Declarations officer
2025-07-21T13:28:38+00:00
RI Distributors Limited
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Plot 1026, Kyaggwe Road, Namanve - Nantabulirwa Ward, Goma
kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Logistics
Transportation & Logistics
2025-07-31T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
8
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to coordinate all cargo Operations in a timely and cost-efficient manner for and on behalf of the Company.
Specific Responsibilities
• Ensure zero cargo delays orchestrated by the company.
• 100% document check and management for all files.
• Safe delivery of 100% of all cargo assigned to DTL/RID.
• Timely clearance of cargo at ports, borders, airports and ICDs
Ensure zero extra charges to the company like port storage, demurrage, and double handling charges.
• Accuracy and timely submission of tax worksheets.
• Ensure 10% savings on Operational Costs.
• Ensure accurate entries into Customs systems.
• Ensure no penalties from customs or other cross-border regulatory authorities.
• Ensure no tariff abuses.
• Ensure no more than 2 transit out standings per month.
• Ensure the smooth coordination with other stakeholders like customs, port authorities, cargo handlers, carriers and agents.
• Manage the company’s relationship with revenue authorities and other cross-border regulatory authorities.
• Ensure adherence to QHSSE requirements while running the operations of the company.
• Advise clients on border processes and document requirements for smooth customs clearance.
Education and Experience
• A Degree in Clearing and Forwarding Practice or Logistics and Supply Chain is a desirable
• EACFFPC is Desirable.
• At least 3 years of progressive working experience in a similar managerial role.
• Computer Literacy (Windows, MS Office) is required. Personal Attributes
• Excellent communication skills. (Written, Verbal and Listening Skills)
• Efficiency, planning & good organizational skills
• Good Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good presentation and Interpersonal skills
Discretion when dealing with confidential information.
• Professional and ethical with absolute honesty.
• Able to manage a team.
• Integrity and a strong sense of responsibility
Ensure zero cargo delays orchestrated by the company. • 100% document check and management for all files. • Safe delivery of 100% of all cargo assigned to DTL/RID. • Timely clearance of cargo at ports, borders, airports and ICDs Ensure zero extra charges to the company like port storage, demurrage, and double handling charges. • Accuracy and timely submission of tax worksheets. • Ensure 10% savings on Operational Costs. • Ensure accurate entries into Customs systems. • Ensure no penalties from customs or other cross-border regulatory authorities. • Ensure no tariff abuses. • Ensure no more than 2 transit out standings per month. • Ensure the smooth coordination with other stakeholders like customs, port authorities, cargo handlers, carriers and agents. • Manage the company’s relationship with revenue authorities and other cross-border regulatory authorities. • Ensure adherence to QHSSE requirements while running the operations of the company. • Advise clients on border processes and document requirements for smooth customs clearance.
A Degree in Clearing and Forwarding Practice or Logistics and Supply Chain is a desirable • EACFFPC is Desirable. • At least 3 years of progressive working experience in a similar managerial role. • Computer Literacy (Windows, MS Office) is required. Personal Attributes • Excellent communication skills. (Written, Verbal and Listening Skills) • Efficiency, planning & good organizational skills • Good Analytical and problem-solving skills • Good presentation and Interpersonal skills
JOB-687e408685868
Vacancy title:
Declarations officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Logistics, Category: Transportation & Logistics]
Jobs at:
RI Distributors Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, July 31 2025
Duty Station:
Plot 1026, Kyaggwe Road, Namanve - Nantabulirwa Ward, Goma | kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, July 21 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to coordinate all cargo Operations in a timely and cost-efficient manner for and on behalf of the Company.
Specific Responsibilities
• Ensure zero cargo delays orchestrated by the company.
• 100% document check and management for all files.
• Safe delivery of 100% of all cargo assigned to DTL/RID.
• Timely clearance of cargo at ports, borders, airports and ICDs
Ensure zero extra charges to the company like port storage, demurrage, and double handling charges.
• Accuracy and timely submission of tax worksheets.
• Ensure 10% savings on Operational Costs.
• Ensure accurate entries into Customs systems.
• Ensure no penalties from customs or other cross-border regulatory authorities.
• Ensure no tariff abuses.
• Ensure no more than 2 transit out standings per month.
• Ensure the smooth coordination with other stakeholders like customs, port authorities, cargo handlers, carriers and agents.
• Manage the company’s relationship with revenue authorities and other cross-border regulatory authorities.
• Ensure adherence to QHSSE requirements while running the operations of the company.
• Advise clients on border processes and document requirements for smooth customs clearance.
Education and Experience
• A Degree in Clearing and Forwarding Practice or Logistics and Supply Chain is a desirable
• EACFFPC is Desirable.
• At least 3 years of progressive working experience in a similar managerial role.
• Computer Literacy (Windows, MS Office) is required. Personal Attributes
• Excellent communication skills. (Written, Verbal and Listening Skills)
• Efficiency, planning & good organizational skills
• Good Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good presentation and Interpersonal skills
Discretion when dealing with confidential information.
• Professional and ethical with absolute honesty.
• Able to manage a team.
• Integrity and a strong sense of responsibility
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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