Latest Employment Opportunity at Coginta

May 5, 2026 11:10 am

Latest Employment Opportunity at Coginta

Coginta is seeking a Logistics Assistant to support an anticipated project focused on inclusive local development, climate security, and conflict prevention in Northern Ghana. If you hold a Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, bring at least five years of experience, and possess strong knowledge of procurement and inventory management, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to stability, peace, and socioeconomic development.

Why Coginta?

Coginta is a non political NGO recognized as being of public interest, specializing in judicial and security governance, conflict prevention, and social cohesion. Our objective is to support host governments in strengthening judicial and security institutions according to the rule of law while contributing to the prevention of violence, insecurity, and crime. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, Coginta operates national offices across nine African countries including Ghana. Since 2021, our Ghana office has implemented several initiatives in governance, security, and social cohesion nationwide. As a Logistics Assistant, you will join a team committed to ethical conduct, integrity, and collaboration in multicultural environments.

Your Mission

You will support Coginta’s logistics operations, ensuring efficient handling of supplies, equipment, fleet, and overall logistical processes. Your role sits at the center of timely and compliant support to project activities. Working under the supervision of the Finance and Administration Manager, you will coordinate supply chains, manage inventory, support vehicle fleet operations, and prepare regular reports. Your attention to detail and ability to work under pressure will directly enable project success.

Key Responsibilities

Your role spans supply chain coordination, inventory management, transportation, fleet management, compliance, and reporting. Here is what you will tackle:

Supply Chain & Procurement

You will support and monitor supply chain operations including procurement and delivery, ensuring materials arrive when needed.
Coordinating with suppliers, contractors, and service providers ensures timely and cost effective procurement.

Inventory & Asset Management

You will maintain accurate, up to date inventory records, keeping track of all supplies and equipment.
Conducting regular stock and asset audits ensures accountability and proper stock levels.

Transportation & Field Logistics

You will assist in planning and coordinating transportation of goods and materials to project sites.
Ensuring timely delivery of items to field locations keeps project activities on schedule.

Documentation & Reporting

You will prepare and maintain logistics related documentation including delivery notes, invoices, and procurement files.
Preparing regular reports on logistics activities for the Finance and Administration Manager keeps leadership informed.

Workshop & Mission Support

You will provide logistical support for workshops, field operations, and missions, handling everything from materials to transportation.

Fleet Management

You will support vehicle fleet management including scheduling maintenance and repairs.
Monitoring fuel consumption and ensuring proper use of vehicles controls costs and extends asset life.

Compliance & Coordination

You will ensure logistics operations comply with Coginta policies, donor requirements, and national regulations.
Collaborating closely with program, finance, and administrative staff ensures smooth coordination across departments.

What You Bring to the Role

Education & Experience

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least five years of proven experience in logistics, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably with an international NGO or donor funded project.
Demonstrated knowledge of donor funded project procedures gives you a strong asset.
Experience with vehicle fleet and asset management.

Technical Skills (Savoir faire)

Strong knowledge of procurement and logistics processes.
Ability to use project management and inventory management tools.
Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as logistics related software.
Excellent organizational and record keeping skills.
Strong communication and reporting abilities.

Personal & Interpersonal Skills (Savoir être)

Rigor, autonomy, and courtesy in all professional interactions.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills in multicultural environments.
Ethical conduct and integrity aligned with professional and organizational standards.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
Initiative, proactivity, and a problem solving attitude.
A strong sense of diplomacy and service orientation.

Why This Role Suits You

Meaningful Impact: Your logistics work will directly support projects in governance, security, and social cohesion across Northern Ghana.
Field Exposure: You will work in Bole with possible missions to field locations, experiencing real development work firsthand.
Professional Growth: You will gain experience with an international NGO operating across nine African countries.
Comprehensive Role: From procurement to fleet management to reporting, you will touch every aspect of logistics.

Key Details

Location: Bole, Ghana with possible field missions
Contract Duration: 12 months (fixed term)
Working Time: Full time (100%)
Direct Supervisor: Finance and Administration Manager
Start Date: Indicative date of May 2026 (pending project contractualization)

How to Apply for this Employment Opportunity at Coginta

If you possess the qualifications and drive to excel as a Logistics Assistant, we want to hear from you. Follow these steps to submit your application:

Prepare your updated Curriculum Vitae and a tailored Cover Letter.
Indicate Log Assistant Ghana in the subject line of your email.
Send your documents to: recruitments@coginta.org

Closing Date: 30th May 2026

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