Customs Declaration Officer
Job Summary
The Customs Declaration Officer is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely preparation, submission, and coordination of customs declarations for the import and export of goods. This role ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and procedures related to international trade and customs operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and submit accurate customs declarations in accordance with local and international customs laws and regulations.
- Verify documentation such as invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and transport documents.
- Classify goods using appropriate Harmonized System (HS) codes and apply correct duties, taxes, and exemptions.
- Liaise with customs authorities, freight forwarders, brokers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate smooth clearance processes.
- Monitor and resolve issues related to customs holds, inspections, or queries.
- Maintain accurate records of all customs documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
- Keep up to date with changes in customs legislation and international trade requirements.
- Support the development and implementation of internal compliance procedures.
- Assist with audits and internal investigations related to trade compliance.
Qualifications and Skills
- College or Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum [3-5] years of experience in customs clearance, logistics, or trade compliance.
- Strong knowledge of customs regulations, tariff classification, and valuation methods.
- Proficiency in customs declaration software and electronic data interchange (EDI) platforms.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Certification in customs compliance or international trade (e.g., Certified Customs Specialist, ICC Academy certifications) is a plus.
- Department
- Procurement & Logistics
- Locations
- Dar es Salaam
About ITM Tanzania Limited
ITM Tanzania is a leading and comprehensive Human Capital Development and Business Solutions Company. Our team of highly qualified, competent, and experienced experts offers services and 360 support to reaching your organization's objectives at the expected timeline.
The company was incorporated under the United Republic of Tanzania's laws in 2018 to represent ITM SARL's vision, mission, and core values.
We are dedicated to providing our clients with top-notch and comprehensive services from outsourcing, recruitment, placement, talent acquisition and nurturing professional training and capacity building, and human resource advisory to industry solution services. We have extensive local knowledge with a participative global perspective to generate lasting value that meet and exceed the demand of our clients and the ever-growing competitive market.
ITM Tanzania was established to provide tailored solutions to our clients and assist them in solving their operational problems in a sustainable, efficient, and effective way.
Customs Declaration Officer
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