The Ugandan Jobline

• Prepare export documentation for all
  exports from Uganda 
• Handle Microsoft Office and Asycuda with
  expertise and innovation with a bent towards problem solving; ability to
  edit documents in all sorts of format.
• The jobholder will present the above
  prepared documents for authorization and endorsement by the Export
  Manager.
• Ensure that all contracts are correctly
  executed, especially regarding quality, quantity, destination as well as
  shipping period / means for all commodities.
• The jobholder will also handle issues
  surrounding freight accidents or derailments, insurance claims, late
  shipments, quality claims and so on.
• Prepare and submit weekly buyer’s status
  reports and upon approval by the Export Manager, email the same to buyers.
  
• Provide support in the maintenance of an
  orderly, accurate and current filing system for export and related
  documents.
• Delivery of documents to forwarders as and
  when delegated by the Export Manager.
• Liaise and keep in touch with DHL and
  other couriers to ensure efficient and competitive service.
• Maintain good contacts with forwarders and
  customs, document issuing bodies to ensure availability of documents all
  the time.
• Handle all export related work when
  required, and also in the absence of the Export Manager.
• Perform any other administrative duties as
  may be assigned.

• The ideal candidate should hold a diploma
  or degree in Clearing and Forwarding, Logistics or equivalent 
• At least two years’ experience working in
  imports or exports
• Excellent Computer Skills; Microsoft
  Office, Asycuda, formatting and editing 
  
• Possess a keen interest to promote the
  company’s mission and subscribe to the firm’s core values
• High concern for detail, accuracy and
  standards – Customer service orientation
• Proactive work ethics, decision making
  ability, flexibility, patience and persistence required
• Capacity to work in a demanding
  environment and a desire to take on challenges

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