Declaration Officer

Job Purpose

The job holder shall ensure all necessary documentation, customs entry permits and customs entries and timely an accurately processed and handled for shipments while liaising with various stakeholders including customers, sales managers and government agencies to facilitate smooth customs clearance in compliance regulations.

Areas of Responsibility

1. Customers entries and IDFs application -ensure receipt and verification of all required documents and permits
2. Manifest follow up -follow up on air and sea manifests to ensure accuracy
3. Container nomination and communication- nominate containers before arrival at Mombasa port
4. Government permits applications -Register customs entries for all regimes
5. Customs operations -Tabulate customs charges and share estimates with internal and external stakeholders
6. Shipping line activities and documentation -Liaise with shipping lines for charges and delivery orders
7. Compliance -with ISO, Industry regulations
8. Data protection -comply with data protection policy

Education

1. Diploma in clearing & forwarding, KESRA Training with ICMs credentials.
2. Proven 5 years working experience as a declarant
3. Certified by KRA with ICMs credentials, Ken Trade Training

Job related skills, knowledge and experience

1. Proven experience in customs declarations
2. Knowledge of ICMs, customs regulations, and government permit application
3. Ability to work under minimum supervision
4. Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills
5. Proficiency in general computer skills
6. Attention to detail
7. Effective communication and conflict resolution skills