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JOB ADVERT. JOB TITLE: RECOVERY OFFICER Job Category: DEPARTMENT: FINANCE Job Code/ Req#: LOCATION: DAR ES SALAAM Travel Required: REPORTING TO: AR MANAGER Position Type: TEMPORARY (1 YEAR) NUMBER OF OPENINGS: TWO (2) 1. Job Purpose The Recovery Officer will be responsible for direct engage ment with defaulting customers, conducting field visits, negotiating repayment plans, and collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely

Reading time: 4 min Every September, children across East Africa sit nervously waiting for report cards. Teachers assess their performance. Grades are given. Parents study the results carefully. Now imagine the same thing happened to your supply chain. No hiding. No excuses. Just an honest, line-by-line assessment of how your trade operations are really performing — and whether they deserve to move up a grade. We've put together the supply chain report card that no one ask

Reading time: 4 min Imagine, for a moment, that your container deposit is sentient. It has feelings. It has opinions. It has a very specific set of grievances about its current living situation — which is, as it will tell you, deeply unsatisfying. This is that story. Monday, 7:43am — The Deposit Wakes Up The deposit opens its eyes — metaphorically — to find itself in a holding account. It has been here before. Many times. It knows the drill. 'We're doing this again,' it si

The words 'trade finance' can make even experienced logistics professionals reach for a strong cup of coffee. It sounds like banker language — abstract, complex, and deliberately difficult to understand. But here's the truth: trade finance is simply about one thing. Making sure that the right money is in the right place at the right time so that goods can keep moving. At Viaservice, we believe that when logistics professionals truly understand the financial tools available t

Every meaningful solution has an origin story. Not a polished marketing narrative — but a real moment where someone looked at a broken system and thought: this doesn't have to be this way. For Viaservice, that moment happened at a port in East Africa. The Problem That Couldn't Be Ignored The team behind Viaservice had deep roots in Swiss logistics — a world known for its precision, reliability, and systems thinking. But when they began working closely with East African trade

Trust is not just a feeling. It is infrastructure. This belief is central to Viaservice. It may seem abstract until we examine the reality of East African trade when trust is absent. What Happens When Trust Is Missing When trust is lacking, the consequences are significant. A shipping line that doubts the return of a container demands a deposit. An importer, unsure about timely payments, hesitates before the next shipment. A clearing agent, lacking confidence in the process,

Imagine you're running a clearing and forwarding business in Dar es Salaam. You have a container arriving at the port. The goods are sold. The buyer is waiting. Everything is in order — except one thing. You need to produce a cash deposit before that container will be released. It's a process that has existed for decades. Most people in the industry accept it as simply 'how things work.' But what if this single, seemingly routine requirement was quietly costing East African b

Our MD Morgan Lépinoy speaks openly about the challenge that thousands of clearing agents, freight forwarders and importers across East Africa face every single day — capital locked up in container deposits when it should be powering business growth. The article explores how VCS is changing that — replacing deposit requirements with data, trust, and a smarter financial infrastructure that works for everyone in the chain. This is exactly the conversation East African trade nee

If you've ever worked in clearing and forwarding in East Africa, you know this feeling intimately. A new shipment is arriving. The goods are sold. The buyer is waiting. Everything is moving — until you hit the deposit requirement. Suddenly, you're calculating: do I have enough liquidity? Do I need to borrow? How long will it take to get this money back after the container is returned? This friction is so common that most logistics professionals have simply accepted it as part

The Viaservice Container Solution: Revolutionizing Logistics in Tanzania Introduction Clearing and forwarding agents are the lifeblood of Tanzania’s trade ecosystem. At the Port of Dar es Salaam and other gateways, they ensure goods move seamlessly from ships to warehouses, connecting importers and exporters to global supply chains. Yet, one longstanding challenge has consistently strained their operations: container deposits . Traditionally, shipping lines require agents or

Je, unajua jinsi VCS inavyokusaidia kurahisisha biashara yako ya ugavi? Huu hapa ni mchakato mzima tangu kujisajili hadi kukamilisha utoaji wa mzigo: 1️⃣ Jisajili: Jaza fomu ya usajili na upokee 'username' na 'password' yako ya kuingia kwenye mfumo. 2️⃣ Omba Huduma: Unapohitaji kutoa kontena, jaza taarifa za DO kwenye mfumo na ulipie invoice ya huduma utakayotumiwa. 3️⃣ Pokea Cheti: Baada ya malipo, utapokea cheti maalum cha VCS kitakachotumika kwenye kampuni ya meli kutoa

The logistics landscape in 2025 is no longer about who has the most cash—it’s about who has the best flow. Viaservice is leading this charge by eliminating the need for cash deposits entirely. How Viaservice Works Viaservice replaces the old-school cash barrier with a trust-based reimbursement model. By partnering with eight global giants— Maersk, CMA-CGM, MSC, Messina, PIL, Blue Funnel, WOSAC, and WECLINES —Viaservice ensures that the shipping lines are protected while the a

The Viaservice Container Solution presents a transformative approach to the traditional container deposit system. By eliminating the need for upfront deposits, Viaservice empowers SMEs like Juma's to reinvest their capital where it matters most. Here are some key benefits:

Are you willing to learn about data and how to turn it into meaningful insights? We’re looking for a Data Analyst Intern to join our team! What you’ll do: 📊 Process, clean, and organize datasets 🐍 Develop and run Python scripts for data analysis 📈 Build interactive dashboards and reports in Power BI 🤝 Collaborate with the team to support data-driven decision making What we’re looking for: • Basic knowledge of Python and data analysis libraries (Pandas, NumPy) • Familiarit

We engaged in insightful discussions focused on enhancing regulatory compliance, streamlining maritime logistics, and driving efficiency across Tanzania's shipping sector. Collaborating with key regulators like TASAC is crucial to our mission of delivering sustainable and innovative solutions.

General Description The Senior Finance Analyst will be a key member of the Finance team. The role is responsible for supporting all core finance operations including accounting, reporting, budgeting, tax, compliance, and internal controls. The Senior Finance Analyst will ensure the integrity of financial information, strengthen risk management, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Analysis • Assist in preparing

The Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) represents a modern approach to container management, replacing traditional deposits with a subscription-based model. This model provides greater flexibility and simplicity for shippers and logistics providers. VCS allows shipping companies to access containers as needed, eliminating the financial strain of deposits. This subscription model promotes efficient container utilization.

A number of clearing and forwarding firms and customs agents have closed or scaled down their businesses due to the high cost of...

What is VCS? The Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) is an innovative system designed to eliminate the need for upfront container deposits. Instead of tying up your cash flow with deposits, VCS allows shippers, transporters, and consignees to secure containers quickly and efficiently, ensuring smoother operations at the port. Developed by Viaservice, VCS is tailored to meet the needs of East Africa’s logistics industry, offering a reliable, cost-effective, and hassle-

For businesses navigating the complexities of importing goods through the bustling port of Dar es Salaam, the issue of container deposits...