Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world—one that operates in more than 220 countries and territories and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969? At DHL Group, we connect people and improve lives by providing world-class logistics solutions. Our mission is simple yet powerful: Excellence. Simply Delivered.

DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group’s air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly customized end-to-end solutions to customers across a wide range of industries worldwide. As part of our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, we are seeking a dynamic Operational Financial Controller to join our Nairobi team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in driving operational and financial excellence while shaping the future of global logistics in one of the fastest-growing regions of the world.

Location: Nairobi, Nairobi Municipality, KenyaJob Type: Full-time, PermanentCompany: DHL Global Forwarding (Kenya) LimitedPosted Date: September 10, 2025

As an Operational Financial Controller, you will be a trusted advisor within our Nairobi operations. Your role will involve supporting commercial and operational teams to maximize profitability, ensure financial discipline, and deliver sustainable business growth. You will work closely with the Cluster Financial Controller and various business units to align operations with strategic objectives.

This is not just a finance role—it is about turning analysis into impactful action, ensuring that financial insights drive better decision-making, and helping DHL maintain its status as the global leader in logistics.

In this role, you will:

To succeed in this position, you should demonstrate the following capabilities:

At DHL, we aspire to be the undisputed leader in logistics. When people think of forwarding, we want them to think of DHL Global Forwarding (DGF)—because we offer:

Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the WorldOur Mission: Excellence. Simply DeliveredOur Purpose: Connecting People, Improving LivesOur Values: Respect & ResultsOur Goals: To be the Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice while Living Responsibility

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We value and respect diversity in all its forms. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of logistics? Join us in connecting people and improving lives.