciences is hiring a Logistics Officer in Nairobi to manage import documentation, shipment scheduling, PVOC applications, and clearing and forwarding processes. The role requires a degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics or a related field and at least three years of import logistics experience, ideally in pharmaceutical or FMCG manufacturing. Applications should be sent to careers@dawalifesciences.com by Wednesday, 19th August 2026.

  • Full-time Logistics Officer role based in Nairobi
  • Focus on imports, IDF/IMP processing and KEBS PVOC
  • Requires 3+ years experience in import logistics
  • Pharmaceutical or FMCG manufacturing experience preferred
  • Apply by email before 19 August 2026

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Original source description

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  • We are continuously upgrading to new technologies and implementing robust processes to ensure we deliver best-in-quality products to our communities
  • Read more about this company
  • Logistics Officer
  • Job Type
  • Full Time
  • Qualification
  • BA/BSc/HND
  • ,
  • Diploma

Experience

  • 3 years
  • Location
  • Nairobi
  • Job Field
  • Logistics
  • ,
  • Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain
  • Key
  • Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement or a related field.
  • At least 3 years’
  • as a Logistics Officer in imports, preferably in pharmaceutical or FMCG manufacturing.
  • Hands-on knowledge of KenTrade/KESWS, IDF and import permit processing, KEBS PVOC and HS code classification.
  • Working knowledge of SAP and KISIM certification.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving and time management skills, with clear written and verbal communication.
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  • Method of Application
  • Send CV and Cover Letter to
  • careers@dawalifesciences.com
  • by Wednesday, 19th August 2026
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Responsibilities

  • Prepare and submit IDF and import permit applications, and process import documentation end to end.
  • Build, update and circulate the weekly shipment schedule and daily IDF/IMP progress reports.
  • Follow up with suppliers, shipping lines and freight forwarders on consolidations and container bookings.
  • Manage PVOC applications with KEBS and ensure correct HS code classification.
  • Coordinate C&F agents so all clearance documents are lodged before the vessel arrives.
  • Arrange marine cargo insurance cover and issue it to agents.
  • Track clearing, container loading and delivery, and circulate pre-arrival packing lists to the warehouse.
  • Process agent advance payments, update payment schedules and share TT copies and references.
  • Reconcile agent invoices, hand over for costing, and keep the manual and digital filing system audit-ready.
  • Request and circulate monthly air and sea freight rates from shipping lines.
  • Qualifications and
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