Declarant Clerk / Customs Declarant
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Corporate Staffing is recruiting a Declarant Clerk / Customs Declarant for a logistics client based in Tilisi, Limuru, Kenya. The role involves preparing and processing customs declarations through KRA iCMS, verifying shipping documents, classifying goods using HS codes, and coordinating cargo clearance with KRA, KEBS, KEPHIS, and other stakeholders. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring a business-related degree, preferably in Shipping and Logistics.
- Prepare and submit customs declarations via KRA iCMS
- Verify shipping documents including invoices, Bills of Lading, and IDFs
- Classify goods using HS codes and calculate duties, VAT, and levies
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Corporate Staffing is recruiting a Declarant Clerk / Customs Declarant for a logistics client based in Tilisi, Limuru, Kenya. The role involves preparing and processing customs declarations through KRA iCMS, verifying shipping documents, classifying goods using HS codes, and coordinating cargo clearance with KRA, KEBS, KEPHIS, and other stakeholders. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring a business-related degree, preferably in Shipping and Logistics.
- Prepare and submit customs declarations via KRA iCMS
- Verify shipping documents including invoices, Bills of Lading, and IDFs
- Classify goods using HS codes and calculate duties, VAT, and levies
- Coordinate clearance with KRA, KEBS, KEPHIS, Port Health, and freight forwarders
- Full-time on-site role based in Tilisi, Limuru
- Deadline: 14/11/2026
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Original source description
Job Title: Declarant Clerk / Customs Declarant
Date Posted: 02/11/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Middle
Employer: Corporate Staffing
Industry: Logistics
Salary: Open
Location: Tilisi – Limuru
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 14/11/2026
Logistics Jobs, Corporate Staffing Jobs. Responsible for preparing and processing customs declarations, calculating duties, coordinating cargo clearance, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. Requires a degree in Degree in a Business-related field preferably Shipping and Logistics. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Limuru.
Industry: Logistics,
Department: Finance,
Salary: Competitive,
Our client in the logistics industry is looking to hire a
Declarant Clerk
responsible for preparing and processing customs documentation to facilitate the lawful and efficient import, export, and transit of goods. The role ensures that all shipments comply with customs regulations and that cargo is cleared within the shortest possible time while minimizing costs associated with delays, storage, demurrage, and penalties.
Key Responsibilities
- 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
- Degree in a Business-related field preferably Shipping and Logistics.
- Minimum of 2 or more years’ experience in a similar role.
- Customs declarations and customs clearance
- Import and export documentation
- Trade compliance and customs regulations
- HS Code classification and customs valuation
- Duty and tax computation
- 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