Job Title: Assistant – Tax & Logistics
Organisation: Schneider Electric
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Schneider Electric SE is a French multinational company that specializes in digital automation and energy management. It addresses homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure and industries, by combining energy technologies, real-time automation, software, and services.
Job Summary: This is a growth role for early careers (1 – 3 Years Experience) seeking a career-defining challenge in a fast and dynamic project environment. The Assistant – Tax and Logistics will function within the Procurement and Logistics team at Schneider Electric working on the EACOP Project and will be based out of Kampala, Uganda. They will support Tax, Logistics and Procurement topics.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Tax Regime on the EACOP Project
- In coordination with EACOP Company and Project Finance, coordinate implementation of VAT Exemption Regime to Local and International Procurement as well as to imports.
- Forecast Deliverables
- Identify and Communicate Challenges” Measurement, Tracking and Documentation
- Facilitate and Spearhead all Letters related to the Processes
- Interface with EACOP CPY, URA and Suppliers
- Logistics
- Ensure proper documentation for imports / exports and in regard to VAT and Duty Exemption
- Guide Global and Local Procurement Teams as to Processes and Procedures in relation to Customs Clearance, Warehousing, Taxes & Levies
- Implement Tracker for Logistics Costs Over-runs
- In-charge of Temporary Storage Facilities in Kampala and at Sites adherence to internal policies and operational standards.
- Procurement Support
- Close work coordination with Procurement Officer and Tax & Logistics colleagues
- Support Purchase Requisition and PO Processes
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Implement Tracker for Logistics Costs Over-runs
- Maintain fully structured Digital and Physical record of files and letters .
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- University Qualifications Preferred (Business, Tax and Logistics and Related Courses)
- Required Experience.
- At least 1 – 3 Years experience in a Professional Work Environment
- Customs Clearance, Logistics, Tax Coordination & Management
- Knowledge & skills
- Resilience: Emotional Intelligence; Workplace Maturity. Overcome Negative or Redirecting Feedback Quickly
- Growth Mindset: Agility, Capacity to take-up instruction, listen, learn and open to being guided. Quickly raises challenges encountered with Management for timely resolution
- Agile Mindset:
- Clarity in Tasks, Time Management and Prioritization
- Multitasking Skills Development: Sound ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.
- Digital Mindset: Digital Workplace Connection: Outlook, Teams, Co-pilot.
- Digital Skills: Can use Laptop Computers Effectively (with a mouse) and Proficient in
- Microsoft Packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Candidate to undergo tests to verify digital skills. Test results to be shared with SE
- Penchant for Detail and Accuracy in Task Execution and Reporting
- Self-Driven with a high level of professional and personal integrity
- Strong communication skills
How to Apply:
You can apply by submitting your cover letter and CV to eitssjobs@truenorthafrica.com with subject line Assistant – Tax & Logistics by 10th April 2026.
All applications shall be duly acknowledged as received, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 10th April 2026
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12