Job Summary
Logiskills Transit Services is hiring a Customs Assessment Officer to manage the full customs declaration and clearance process for the company’s import/export shipments — a hands-on role working directly with Ethiopia’s customs system and branch offices.
Responsibilities
Prepare and submit accurate import/export customs declarations through the customs e-declaration system
Determine correct tariff classification (HS code) and apply the appropriate duty/tariff rate under Ethiopian customs law
Carry out customs valuation of shipments per Ethiopian Customs Commission methods
Represent the company at customs branch offices to process and complete shipment clearance
Liaise with customs officers, shipping lines, and relevant authorities to resolve clearance issues
Ensure full compliance with Ethiopian customs, freight forwarding, and logistics laws throughout
Maintain accurate records of declarations, duties paid, and clearance documentation
Communicate clearly, in writing and verbally, with clients, customs officials, and internal teams
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in any field
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in customs clearance, freight forwarding, or logistics
Valid Customs Clearing Competency Certificate (required)
Solid knowledge of Ethiopian customs declaration procedures, tariff assignment, and valuation
Familiarity with Ethiopian freight forwarding, customs clearance, and logistics laws and regulations
Good English communication skills — written and spoken
Willing to work across different customs branch offices as assignments require