Job Description

• The Company has One (1) vacant position for: Declaration Officer under Clearing & Forwarding Department

DESCRIPTION OF ROLE

• The Declaration Officer will be responsible for supervision, collation of data and ensuring that timely and correct declaration of shipment through ICMS, TFP and Asycuda systems and up-to-date Bond management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow up of shipping line Manifests.
• Confirm all required documents are in the file to enable them to register the entry.
• Confirms manifest given by the shipping is ok and validated in the system to enable them to register the entry.
• To follow-up on manifest correction/amendment in case of description, weight and packages discrepancies.
• Attend to all queries in regard to declaration matters from KRA.
• Application of IDF and Other Permits on TFP
• Timely & correct lodging of entries and preparation of customs files
• Conversant with the customs rules and regulations for defense if disputes are raised.
• Confirmation of correct HS codes TI applicable on the goods under import
• Be conversant with all customs regimes e.g. Imports, Exports, Warehousing, Transshipment and Transit declaration.
• Be able to apply for customs bonds, management of Bond schedule, renewal and cancellations.
• Follow up on border documentation and clearance.
• Work in a manner that does not compromise your safety and the safety of other process stakeholders.
• Any other duties which may be delegated by the Line Manager from time to time.

REQUREMENTS   

• Have a diploma in clearing & forwarding from a recognized institution
• East African Customs Freight Forwarding Practicing Certificate Course (EACFFPC) and KESRA Certification
• Have more than 3 years’ experience in a similar capacity on a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented, well-organized and able to multi-task and work odd hours if required.
• Capable of working unsupervised
• KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
• Timely and Efficient completion of assigned work.
• Accuracy in Declaration