Clearing and Delivery (C&D) Officer

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Chemonics International Inc is hiring a Clearing and Delivery (C&D) Officer to support activities aimed at improving the customs clearance and delivery of goods procured under the Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) program. The officer also provides day-to-day support for customs clearance operations, monitors deliveries, and liaises with local partners to ensure timely and efficient achievement of objectives.

Project:

Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM)

Background

The purpose of the Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) Program is to ensure uninterrupted supplies of health commodities in support of United States Government (USG)-funded public health initiatives around the world. The project provides direct procurement and supply chain management support to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI). In supporting USG-funded global health activities, GHSC-PSM will develop and manage a wide array of services for health commodity procurement and related systems strengthening technical assistance encompassing different elements of a comprehensive supply chain. At the country level, GHSC-PSM supports country strategies and priorities that fall under the following three project objectives: Global Commodity Procurement and Logistics, Systems and Operational Support, Global and local collaboration to improve availability of health commodities.

Purpose

Specific Responsibilities

Work with the C&D Specialist to review documentation prior to shipment to ensure compliance with the purchase order as well as import/export requirements in the country of destination/origin

Ensure timely submission of National Drug Authority (NDA) application for Verification Certificates and waiver requests to Ministry of Health, as well as obtaining approvals from the suppliers Local Technical Representatives

Obtain import Verification Certificates from NDA for all commodities and share with Deliver/Return team prior to shipment arrivals in-country

Ensure timely delivery of all required and approved clearing documents to the clearing agents and the appointed 3PLs, through close consultation with the Deliver/Return team

Monitor the relevant parties to ensure coordinated delivery of goods by shipping agents

Verify the count and acceptability of received products once cleared from customs and delivered to the warehouse

Participate in tracking orders as well as shipments processes to ensure visibility including final delivery date visibility

Share periodic reports on status of activities relating to shipments and waiver processing

Ensure that all records relating to a shipment are properly referenced and filed in a systematic manner

Liaise with NDA to obtain results for commodities that undergo mandatory post-shipment testing

Identify special or reoccurring delivery problems and propose solutions to the Country team

Carry out additional responsibilities and other duties assigned from time to time by the Clearing & Delivery Specialist or his/her designee

Qualifications and Desired Attributes

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration or Pharmacy

At least three years’ experience in international procurement, clearing and forwarding of health commodities; pharmaceuticals, laboratory reagents/consumables and supplies

Prior experience with USAID-funded projects or GHSC-PSM preferred

Knowledge and understanding of Uganda’s regulations on importation and customs clearance of medical supplies. Experience with NDA iRIMS system is an added advantage

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain working relationships, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with government agencies

Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and ability to identify and resolve operational constraints

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Ability to work independently in high-demanding environment and deliver expected results

Level of Effort and Location

This long-term position will be based in Kampala, Uganda with intermittent travel throughout the country, as needed.

Supervision

The Clearing and Delivery Officer will report directly to the Clearing and Delivery Specialist or his/her designee.

How to Apply

To apply, please use this link:

https://chemonics.formstack.com/forms/clearing_and_delivery_officer_copy

Applications submitted by email or any other means will not be reviewed. Please include a cover letter highlighting your experience, and an updated CV showing your qualifications and relevant experience.

Applications must be submitted no later than November 27, 2025, at 5:00 pm East Africa Time.

Please note

Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries by phone or in person regarding the status of your application.

Disclaimer

Filling this position is contingent upon receiving USG approval and funding.