Job Title: Declarations Officer
Organisation: RI Distributors
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
RI Distributors Limited is a leading Transport and Logistics player with vast experience both in oil & gas and non-Oil & Gas fields across East Africa. Our experience spans over seven years of delivering quality to our clients within the region and our proven track record in meeting clients’ expectations has helped us experience an exponential growth in clientele. Our growth strategy is very much informed by our customer needs and is tailored to raising customer service level.
Job Summary: 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. Uganda job listings
Key Duties and 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.
Qualifications, Skills 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
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their updated CVs via Email to: [email protected]
Deadline: 31st July 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36