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• Provide technical input and assist in
  monitoring, assessing and reporting on implementation of regional customs
  policies, strategies and plans on harmonisation of Customs systems and
  procedures based on the international standards and conventions;
• Make technical proposals on harmonization and
  simplifications of customs procedures and documentation to facilitate
  speedy clearance of goods in Customs;
• Offer support in the review and updating of
  Customs procedures in line with WCO and WTO Agreements and
  recommendations;
• Provide interpretation under the supervision
  of the Head of the Department on implementation of the EAC Customs Laws;
• Render support in the identification of
  implementation gaps of the customs union and propose redress mechanisms
  for consideration and adoption;
• Proof read, edit and make a follow up on the
  publications of EAC Customs documentation and instruments;
• In charge of coordinating the development and
  implementation of computerization and interfacing of customs operations in
  the Partner States;
• Carry out research and make reports on areas
  relating to Customs procedures and trade facilitation in EAC;
• Analyse and provide guidelines on
  international trends related to Customs procedures and application;
• Disseminate customs integrity programmes and
  implementation of a model code of conduct for Customs administrations;
• Design draft management instruments for
  identification and elimination of customs related NTBs
• Propose and design standards and monitoring
  and evaluation tools of customs systems;
• Provide technical input in the development
  manuals and evaluate implementation of quality assurance in Customs
  service delivery;
• Provide technical input in the development
  and harmonisation of the EAC Customs training curriculum;
• Partake in the training in customs officers
  and agents in liaison with Partner States Customs administrations;
• Disseminate information and sensitisation
  materials to stakeholders and other target groups;
• Facilitate technical committee meeting and
  assist in the preparation of progress and annual reports.

• The ideal candidate for the East African
  Community Customs Officer (Procedures & Facilitation) job vacancy must
  hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Commerce, Business Administration,
  Law or an equivalent degree from a recognised University/Institution.
• Specialized training in Customs is a must.
• At least five years 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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