Career Opportunities In
Senegal
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Ministry of Energy & SAR Liaison
Primary Obligation:
Maintain alignment with state-controlled energy structures.
Specific Obligations:
Interface with Ministry of Energy and SAR
Advise on import approvals and state priorities
Support strategic transaction positioning
Maintain ongoing government engagement
Risk Mitigated: State intervention risk, access denial
Customs & Port of Dakar Clearance Specialist
Primary Obligation:
Ensure compliant and timely customs clearance.
Specific Obligations:
Manage customs filings and inspections
Coordinate with port authorities
Resolve clearance issues efficiently
Prevent demurrage and penalties
Francophone Trade Documentation Lead
Primary Obligation:
Ensure documentary compliance in French-language trade environments.
Specific Obligations:
Translate and prepare LC and shipping documents
Coordinate inspections and certifications
Prevent documentary discrepancies
Support bank presentations
Risk Mitigated: LC rejection, document discrepancies
Banking & LC Confirmation Advisor (WAEMU)
Primary Obligation:
Structure bankable transactions within WAEMU banking constraints.
Specific Obligations:
Assess issuing bank risk
Structure confirmation or risk mitigation solutions
Liaise with confirming banks
Resolve payment and documentary issues
Port & Marine Operations Liaison
Primary Obligation:
Oversee discharge operations at Dakar port.
Specific Obligations:
Coordinate discharge scheduling
Liaise with port and terminal operators
Supervise surveyors and inspectors
Regional Trade Finance Counsel
Obligations:
Design LC and payment structures
Coordinate confirming banks
Resolve documentary discrepancies
Maintain bank compliance standards
Sanctions & Compliance Officer (Advisory)
Obligations:
Screen counterparties and transactions
Ensure OFAC/EU compliance
Maintain KYC/KYB records
Advise on sanctions exposure
Inspection & Quality Assurance Lead
Obligations:
Appoint independent inspectors (SGS, BV, Intertek)
Manage quality and quantity certification
Resolve quality disputes
Protect contractual specifications
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