Job Position: LIAISON OFFICER (Red Fox / Dümmen Orange Ethiopia PLC)

Category: OFFICER

Location: Koka ,  East Showa Zone, Oromia 

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: According to the scale of the organization

Company Description: 

Dümmen Orange is an internationally leading breeding company focused on cut flowers, bulbs, tropical plants, pot plants, bedding plants and perennials firm with a significant presence in Ethiopia for over 22 years. The company is based in Koka, employs over 1500 staff and has plans to grow further. For our Procurement and Supply Department based in Ethiopia, we are looking for an experienced Liaison Officer.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Job Objective

• Our organization grows and flourishes via organic growth and by acquiring other companies. This results in a fast-changing and, therefore, challenging environment. Our Procurement and Supply Department in Ethiopia is responsible for all Procurement and Supply related tasks of our location Red Fox Ethiopia PLC.

Job Summary/Main Purpose 

• Under the direct supervision of the Procurement and Supply Manager, Assistant Procurement manager, he/she Responsible for all Liaison activity of the company. The role includes following specifics:

• Processing of international shipping, customs, receiving, handling of operational equipment’s. 

• Processing company cars bolo renewal, Insurance renewal and Collection of advice and receipt. 

• According to your nature of work you will be entitled to have a use 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.

• Managing clearance of inbound international shipments through Ethiopian customs and liaise with clearing agents. 

• Processing export permits from banks and arrange export documents accordingly. 

• Processing relevant paper works with relevant government offices regarding import/export items.

• Facilitate effective export operations by ensuring the company’s compliance with governmental administrative requirements. 

• Administer relevant governments and private contacts of Red Fox Ethiopia.

• Follow-up insurance claims & related issues with insurance companies.

• Assisting in collecting & distributing documents from/to banks, government offices etc.

• Establish close communication and visit the farm in Koka at least once a month. 

• Perform any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

We offer

• Dümmen Orange strives for high goals worldwide. Innovation, technology, hygiene and quality are clear priorities. This results in a challenging work environment in which one can evolve. Dümmen Orange offers plenty of space for the personal growth and development of its employees. We are characterized by an informal and easily accessible work environment in which great value is placed on international cooperation.

Dümmen Orange

• Dümmen Orange is a worldwide leader in breeding and development of flowers and plants. Our annual turnover is around 360 million euro. We have more than 7.700 employees worldwide. In addition to a large marketing and sales network, Dümmen Orange has a diversified network of specialized production sites. The key to our Dümmen Orange success is a broad and deep product range, supported by a global supply chain. We take pride in our corporate social responsibility efforts investing in the health, safety, and personal development of our staff as well as in innovative and sustainable techniques.

Job Requirements

Requirements (Knowledge, Skills & Attributes)

• The candidates are required to have a Degree in Law (LLB) and 2 to 5 years of experience as a Liaison Officer, along with strong interpersonal skills.

• Dedicated and willing to work under stress full condition.

• Good knowledge of written and spoken English.

• Computer and Ms Office application skill (Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook). 

• Preferred work experience in Horticulture/Floriculture sector

• Skills in identifying, analyzing and solving problems.

• People management skill 

• Pro-active and team player

• Strong knowledge of national Custom & tax low and other low related the task. 

How to Apply

Qualified women are strongly recommended to apply!

Candidates, who meet all minimum requirements, are invited to send CV, motivation letter, address of up to 3 references – via E-mail to G.Kebede@DummenOrange.com, and N.Abera@DummenOrange.com in 5 working days from the date of advertisement