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• Offer technical input in guiding the
  implementation on Customs Tariff and Nomenclature;
• Carry out research on customs tariff,
  valuation and rules of origin;
• Make proposals and technical input in the
  review of the EAC tariff regimes based on the policy requirements and WCO
  updated versions of the harmonised description and coding system.
• Interpret developments on the Harmonized
  Commodity Description and Coding Systems (HS) and ensure the decisions of
  the WCO regarding classification of goods is promptly disseminated to the Partner
  States;
• Offer support in the development of
  strategies and plans on EAC tariff regime and valuation system consistent
  with WTO/WCO Agreements and Conventions;
• Collect and analyse customs data/ trade flows
  and participate in the development of EAC Trade Reports;
• Offer support in the development of systems
  for exchange of information on administrative rulings on classification
  and valuation of goods between Partner States Customs administration
• Keenly analyse and disseminate guidelines on
  international trends related to Customs Valuation (WTO/WCO) to Partner;
• Assist in the development Customs Valuation
  guidelines and maintain a master valuation database for reference
  purposes;
• Develop training and sensitization programmes
  and train/sensitise officials and stakeholders on customs valuation,
  classification and rules of origin;
• Develop and review user manuals on tariff,
  valuation and rules of origin;
• Offer support in the administration and
  implementation of EAC Rules of Origin in EAC including circulation of
  signatures, verification and investigation processes, arbitration and
  provision of technical input;
• Proof read, edit and make a follow up on the
  publications of EAC Customs tariff documents;
• Facilitate meetings related to Customs
  technical aspects on valuation, classification and Rules of origin;
• Assist in the necessary investigations,
  collections of information in collaboration with Partner States Revenue
  Authorities, on violations of rules of origin;
• Assist in the preparation of progress and
  annual reports.

• The ideal candidate for the East African
  Community Customs Officer (Tariff and Valuation) job vacancy must hold a Bachelor’s
  degree in Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Statistics,
  Information Technology, Law or an equivalent degree from a recognised
  University/Institution.
• Specialized training in Customs is a necessary
  requirement for this position.
• At least five years of relevant experience in
  Customs.
• Skills and Competencies: Proficiency in computer applications
  with hands-on skills in a Customs Computer system; Management skills,
  planning skills, negotiations skills, networking skills, research skills,
  supervisory skills, monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Age: Below 55 years

• Please submit your application either
  electronically or in hard copy but not both.
• Applications which do not: indicate
  nationality and age; the reference number; an application letter attached;
  have certified copies of their academic degrees and other professional certificates;
  or fail to provide three referees shall be disqualified.

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