A.P. Moller – Maersk is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Project Coordinator A&R – EAA in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The role offers an opportunity for a logistics professional to support project cargo operations, coordinate shipments, manage customer relationships, and ensure efficient execution of transportation activities.
Job Overview
Company: A.P. Moller – Maersk
Position: Project Coordinator A&R – EAA
Department: Maersk Project Logistics (MPL) / Operations
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: MPL Operations Manager
Application Deadline: 28 August 2026
About the Role
The Project Coordinator will oversee the operational execution of assigned customer shipments within Maersk Project Logistics. The role involves coordinating the shipment lifecycle from file creation through final closure while ensuring that customer requirements, quality standards, safety requirements, environmental standards, and applicable regulations are followed.
The successful candidate should be highly organized, solution-oriented, and capable of coordinating multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities
The Project Coordinator will be responsible for the following:
Operational Execution
- Manage customer shipments from file creation through final closure.
- Carry out daily EDI updates and maintain accurate operational information.
- Process SO/PO requirements.
- Coordinate inland delivery activities.
- Ensure shipment information and documentation are properly maintained in operational systems.
- Follow up on operational activities to ensure timely execution.
Customer Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts.
- Understand customer supply chain requirements and operational priorities.
- Maintain effective communication with customers throughout the shipment process.
- Provide proactive solutions to customer requirements and operational challenges.
- Ensure customer expectations are properly aligned with operational execution.
Shipment Tracking and Deviation Management
- Proactively track shipments throughout the transportation process.
- Identify potential delays and deviations from agreed transport plans.
- Notify customers of relevant shipment deviations.
- Recommend appropriate contingency solutions when operational problems arise.
Supplier and Logistics Coordination
- Coordinate with external suppliers and logistics partners.
- Support the preparation and implementation of transportation plans.
- Ensure Customer Service Instructions (CSI) are properly followed.
- Maintain effective coordination between customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
Compliance and Operational Optimization
- Ensure operations comply with applicable local regulations and company requirements.
- Follow Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) standards.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
- Support standardization of operational processes.
- Contribute to cost optimization and effective resource utilization.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience in logistics operational execution, freight forwarding, or project transport coordination.
- Sound knowledge of Tanzanian import, export, and transport regulations.
- Strong stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
- An execution-focused approach to work.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic team environment.
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is particularly suitable for logistics, supply chain, freight forwarding, and project transportation professionals with at least two years of relevant experience.
Candidates who understand the Tanzanian logistics and regulatory environment and can effectively coordinate customers, suppliers, transport providers, and internal teams are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications online through the official Maersk Careers Portal.
Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates their relevant logistics, freight forwarding, project coordination, customer management, and regulatory experience.
Application Deadline
The closing date for this position is 28 August 2026.
Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline and ensure that all information provided during the application process is accurate and up to date.
