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Catherine Ogwang'

Catherine Ogwang'

Clearing Agent- declarant

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Nairobi, Nairobi AreaMember since July 6, 2023
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About

A passionate and dedicated professional skilled in systems development, data analysis with efficient presentation and interpersonal skills. Bringing a 2 years of professional experience in logistics, clearing and forwarding management system.

Very competent in customer relations management, strategic management and planning of small-scale business organizations. A critical thinker with efficient business development skills.

Experience

A passionate and dedicated professional skilled in systems development, data analysis with efficient presentation and interpersonal skills. Bringing a 3 years of professional experience in management of small-scale businesses and organization. Also a 2 year experience in logistics, clearing and forwarding management system.

Very competent in customer relations management, strategic management and planning of smallscale business organizations. A critical thinker with efficient business development skills.

Education

August 2021- Integrated Customs Management System -ICMS and KENTRADE system.

KESRA

Through my knowledge in the clearing and forwarding . i have been able to performe the below duties

  • Preparation and lodging of customs entries – IDF / IM4/ EX1/EX3
  • Attaching the KENTRADE link to the entries.
  • Assist with clearing instruction to confirm that all information received from the consignee is accurate before submitting it to the customs/ KRA system for clearance- this is to avoid huge penalties.
  • Submitting all the necessary documentation onto the KRA electronic system on behalf of the consignee.
  • Ensuring the goods are legitimate, correctly valued and declared upon import – this includes customs debt, accuracy of the information given in the declaration, the authenticity of the documents presented and the compliance with all obligations.
  • Retaining all the documents related to customs transactions in an orderly manner.
  • Prepare and submit the required customs documentation with the authorities for clearance.
  • Making sure the goods are cleared with customs 
  • Making sure there is payment of import duties and taxes of the goods to the KRA.
  • Ensuring imports and exports trucks are verified upon released by KRA
  • Updating all imports and exports trucks at the border daily.
  • Ensure a smooth transfer of files/ issues.
  • Follow up on consignments and ensure that clients have been updated on the status
  • Ensures that SOPs are applied in each step of the process
  • Assist other staff members in case of operational issues.
  • Ensures that files are regularly archived - physically ad electronically monthly

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