Full Time
Nairobi, Kenya
Posted 3 weeks ago

Airflo Kenya

Airflo Kenya Hiring Now: HR Intern and Airfreight Executives – 3 Exciting Roles in Nairobi (Apply by April 2025)

ESSENTIAL JOB DETAILS

Position Titles:

HR Intern – Nairobi (6–9 Month Contract)
Airfreight Executive – Booking and Planning, and OKAM – Nairobi (Permanent)
Airfreight Executive – Line Flights – Nairobi (Permanent)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Type of Job: Full-Time (Internship and Permanent Roles)
Job Category: Human Resources, Aviation Logistics, Freight, Air Cargo Operations
Number of Positions: 3
Application Deadlines: Rolling until filled (early applications encouraged)
Hiring Company: Airflo Kenya – Fresh Without Limits
Application Links: Below

INTRODUCTION

Airflo Kenya, a leading provider of international temperature-controlled logistics for fresh produce, flowers, and perishable cargo, is expanding its dynamic Nairobi team. With a reputation for speed, precision, and freshness, Airflo connects global supply chains from farm to table—and from bouquet to celebration.

We are currently recruiting for three exciting positions based at our Nairobi hub:

A Human Resources Intern, ideal for recent HR graduates eager to gain practical experience.
Two Airfreight Executive roles for logistics professionals with a solid understanding of cargo booking, airline liaison, and shipment coordination.

If you’re looking to launch or accelerate your career in HR, air cargo operations, or logistics planning, these roles offer unmatched exposure within an internationally acclaimed logistics leader.

ABOUT AIRFLO KENYA

Airflo Kenya is a premier freight logistics provider specializing in international temperature-controlled transportation. Headquartered in Nairobi and part of the Dutch Flower Group (DFG), Airflo serves some of the world’s most demanding supply chains—including fresh flowers, fruits, vegetables, and pharmaceutical goods.

The company is known for its:

Precision in cold chain management
Seamless coordination across continents
Customer-focused operational excellence
Strategic airfreight and warehouse solutions

From its Nairobi logistics center, Airflo supports exports to Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. It combines modern technology with decades of logistical expertise, delivering freshness and reliability in every shipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Vacancy 1: HR Intern – Nairobi

Job Type: Internship | Duration: 6–9 Months | Work Level: Junior

Job Reference: HR0101

As a Human Resources Intern, you will support the Airflo HR team with administrative, compliance, and engagement activities across all HR subfunctions.

Your responsibilities will include:

Generating monthly HR reports and submitting them to the relevant internal authorities.
Assisting with the organization of employee events and engagement initiatives.
Supporting the implementation and monitoring of HR policies and procedures.
Providing administrative support in areas like recruitment, onboarding, disciplinary management, and performance reviews.
Auditing personnel files and maintaining the existing filing system in compliance with Data Protection Guidelines.
Updating internal databases with employee records, including contact details, employment forms, and contracts.
Assisting with logistics for internal meetings, interviews, and HR forums.
Collaborating with departmental teams to support cross-functional HR initiatives.

Vacancy 2: Airfreight Executive – Booking and Planning, and OKAM – Nairobi

Job Type: Permanent | Work Level: Junior

Job Reference: AIR0103

As an Airfreight Executive focusing on Booking, Planning, and OKAM (One Kenya Airfreight Management), you will be the critical link between Airflo’s clients, capacity planners, airline partners, and documentation teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

OKAM Duties:

Verifying forecasted cargo volumes and route preferences provided by shippers.
Advocating preferred routing for high-priority customers and maintaining contact with internal planning and operations teams.
Accurately registering bookings received via email or phone in the system and providing booking confirmations.
Creating shipment records for unbooked deliveries and communicating with forwarding (FWD) entities.
Monitoring flight statuses and shipment irregularities, and promptly updating stakeholders.
Communicating airline weight and size rules to clients, ensuring accurate chargeable weight compliance.
Conducting regular customer visits to address service issues, gather feedback, and introduce improvements.

Booking & Planning Duties:

Liaising with airlines regarding allocation and cargo space changes.
Ensuring that all booking changes are updated in the system and shared with OKAM, Airflo BV, and internal teams.
Preparing shipment records and verifying data accuracy.
Reporting daily KPIs and cargo tracking metrics.
Escalating urgent client issues or operational delays to senior planners or department heads.

Vacancy 3: Airfreight Executive – Line Flights – Nairobi

Job Type: Permanent | Work Level: Junior

Job Reference: AIR0102

As the Airfreight Executive for Line Flights, your role is centered around line-haul cargo operations, with a strong focus on airline relations, equipment logistics, and schedule coordination.

Key responsibilities:

Contacting line flight carriers for up-to-date rates, capacity, equipment availability, and schedules.
Coordinating with consignees and shippers about handling charges, equipment allocation, and timelines.
Monitoring operations for shipment delivery status, including plant health checks and quality control clearances.
Ensuring all cargo departs as booked, including checking ULD utilization and equipment matching.
Managing any changes in ETD/ETA and informing clients proactively.
Keeping up with airline cargo trends, new route developments, and regulatory changes.
Supporting documentation teams in ensuring shipment compliance and regulatory approvals.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

HR Intern – Nairobi

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management from a recognized university.
Demonstrated confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong organizational, multitasking, and administrative skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Willingness to learn and contribute to a dynamic HR team.

Airfreight Executive – Booking and Planning, and OKAM

KCSE Certificate with a C+ or higher.
A Diploma in Aviation Logistics, Cargo Handling, or a related commercial course (IATA Forwarding preferred).
At least 2 years of hands-on experience in airfreight booking, customer service, or cargo planning.
Knowledge of airline booking systems, cargo load planning, and shipment documentation.
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage complex shipment data and customer interactions.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight shipment deadlines.

Airfreight Executive – Line Flights

KCSE Certificate (minimum C+ grade).
Diploma in a relevant aviation, transport, or commercial course.
At least 2 years of work experience in cargo planning or airfreight operations.
Proven understanding of ULD handling, airline equipment, and cargo coordination.
Strong customer service orientation and proactive problem-solving skills.
Comfortable using cargo management systems and liaising with international stakeholders.

COMPANY CULTURE AND VALUES

At Airflo Kenya, our guiding mantra is Fresh Without Limits. We’re more than a logistics company — we’re partners in life’s most important deliveries. Our values include:

Speed with precision – We meet tight schedules without compromising accuracy.
Customer-centric innovation – We adapt and tailor our solutions.
Sustainability and care – We protect perishables, people, and the planet.
Excellence in teamwork – Every shipment is a team victory.
Ethical operations – We maintain high standards of integrity and compliance.

We invest in our people by offering continuous learning, cross-departmental collaboration, and meaningful responsibility at every level.

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must be submitted online through our official portal. Please ensure you attach:

A CV highlighting your experience and qualifications.
A brief cover letter outlining your interest in the specific role.
Certified copies of relevant academic and professional documents.

Apply through the respective links below:

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting is ongoing.

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