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Finance and Grants Associate

Job description
OFFICE LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya, Africa
ZAM01
also negotiable in Lusaka, Zambia; or Arusha, Tanzania
YOUR POSITION WITH TNC
The Finance & Grants Associate provides specialized administrative, technical, and accounting support for finance/accounting-related services for The Nature Conservancy’s Africa Region
Essential Functions
The Finance & Grants Associate supports finance/accounting activities for The Nature Conservancy’s Africa Region. S/he administers and maintains finance/accounting activities in accordance with internal policies and procedures, donor and government requirements and best practices in financial management.
Specific Responsibilities May Include

Specifically, this position provides a wide range of administrative and finance-related support to the Grants Specialists which may include maintaining database systems, handling inquiries about grant and financial activities, reviewing expenses recorded to the financial system, and responding to internal requests for information or guidance. The Finance & Grants Associate is responsible for efficient and timely action on administrative matters and may communicate on behalf of the supervisor or Grants Specialist with internal and external sources, including staff, partners, and donors.
Administrative Support

Set up and maintenance of award master files,
Coordinating deliverables, timelines, and due dates on public or private-funded projects,
Drafting correspondence and securing internal approvals,
Maintaining tracking systems for grants and grantees, and
Drafting outgoing grant agreements and contracts for services.
Provide support to partners to help them improve their financial and compliance capacities

Finance and Accounting

Assisting with set-up of budgets and assignment of costs in the central finance system,
Monitoring income and expense budgets,
Assisting in the production of financial reports and invoices,
Reconciling financial entries,
Reviewing internal and partner financial reports,
Preparing journal entries and other financial transactions, and
Communicating financial information to project staff.

Responsibilities And Scope
Level of Responsibility:
Within The Scope Of The Position, The Finance & Grants Associate Will

This is a junior position and duties are performed under general supervision and established guidelines.
Ensure TNC policies and procedures, financial standards and legal requirements are met.
Reinforce consistency in the organization’s policies and procedures and provide support related to finance, accounting and grants administration.
Prioritize tasks in the absence of specific instructions and make day-to-day decisions within the scope of work assignments; duties are performed according to instructions or established practices and supervisor will resolve any problems or questions.
Demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years’ related experience OR Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and 4 years’ related experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with basic principles of accounting/finance.
Experience using automated and electronic accounting systems.
Experience organizing time and managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Degree or certificate in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
Strong organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
Experience with GAAP and fund accounting principles, practices and regulations.
Working knowledge of grants accounting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Experience working with databases.
Multi-lingual skills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.

October 23, 2024
Baseline Survey Field Enumerators

Job Description
Responsibilities

Participate in the training workshop for five (5) days in Kisumu
Dedicated 1 enumerator collect to upstream/downstream business interviews and 11 to undertake HH surveys
Collect at least two (2) questionnaires per day
Interviews to take about 2-3 hours per day
Support in the search for suitable participants for the focus group discussions
Assist in identifying and setting up simple meeting points for the FGD meetings on the local level
Accurately capture and record data from the HH’s survey
Follow clear standards set as per the interviewer’s guideline handbook and comply with all the requirements necessary for conducting a successful interviews
Perform other tasks and duties assigned for the successful implementation of the study
Spend 100% of the time in the field together with the coordination team
Ensure adherence to the Code of Conduct for Enumerators

Specific outputs/results

11HH questionnaires submitted per day
1 upstream and downstream business questionnaire submitted per day
A total of 500HH collected and submitted at the end of the assignment
Daily and weekly update briefs to the Supervisors

Requirements

Advanced level certificate (university education desired)
Strong data collection and data analysis skills
Computer/mobile application experience
Ability to work independently as well as an effective team player
Previous experience with survey-based work as an enumerator an advantage
Kenyan national with proficiency in English and Kiswahili, both written and spoken, and local languages in the targeted counties.
Resident of either Siaya, Bungoma, Kakamega and Vihiga would be an added advantage

October 23, 2024
Chief of Party – Kenya Health Financing Officer

Job description
Project Overview And Role
Palladium seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for the anticipated USAID “Strengthening Agriculture and Regional Resilience (STARR)” activity that spans across all East African Community (EAC) countries (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda), and additional countries in East Africa (Zambia, Somalia, Sudan, Djibouti and Ethiopia). The STARR activity will promote increased agricultural production, investment, trade and resilience to shocks and stresses in the East Africa region by addressing agricultural issues that can mainly be solved on a regional basis. STARR’s interventions will be directed through four interrelated project component areas: 1) strengthening cross-border agriculture trade and value chains, 2) improved regional agricultural inputs, 3) strengthening resilience, and 4) strengthening the regional policy environment.
Purpose of Position
The COP will be responsible for the technical and administrative excellence of the activity. S/he will report to Palladium’s Home Office Project Director, and will serve as the primary contact for USAID.
Responsibilities

Lead technical direction and strategy development for implementation of the project (including drafting project work plans), and ensure an integrated vision across components and partners.
Ensure overall quality and cost effectiveness, and establish and maintain robust and adaptive knowledge management and M&E systems.
Ensure effective use of resources, on-time delivery of project activity reports and partner deliverables, and overall compliance with USAID regulations and Palladium policies and procedures.
Work with staff to recruit, hire and manage staff and consultants as needed to carry out activities.
Work in partnership with Home Office Project Director, engaging in frequent, routine communication so that the home office is aware of both progress and potential issues, and solicit assistance and input as needed to ensure that performance meets or exceeds technical and financial contractual requirements.
Manage subcontractors, both international and local, to ensure that their performance meets or exceeds technical and financial contractual requirements.
Serve as the key liaison between USAID, host-country counterparts, project partners, and Palladium.
Support implementation of Palladium’s security protocols and provide leadership in handling security-related issues. Address local staffing and personnel issues related to security.

Requirements

Master’s Degree or higher in economics, food security, regional trade, international development, agriculture, business, or in a closely related field is required.
A minimum of 12 years of experience working in international development, at least eight years of which have been spent in COP or Team Lead positions, preferably on contracts of similar size, scope, and complexity, dealing with agriculture, regional trade, resiliency, and economic growth.
Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: agriculture, value chain development, market linkages, agriculture/rural finance, business enabling environments for agriculture/livestock, cross-border trade, or resilience.
Experience establishing and strengthening productive and collaborative relationships with government counterparts, local organizations, private sector, and other donor organizations.
Experience working for large donor organizations such as USAID required; knowledge of USAID contract management, policies, procedures, regulations and reporting requirements strongly preferred.
Strong leadership, program, organizational management and oral and written communication skills.
Prior work in the East Africa region is highly desirable, including work on programs focused on cross-border trade in the EAC region.
Fluency in English is required; knowledge of a local East African language would be an asset.

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October 23, 2024
Operations Analyst

Job descriptionUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Reporting to the Deputy Country Director, the Operations Analyst serves as a member of the senior management team, with oversight responsibilities for all aspects of the Kenya CO operations, this includes strategic financial and human resources management, efficient procurement and logistical services, security management, information and communications technology (ICT) and common services consistent with UN Women rules and regulations. The Operations Analyst additionally serves as a key advisor to the Country Representative on matters of organizational integrity with the aim of ensuring: (i) compliance with UN Women policies and regulations; (ii) effective systems to support programme delivery and growth; (iii) accountability to organizational values and principles; and (iv) an enabling workplace environment in which staff potential is maximized.The Operations Analyst leads and guides the Country Office Operations Team and fosters collaboration within the team, with programme staff and with other UN Agencies and a client-oriented approach. The Operations Analyst works in close collaboration with programme teams in the Office, providing close guidance to programme staff who perform adjunct operations functions, ensuring that such staff are knowledgeable of rules and procedures governing programme finances, donor reporting, and personnel. She/he also works in collaboration with operations staff in other UN Agencies.
Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate the operations in the Country Office (CO) in accordance with UN Women rules and regulations and policies and strategies
Provide professional expertise and technical support to the Country Representative on operational issues;
Draft the annual workplan for the Operations Team and oversee its implementation and monitoring;
Participate in review meetings and provide technical support to the assessment of the managerial and operational capacities of implementing partners in collaboration with the programme and technical team;
Guide and implement business process mapping and the establishment of internal standard operating procedures in all areas of the Operations Team’s functions;
Implement corporate, budget, financial, procurement, and HR policies and systems and identify training for staff and project personnel on these issues;
Ensure a continuous flow of information between the Country Office and Regional Office/HQ;
Oversee all operations activities, including finance, human resources, procurement, transport, IT, security, administration and ensure they follow UN Women rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
Supervisor operations staff: Finalize performance plans and evaluation standards; conduct performance assessments, provide feedback and coaching.
Coordinate the planning, expenditure tracking and auditing of financial resources in accordance with UN Women rules and regulations and policies and strategies
Provide professional expertise and technical support to the management of office and programme financial resources;
Exercise proper financial controls;
Report locally and to HQ in a timely manner on established structures; seek advice from RO when deviations may be necessary;
Review and take corrective action as appropriate on audit findings;
Perform Manager Level 1 role in ATLAS for voucher and PO approvals.
Provide Human Resources services
Coordinate and facilitate recruitment processes and contract management; liaise with the HQ and service providers as necessary.
Oversee procurement processes
Manage the provision of goods and services for the CO and projects following established corporate procedures regarding sub-contract review and awarding of contracts, evaluate for cost effectiveness and manage the negotiations in connection with eventual agreements;
Provide professional recommendations to the preparation of procurement plans;
Ensure proper inventory control of assets and liabilities.
Coordinate information and communications technology (ICT) management
Oversee the implementation of ICT systems;
Make professional recommendations and introduce new ICT systems which affect the productivity of the overall office staff performance.
Serve as the focal point for security issues and ensure safety and security of staff
Brief supervisor and staff on security matters and disseminate relevant information as advised by UNDSS, brief UN Women visitors on security;
Ensure full compliance with MOSS and MORSS procedures on security of staff and office premises;
Provide professional recommendations to the Business Continuity Plan for the Country Office as necessary;
Liaise with HQ-based Security Advisor or his/her designated staff member on all security matters.
Participate in inter-agency activities
Participate in inter-agency meetings and working groups to ensure UN Women’s interests are reflected in common system activities related to common services and premises, cost recovery and cost sharing arrangements, privileges and immunities, entitlements and salary surveys, security etc;
Liaise with UNDP and other UN agencies on operational issues, activities, and collaboration.
Contribute to knowledge sharing between the CO and RO
Ensure knowledge is shared and adequately applied between the Country Office and other COs/MCOs in the region.

Key performance Indicators

All services are provided in compliance with UN Women rules, regulations and policies;
Finances are properly identified and in a timely manner;
Timely and accurate implementation of HR and procurement contracts;
Office has a reliable ICT infrastructure environment;
Safety and security systems are functioning effectively.

Competencies

Core Values
Respect for Diversity
Integrity
Professionalism

Core Competencies

Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
Accountability
Creative Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Inclusive Collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement
Leading by Example

Functional Competencies

Good knowledge of operation, finance, procurement, human resources, ICT, and security systems and processes, particularly in the UN system is an asset;
Ability to provide advice and support;
Ability to contribute to the formulation and monitoring of management projects;
Ability to handle confidential information;
Negotiating skills;
Good IT skills.

Required Skills And Experience

Master’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, HR, or related field is required.
At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience at the national or international level, in office management, operations or finance;
Experience leading a team is an asset;
Experience in working in a computer environment using multiple office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems and ERP systems, preferably PeopleSoft;
Experience of accrual accounting, IPSAS or IFRS is an asset;
Professional background in programming/ projects management is an asset.

Language Requirements

Fluency in English is required;
Knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

October 23, 2024
Information Systems Senior Auditor

Reports To: Internal Audit & Compliance Manager
The purpose of this role is to conduct information systems audits on Tuskys’ systems covering information technology security, infrastructure, database functions / processes and the technology applications that support business functions including branches.
The systems internal audit activities involve analyzing risks and controls, recommending process and control improvements, and providing reports summarizing audit activity on all Information Technology parameters to ensure appropriate security controls are in place to protect the Company’s assets from ICT related risks.
The Information Systems Auditor must effectively interface with the other auditors and management, as well as participate in all Audit initiatives and activities.
Key Responsibilities

Conduct information systems audit assignments including planning, development of audit testing and evaluation programs, execution, and reporting of audit results under the direction of the Internal Audit & Compliance Manager.
Conduct continuous risk assessment of the information technology environment including general system controls, infrastructure controls, system security controls, application controls, backup and disaster recovery, and system maintenance to ensure consistency in achieving compliance with internal policies.
Investigate suspected and actual information system security incidents including technology driven frauds and produce reports with recommendations and ensure any remedial action is taken.
Perform annual vulnerability assessments and oversee third party penetration testing and resolve all issues identified by vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
Support the other auditors in the department in identifying high level information system risks, as well as designing and building automation tools for use by the internal audit & Compliance department.
Participate in projects related to the implementation of new technologies and business applications by offering risk and control consulting and advice to Management and appraising the economy and efficiency of how Information Technology resources are employed in the company.
Conduct operational, compliance, financial and investigative audits, as assigned and train other audit staff in the use of computerized audit techniques, and in developing methods for review and analysis of computerized information systems.

Competence Requirements

Technical skills to effectively perform IS audit activities/tasks in a manner that consistently achieves established quality standards.
Strong understanding of internal auditing standards as issued by the IIA and ISACA in respect of audit, internal control, risk and governance principles.
Able to integrate understanding of retail industry trends and vulnerabilities to identify future possibilities, opportunities and risks.
Knowledge and application of modern IS security management practices in retail services industry to proactively review and recommend security quality improvements in line with technological changes.
Performance management to optimize personal productivity and able to work both independently or in a team setting.
Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate audit results to departmental heads and other stakeholders and ability to identify solutions that effectively address business and control needs

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferably in Information Systems Management (Computer Science), Business Administration or related fields.
Be a qualified Certified Information Systems Auditor. Relevant certifications in information security knowledge areas, such as Information Systems Audit, Information Security Management and Ethical Hacking.
5 years of information system audit experience – conducting information systems audits in a retail sector or other related sectors would be highly desirable.
Experience of working in a busy IT function will be an advantage.

October 23, 2024
Engineering Manager Retail Manager LPG Manager

Job Description
Job Purpose
Reporting to the General Manager, Downstream Operations, the ideal candidate will take overall charge of planning, developing and implementation of efficient engineering services to effectively support corporate initiatives.
Key Responsibilities And Tasks

Carrying out strategic reviews and aligning business plans in order to translate the company strategy into medium and short term implementation plans and objectives;
Approving Bill of Quantities (BQ) for tendering purposes for works;
Providing leadership and ensure efficient and effective utilization of resources in the department;
Designing and implementing maintenance strategies;
Ensuring that the business gets optimal value for services offered by third parties;
Ensuring that all projects are carried out within the given timelines and in accordance with the Terms of Reference/Bill of Quantities;
Ensuring legal compliance in all operational activities and adherence to the company’s policies and standards;
Employing adequate maintenance and repair programs to optimize assets/facilities availability and productivity across the Organization;
Providing projects engineering support for new facilities and upgrades;
Overseeing and supervising the administration of all maintenance contracts;
Mentoring and Coaching staff; and
Preparing and monitoring the departmental budget;

Academic Qualifications

Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK);

Experience

At least 10 years’ experience in engineering, 5 years of which must be at management level;
Intellectual leadership in managing people, operations and financial resources;
Ability to think strategically and design long term plans;
Organization and coordination skills;
Good communication skills both written and oral;
Good negotiation skills;
Analytical skills; and
Interpersonal skills.

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October 23, 2024
Litigation Advocate

Job Description
Are you an aggressive Litigation Advocate who is confident, ambitious, resourceful and good with legal matters? Are you interested in being part of a team focused towards transforming the legal sector in Kenya and beyond the East African region? If so, then this is the job you are looking for.
Our client would like to fill the position of a Litigation Advocate who will be reporting to the Managing Partner.
Purpose Statement of the Position
Responsible for handling a variety of complex assigned legal matters within the department. Applies subject matter knowledge; requires capacity to understand specific needs or requirements to apply skills/knowledge. May provide functional advice or training to less experienced advocates.
Duties and Responsibilities
Litigation:

Drafting and reviewing of litigation documents including pleadings, notices, affidavits & correspondence;
Furnishing legal opinions and advice on any areas of the law arising in civil & commercial litigation
Consultations with clients and counsel
Reviewing new legislations
Attending court at the High Court and Magistrate’s Court
Conducting negotiations with a view to settling potentially litigious matters
Conducting the administration of an attorney’s practice, including file management and electronic time-keeping

Drafting Ability:

Draw up contracts and other legal documents ensuring attention to detail

Case & Transaction management:

To be able to demonstrate that they are technically very able across a sufficiently wide area, able to work without significant supervision and have developed a particular strength and reputation in their work area.
To be able to show a track record of achieving their fee targets and time targets and that the targets are appropriate for their position and level of qualification.

Advocacy Skills:

To provide a high quality legal service to all clients.
Offering advice on the law, legal procedures and a wide range of associated issues
Research on diverse range of assigned issues, documents and case history to ensure accuracy of advice and procedures
Keeping up-to-date with changes in the law

Client care & Practice support:

Receive requests for legal advice from current and potential clients and deciding on the most appropriate responses to make to these requests.
To develop and maintain good client relationship skills, gaining clients’ confidence and that of other professionals

Business Development:

To be strategic and commercially aware and be fully familiar with the firm’s current strategy. Be able to have knowledgeable discussion about the market the firm operates in, the threats and opportunities the department faces and the future plans for the Department and their role in those plans.
Attract additional business from new and existing clients.

Professional Development:

To have a clear understanding of what it would take to develop a career to the next level.
Attend internal training and external training as and when required.
Maintain high standards of professional conduct while generating adequate practice income, ensuring that the fees earned
sufficiently exceed total costs and expenses incurred.

Reliability:

Proven track record of effectively delegating work to other members of the department and supervising the work effectively.
Successfully be in charge of a matter that involves other departments.

Dedication to the firm:

Participate in team meetings
Ability to identify projects and use their initiative to get them up and running.

Minimum Requirements

LLB Degree from a recognised University
Must hold the most current Practising Certificate as an Advocate of the High court of Kenya.
A minimum of 5 years’ work experience in a busy Litigation department preferably with a top tier law firm is highly desirable.
Experience in handling defamation cases is highly desirable.
A successful track record in Civil & Commercial litigation will be an added advantage.

Competencies and Skills required

Broad base of legal practice experience
Excellent communication, presentation, research & analytical skills.
Demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills
Developed interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively and work diplomatically with clients and individuals at all levels across the Firm
Ability to foster positive relationships with all individuals across the Firm
Must have high moral integrity and character
Highly organized and good time management skills
PC and other relevant technology competencies (e.g., Microsoft applications)
Focused on performance and results
Poised to work under pressure with very little supervision
Focused and inquisitive learner, proactively pursues opportunities to build expertise and skills
Desire and ability to learn from and confer on an ongoing basis with other Advocates of the Firm when the handling matters with a view to continuously developing professional knowledge and expertise;
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and focus

October 23, 2024
Assistant Matron

Kenton College Preparatory School is inviting applications for the following position:
The ideal candidate will assist the School Matron in providing pastoral care to the children during school days, including but not limited to the following responsibilities;
Roles & Responsibilities

Pupils supervision and care
Carry out minor repairs children’s clothes
Issue of new uniform; forwarding billing information to Accounts office
In charge of lost property inventories and returns
Distribution of correspondence to parents and/or children
Remain in attendance and on site until the last pupil has been collected at the end of every school day
Stand in for the Doctor when she is away

Qualities & Experience

Experience of working with children in a school environment is desirable
Seamstress skills; able to carry out minor repairs to clothes
Warm, caring and nurturing nature
Flexible in approach to all work undertaken; be able to multi task

Qualifications

Relevant First Aid qualifications
Minimum Diploma in Childhood Care & Education, or Nursing Diploma

October 23, 2024
Assistant Ecde Teacher HR Assistant Director Coordinator Service Delivery Driver III Administrative Officer ICT Coordinator Protocol Officer Head of Protocol Driver II

Salary Scale: Kshs 15,620.00 to Kshs 19,160.00
Job Description

Class teaching;
Organizing and facilitating play/learning activities for the learners;
Caring and nurturing spiritual, moral, social, mental, physical, aesthetic and emotional growth of the learners (holistic development);
Managing ECDE classes and keeping professional and administrative records (Schemes of work, lesson plans, daily programme of activities, attendance registers etc.) and ensuring learners’ safety and security; and
Preparing and developing play/learning materials.

Job Qualifications

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade D+(Plus) or KCE division IV at ‘O’ Level;
Certificate in Early Childhood Development Education offered by KNEC/Ministry of Education or its approved equivalent;
A certificate in Computer proficiency;
Registered by the Teachers Service Commission; and
Certificate of Good Conduct.

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October 23, 2024
Operations Clerk

Job Description

Prepares and scrutinises all the paperwork in the Customs and Our Operations files making sure that files and full and complete before the approval /passing of entries. And that the documents are adequate to perform customs clearance smoothly.
Releases Delivery Orders from the various shipping lines and any other carriers.
Makes sure to promptly process all documents through customs and the other stake holders involved in the clearance of cargo from the Airport, Port, etc.
Co-ordination of Airfreight, Sea freight, Road, Transit and local loading for Nairobi, Mombasa, upcountry, border stations and beyond.
Responsible for all document processing in Nairobi including file opening, customs entries, CFS entry lodging and processing, Gate pass preparation, etc.
Ensuring compliance with all governments, other stakeholders and Customs regulations.
Maintaining proper records in operations and customs files.

Responsibilities

Opening of all job files for Airfreight, Sea freight Imports and Export jobs as well as Road Service activities undertaken by the company.
Making follow ups for arrival of shipments and informing the Operations/ Declaration Officer of the same.
Coordination of documentation with both customs and other relevant parties who include and are not limited to CFS/KPA/ Port Health/ KEBS/ Banks / Shipping lines, GBHL etc.
Responsible for collection of shipping line Invoices and processing of the Delivery Order.
Ensuring all shipments are released with customs within 24 hours of lodging the files with customs and as per the standard level agreements (SLA)
Monitor clearance of local, transit and transshipment cargo to make sure cleared within the free period. Follow up till delivery and make sure Invoice done by submitting all the disbursements and costing immediately shipments depart Mombasa for final delivery.
Making sure to update the Operations / Declaration Officer on a daily basis and as demanded from time to time.
Handling all contact with Customs and other stakeholders and informing Management on any difficult situations for intervention.
Ensuring that all statutory laws governing cargo clearance as stipulated in the government acts are strictly adhered to.

Key Performance Areas

Ensure SOPs in place for all products undertaken and adhered to.
Ensuring all cargo cleared within the shortest period and storage free where documents provided in advance.
Ensure no offence from customs due to wrong handling of shipments and staff mistakes.
Making sure that costs are kept to the lowest possible level so that Profit levels are maximized.

Key Skills

Full and Comprehensive Understanding of the clearance process for Import and Export cargo for local and transit service in airfreight, sea freight and road freight.
Basic understanding of the Customs ACT as well as EACCMA regulations.
Proper understanding of the Management of Bonds.
Strong attention to detail especially during lodgement of files as well as during verification of shipments.
Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills.
Ability to indulge third party stakeholders to the highest Authority in Customs, KEBS, Port/ CFSs/ Shipping lines, etc.

Qualifications

4-5 years’ experience in the clearance of cargo at the Airport, ICD, Port/ CFS/ Oil Terminal / GBHL, etc.
Diploma in Clearing & Forwarding is preferred
Previous handling and cancellation of bonds
East Africa Customs Freight Forwarding Practicing (EACFFPC) Certificate from KESRA

October 23, 2024