Declarant Clerk / Customs DeclarantNew!

• Prepare and submit import, export, and transit customs declarations through the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) iCMS system.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of shipping documents, including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Bills of Lading, Air Waybills, Certificates of Origin, Import Declaration Forms (IDFs), and permits.
• Classify goods using the Harmonized System (HS) Codes and determine the applicable customs duties, VAT, excise duty, and other statutory levies.
• Ensure compliance with the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA), KRA regulations, KEBS requirements, and other government agency requirements.
• Coordinate customs clearance with KRA, KEBS, KEPHIS, Port Health, shipping lines, Container Freight Stations (CFS), freight forwarders, transporters, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor cargo movement and shipment status from arrival to final release and delivery.
• Resolve customs queries, documentation discrepancies, inspection issues, and declaration amendments to prevent clearance delays.
• Prepare customs valuation documents and maintain accurate customs records for audits and compliance purposes.
• Advise internal teams and clients on customs procedures, import/export documentation requirements, tariff classifications, and regulatory changes.
• Liaise with transport and warehouse teams to ensure timely cargo collection and delivery.
• Prepare reports on customs activities, shipment status, and clearance performance.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in a Business-related field preferably Shipping and Logistics.
• Minimum of 2 or more years’ experience in a similar role.
• If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title in the email subject ( Declarant Clerk -Logistics ) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 14 th November 2026.

Skills & Competencies:

• Customs declarations and customs clearance.
• Import and export documentation.
• Trade compliance and customs regulations.
• HS Code classification and customs valuation.
• Freight forwarding and logistics coordination.
• Shipment tracking and cargo release.
• Attention to detail and document accuracy.
• Problem solving and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency in KRA iCMS and customs documentation systems.
• NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive any communication from us within two weeks of your application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your interest and thank you for applying.
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