About This Role
This role sits at the intersection of operations and administration within a growing credit systems company. It suits a detail-oriented early-career professional who can manage the paperwork and coordination required for cross-border trade while also handling daily administrative and banking tasks. The position offers exposure to the full logistics lifecycle—from government liaison to financial institution coordination—making it a strong foundation role for someone aiming to build a career in supply chain or trade compliance.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The employer is looking for a candidate who combines basic logistics knowledge with strong organizational instincts and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders. While the listing mentions import/export experience, the “junior” designation signals that the company values trainability, accuracy, and a proactive attitude over deep expertise. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Ethiopian customs or banking procedures are likely key differentiators during screening.
How to Approach This Application
In your cover letter, emphasize your ability to track shipments, coordinate with banks or government offices, and manage paperwork under deadlines. If you have any experience with customs clearance, letter of credit processes, or supplier communication, highlight that clearly. The employer will prioritize candidates who demonstrate reliability and attention to detail—so use specific examples of how you’ve organized or followed up on complex tasks in the past.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited for a recent graduate or professional with 1–2 years of experience in logistics, trade, or office administration who wants hands-on exposure to import/export operations. Competition will be moderate, as it appeals to junior professionals seeking a stable entry point into the logistics sector in Addis Ababa.
Job Title: Junior Logistics & Import/Export Officer
Company: E-Ethio Credit System PLC
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
E-Ethio Credit System PLC is seeking a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented Junior Logistics & Import/Export Officer to support the company's logistics, import/export operations, banking coordination, and administrative functions. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth coordination with external stakeholders, government institutions, logistics service providers, and financial institutions while maintaining efficient internal administrative processes.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Logistics, Import & Export Coordination
- Coordinate and follow up on import and export activities to ensure timely movement of goods and materials.
- Liaise with freight forwarders, clearing agents, shipping companies, transporters, and warehouse personnel to monitor shipment status.
- Track shipments from origin to final destination and provide regular updates to management.
- Prepare, review, organize, and maintain shipping and logistics documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, customs declarations, and related documents.
- Monitor inventory movement and maintain accurate records of goods in transit and delivered items.
- Assist in resolving shipment delays, discrepancies, and logistics-related issues.
2. Banking and Trade Facilitation
- Coordinate with commercial banks regarding Letters of Credit (L/C), import permits, foreign currency applications, and other trade-related banking requirements.
- Support the preparation and follow-up of trade finance documentation.
- Work closely with the Finance Department to facilitate payments related to freight charges, customs duties, taxes, and service fees.
- Maintain accurate records of banking and payment transactions related to import/export activities.
3. Liaison and External Relations
- Serve as a liaison between the company and government offices, customs authorities, regulatory institutions, suppliers, and service providers.
- Facilitate permits, licenses, approvals, and official documentation from relevant authorities.
- Follow up on external communications and ensure timely completion of required processes.
- Represent the company professionally during interactions with stakeholders and business partners.
4. Administrative and Office Support
- Provide administrative support to department heads and assist with day-to-day office operations.
- Prepare official letters, reports, and internal correspondence.
- Maintain proper filing systems for logistics, administrative, and operational documents.
5. Reporting and Compliance
- Prepare periodic logistics, liaison, and administrative reports.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, import/export regulations, and administrative procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in handling company records and sensitive information.
- Perform other duties assigned by management.
- Bachelor's Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Supply Management, Business Management, International Trade, Transportation Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in an import and export company.
- Practical experience handling import/export documentation, shipment coordination, customs processes, and logistics operations.
- Familiarity with Letters of Credit (L/C), trade finance procedures, and bank-related import/export transactions.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent organizational and document management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Desired Competencies
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Strong follow-up and coordination skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Self-motivated and results-oriented.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply through this form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScF-G2W6axFiBndbJzsbN0YRlHTWjnjmHoQ72sv6xiauOx2ZA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115806127621295672851
E-Ethio Credit System PLC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates to apply.
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