Urgent Vacancy Announcement
Position Title: Import Documentation Officer for female applicants only)
Required Number: 2(Two)
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Company: Getnet Belachew Importer
Application Deadline: October 20, 2026
Company Overview
Getnet Belachew Importer is a reputable and fast-growing company engaged in the import and distribution of high-quality agricultural inputs including improved seeds, agrochemicals, and related products. Our company is committed to delivering reliable, sustainable, and customer-focused solutions to farmers and agro-dealers across Ethiopia.
Key Responsibilities
- Document Preparation & Verification: Compile, review, and verify core shipping documents including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Bills of Lading (B/L), Air Waybills (AWB), Certificates of Origin, and Proforma Invoices.
- Bank & Trade Finance Handling: Process and track payment instruments such as Letters of Credit (LC), Cash Against Documents (CAD), and advance payments in line with National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) and commercial bank directives.
- Regulatory Compliance & Permits: Secure necessary pre-import permits, trade licenses, and quality inspections from bodies like the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration,Ethiopian agaricultural authority, Ethiopian Customs Commission, and Ethiopian Conformity Assessment Enterprise (ECAE).
- Customs & Logistics Coordination: Work closely with customs brokers, freight forwarders, clearing agents, and shipping lines to track cargo, assign correct Harmonized System (HS) codes, and ensure smooth port clearance.
- Shipment Tracking: Monitor goods from the overseas supplier or port of enty through transit, customs processing, and final warehouse delivery.
- Record Keeping & Archiving: Maintain accurate physical and digital files of all trade transactions, customs declarations, and correspondence for audit and compliance purposes.
- Dispute & Discrepancy Resolution: Address and fix missing paperwork, bank document discrepancies, or customs clearance delays promptly.