Ports Operations Officer at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The Responsibilities:

• Processing documents, payments and claims through KPA for both import and export cargo;
• Follow up; local import charges and obtain delivery order, approved manifest number to allow timely lodging of import declaration and processing in KRA Simba system;
• Facilitate evacuation of incoming containers from Port and Customer Freight Station (CFS);
• Follow up release of cargo hold in KWATOS and KPA endorsement of cargo slip to enable handover of container for export;
• For transit goods, liaise with transporter to ensure electronic cargo tracking seal (ECTS) providers are aware of time and locations of container evacuation to allow engaging E-seal with Customs
• Follow up feedback for correspondences with customs authorities;
• Ensure the customs entry and shipping documents are received at the warehouse to allow receipt of cleared shipment into inventory;
• Hand over export documents to KPA export office to facilitate vessel planning and loading.

The Requirements

• Diploma in Clearing and Forwarding or shipping;
• East African Customs Freight Forwarding practicing certificate (KRATI);
• KRA Simba Trade X training;
• Minimum 5 years work experience in a similar field;
• Advanced Computer Skills;
• Excellent command of English;
• Valid driving license;

The Profile

• Good analytical skills;
• High sense of integrity
• Ability to work independently under pressure with minimal supervision;
• High degree of flexibility;
• Good negotiation and communications skills;
• Good interpersonal skills and able to work in a team;