Import-Export Officer

Context:

The ICRC Regional Delegation in Budapest is announcing a vacant full-time position of “Import-Export Officer” based in Budapest.

Note that this is national/resident position and Hungarian applicants will be processed with priority. 

Main responsibilities:

§ Obtains exemptions from national or regional authorities for goods that the ICRC imports.

§ Receives and expedites freight out of the country or region of assignment in collaboration with external commercial partners.

§ Is responsible for following up on, filing and archiving import-export documents.

§ Ensures that records on bond data are available and up to date.

§ Verifies invoices (from customs, freight-forwarders, etc.) and submits them to supervisors and/or department staff.

§ Reports problems and irregularities in import-export activities; reports security issues.

§ Works with logisticians to handle claims.

§ Takes part in selecting external logistics providers (freight forwarders and carriers).

§ Ensures that the latest customs regulations are communicated and applied.

Requirements:

§ University degree.

§ Three years' experience working in a clearing and forwarding organization.

§ Excellent command (spoken and written) of English and Hungarian.

§ Computer skills (especially in logistics software).

§ Certification in clearing and forwarding.

§ Valid IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations certification.

§ Proven knowledge of customs and import-export procedures.

What we offer

• Rewarding diverse work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment
• An on-boarding orientation course and other opportunities for further in-house training
• Competitive compensation & benefits package

In case your skills and background correspond to the mentioned requirements, please send your CV and Cover Letter in English, to the e-mail bud_hrrecruitment_services@icrc.org with the subject line indicating "Import-Export Officer"

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We offer on-going development, diverse culture and constant quest to do things better.