Logistics Officer at IEC

November 12, 2026

INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION (IEC) LESOTHO

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

POSITION: LOGISTICS OFFICER

1. POSITION DETAILS

Department: Electoral Operations
Grade: G
Reports To: Manager Electoral Operations
Location: Maseru – Central Warehouse

2. JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Manager Electoral Operations, the Logistics Officer is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely sourcing, management, maintenance and distribution of registration and electoral materials and equipment.

3. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Planning logistics in support of electoral operations.
Assisting with the procurement and management of election materials and equipment.
Contributing towards policy development and implementation.
Contributing towards preparation of the budget for the division.
Overseeing the management, distribution and disposal of election materials and equipment.
Overseeing the development and implementation of systems for coordination of electoral materials.
Liaising with district warehouses on the status of inventory for election materials.

4. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Planning Logistics in Support of Elections

Consult with district and headquarters staff in the assessment of materials requirements.
Plan distribution methods, routes and storage, and liaise with the Operations Inspectorate on security issues.
In conjunction with staff, identify and determine the number and location of local registration and election centres.
Contribute to the development, preparation and maintenance of procedural advice and guidance manuals for use in headquarters and field operations.

B. Assist with the Procurement and Management of Election Materials and Equipment

Determine material volume requirements, sourcing and purchasing from suppliers.
Plan and determine material procurement costs.
Assist in liaising with suppliers and arranging the distribution of registration and ballot materials.
Contribute towards policy and practice development.
Contribute to the design and development of processes and procedures for logistics and warehouse management, and devise and suggest policy.

C. Oversee the Management, Distribution and Disposal of Election Materials and Equipment

Monitor and control election materials and equipment in the central warehouse and during transportation.
Ensure that district storekeepers undertake appropriate security checks and stock reconciliation.
Ensure that obsolete and damaged materials are accounted for and disposed of securely.

5. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate must possess one of the following:

Master’s degree in Public Administration or a subject related to Logistics Management.

Degree in Social Science or a subject related to Logistics Management, with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in logistics management at a supervisory level.

6. KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Computer literacy.
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
Planning, organising and supervisory skills.
Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Project planning.

7. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willingness to work outside normal working hours, including weekends and public holidays, during the electoral period.
Must be a citizen of Lesotho or legally eligible to work in Lesotho.
Must be a registered voter with the IEC.
Must not hold office in any political party and must maintain political neutrality at all times.

8. APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested candidates must submit their applications accompanied by the following:

Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) with details of three referees.
Copies of certified qualification certificates.
Academic transcripts.

Applications may be submitted through either of the following methods:

Option 1: Email Application

Send applications to:

Email: [email protected]

Subject Line: Logistics Officer

Option 2: Hand Delivery

Applications should be hand-delivered to IEC Headquarters (Registry) in a sealed envelope labelled:

The Director of Elections
Maseru West
Corner Maluti and Caledon Road
P.O. Box 12698
Maseru 100