CLEARING AND FORWARDING COORDINATOR – Manica Group Namibia (Pty) Ltd 51 views

A National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is commonly expected. Relevant short courses — such as those offered by the Namibian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) or the Namibian Institute of Logistics (NIL) — on customs procedures, Incoterms®, or freight forwarding add strong local value. Some employers also prefer candidates with basic knowledge of Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) regulations and SADC trade protocols.

You’ll coordinate import/export documentation (e.g., bills of lading, certificates of origin, NamRA e-filing submissions), liaise with customs brokers, transporters, and port authorities (like Walvis Bay Port), and track shipments across land and sea routes. Daily tasks include resolving clearance delays, updating internal systems with real-time shipment status, and communicating proactively with clients and internal teams — often under tight deadlines due to port turnaround times and seasonal cargo volumes.

Namibian logistics employers value reliability, strong interpersonal communication, and adaptability — especially when navigating administrative processes that may involve multiple government agencies and informal coordination. Punctuality, respect for hierarchy, and bilingual fluency (English plus Afrikaans or an indigenous language) are practical advantages, particularly when liaising with local truckers, warehouse staff, or regional partners in the SADC corridor.

With 3–5 years’ experience, professionals often advance to Senior Coordinator, Operations Supervisor, or Customs Compliance Officer roles — especially with added NamRA accreditation or IATA/FIATA certification. Some transition into client-facing roles like Logistics Account Manager or pursue entrepreneurship by registering as licensed clearing agents with NamRA, a path supported by NCCI mentorship programmes and the Namibian Logistics Association (NALA).

Standard benefits include 20–22 days annual leave (as per Namibian Labour Act), statutory pension contributions via the Namibian Social Security Commission (NSSC), and group medical aid schemes — though coverage depth varies by employer size and sector. Many mid-to-large logistics firms also offer transport allowances, overtime pay for port-related weekend shifts, and occasional professional development support aligned with NIL or NCCI training calendars.

Apply via company websites, LinkedIn, or Namibian job portals like Careers.na or JobMail Namibia — always attaching a Namibia-specific CV with clear references to local experience (e.g., Walvis Bay/Windhoek-based operations, NamRA e-filing, or SADC transit permits). Employers prioritise candidates who demonstrate hands-on document accuracy, problem-solving in clearance bottlenecks, and familiarity with Namibian labour law compliance — verified through referees from local logistics firms or trade associations.