CLEARANCE SENIOR OFFICER

Position Overview

Napco National is seeking a Clearance Senior Officer to join its team in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is integral to facilitating logistics and regulatory compliance, requiring a professional with 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in government relations and clearance processes.

Role Purpose

The Clearance Senior Officer is responsible for managing all governmental attestations and permits essential for Napco National's logistics operations. This role involves cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with government representatives, providing expert advice on institutional procedures, and proactively resolving clearance-related challenges to ensure the smooth flow of business for the entire Napco Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Attest all logistics-related documents with relevant government entities.
• Receive Certificates of Origin (COO) from the Ministry of Trade on behalf of all Napco Group companies.
• Facilitate the delivery of documents and invoices between various Business Units (BUs) and the Central Logistics Department (CLD).
• Acquire Landing Permits from port authorities for all Dangerous Goods (DGR).
• Provide direct support and assistance to the wider clearance team.
• Identify and implement solutions for exceptional and sudden problems by leveraging an established network of contacts.
• Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with government representatives to expedite Napco's business requirements.
• Offer guidance and share contacts regarding operational procedures within governmental institutions for the entire Napco Group.
• Monitor the progress of Napco's cases within customs and the Ministry of Trade, maintaining consistent contact with government problem solvers.

Experience Requirements

Candidates for this full-time role must possess 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar clearance, logistics, or government relations capacity, demonstrating a proven track record in managing regulatory processes.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated ability to navigate and comply with governmental procedures and regulations.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills with government officials and agencies.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities, particularly in addressing unforeseen logistical and regulatory challenges.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for document management and case tracking.

Work Location

This position is based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, supporting Napco National's operations within the Eastern Province.