Background or organization overview

Zambia Cargo and Logistics Limited (ZCL) is a regional logistics service provider and wholly owned by the Government of the Republic of Zambia (GRZ) through the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) with terminals in Tanzania (Dar es Salaam), Walvis Bay (Namibia) and operating centre in Ndola, Zambia.

Zambia Cargo and Logistics (ZCL) is inviting applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians to be considered for employment to fill vacant positions listed hereunder:

Custom clearing officer – 2 posts

(A) Required qualification

• Diploma or Bachelor`s degree in Customs Management, Logistics, Supply Chain.
• Management or a related field.
• Certification in customs clearing or international trade (e.g. FIATA Diploma or a relevant customs certification)
• 3-5 years of experience in customs clearing, freight forwarding or Logistics.
• Extensive experience with customs documentation, clearance procedures and tariff codes.
• Experience working with customs authorities and regulatory bodies to facilitate import and export operations.
• Thorough understanding of customs regulations import/export laws and tariff classifications.
• Familiarity with customs brokerage, valuation methods and duty/tax calculations.

(B) Personal attributes

• Proficiency in customs clearing software and systems (e.g., ASYCUDA or related platforms)
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple clearances at once
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in documentation and tariff codes
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to liaise with customs authorities and resolve issues

(C) Duties and responsibilities

• Preparing, reviewing and submitting customs declarations for imports and exports in compliance with customs regulations.
• Completing and processing all required documentations such as bills of entry, certificates of origin, commercial invoices and tariff codes.
• Liaising with customs authorities to ensure timely clearance of goods at ports and border posts.
• Coordinating with freight forwarders, transporters and warehouse teams to facilitate smooth delivery after clearance.
• Classifying goods correctly according to the Harmonized System (HS) codes and ensuring accurate duty and tax calculations.
• Maintaining updated knowledge of tariff schedules, duty rates, exemptions and import/export procedures.
• Advising clients on customs regulations, tax obligations and import/export restrictions.
• Handling disputes, delays or queries with customs by providing additional documentation or clarifications as required.
• Conducting internal checks and audits of customs documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Maintaining detailed records of customs declarations, payments and clearance transactions.
• Preparing reports on customs clearance, performance, costs and turnaround time.
• Identifying potential risks or issues in customs processes and recommending corrective measures.
• Ensuring proper documentation and insurance coverage for goods handled through customs.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by a reporting supervisor.

Important note

If you believe you are the persons we are looking for and you have what it takes to succeed in our organization, apply at once to the undersigned while taking into account the general conditions.

(i) Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, email address and telephone numbers.

(ii) Applicants should apply on the strengths of the information given in this advertisement.

(iii) Form IV and Form VI result slips are strictly not accepted. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate legal action.

• Preparing, reviewing and submitting customs declarations for imports and exports in compliance with customs regulations.
• Completing and processing all required documentations such as bills of entry, certificates of origin, commercial invoices and tariff codes.
• Liaising with customs authorities to ensure timely clearance of goods at ports and border posts.
• Coordinating with freight forwarders, transporters and warehouse teams to facilitate smooth delivery after clearance.
• Classifying goods correctly according to the Harmonized System (HS) codes and ensuring accurate duty and tax calculations.
• Maintaining updated knowledge of tariff schedules, duty rates, exemptions and import/export procedures.
• Advising clients on customs regulations, tax obligations and import/export restrictions.
• Handling disputes, delays or queries with customs by providing additional documentation or clarifications as required.
• Conducting internal checks and audits of customs documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Maintaining detailed records of customs declarations, payments and clearance transactions.
• Preparing reports on customs clearance, performance, costs and turnaround time.
• Identifying potential risks or issues in customs processes and recommending corrective measures.
• Ensuring proper documentation and insurance coverage for goods handled through customs.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by a reporting supervisor.

• Proficiency in customs clearing software and systems (e.g., ASYCUDA or related platforms)
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple clearances at once
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in documentation and tariff codes
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to liaise with customs authorities and resolve issues

• Diploma or Bachelor`s degree in Customs Management, Logistics, Supply Chain.
• Management or a related field.
• Certification in customs clearing or international trade (e.g. FIATA Diploma or a relevant customs certification)
• Extensive experience with customs documentation, clearance procedures and tariff codes.
• Experience working with customs authorities and regulatory bodies to facilitate import and export operations.
• Thorough understanding of customs regulations import/export laws and tariff classifications.
• Familiarity with customs brokerage, valuation methods and duty/tax calculations.