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Officer-Customs Clearance
- Job Description and Requirements
- Responsible and accountable for obtaining proper documentation for all custom related activities.
- Responsible and accountable for maintaining all documentations like bill of entry and shipping bills etc
- Responsible and accountable to know and abide by all the Government guidelines.
- Responsible and accountable for being the main communication channel between the client and the Government
- Responsible and accountable for informing the client of any non-compliance with the law and advise the client about the right procedure.
- Responsible and accountable for drafting letters, applying for permissions to various bodies and individuals involved and to produce all authorization letters as and when asked for by the Government bodies.
- Responsible and accountable for gaining the approval from all principal authorities
- Responsible and accountable for maintaining transparency throughout the process, between the client and the Government and should adhere to all clauses set by law.
- Responsible for doing any other related logistics functions as requested or required
Competencies
- Good working knowledge of government regulations and procedures regarding shipping and customs clearance is required
- Thorough knowledge of process and procedures involved in operations activities
- Knowledge of principles and methods for moving goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in high paced, deadline-oriented environment
Education:
Diploma in Shipping/Logistics Management, Business or Public Administration is required.
Experience
5-7 years of relevant experience in customs and clearance, shipping or transportation field including one year having dealt with ministries, customs and port authorities independently