The Commission on Revenue Allocation
(CRA) is an independent Commission set up under Article 215 of the Constitution
of Kenya.
The Commission seeks to recruit an
experienced, qualified and competent person to fill the following position:
Its core mandate is to recommend the
basis for equitable sharing of revenues raised nationally between the National
and County Governments; sharing of revenue among the County Governments and
make recommendations on other matters concerning the financing of, and
financial management by county governments.
Directorate of Research and Knowledge
Management
Director Research and Knowledge
Management
Scale: CRA 2
Reporting to the Deputy Commission
Secretary / DCEO, the job holder will be responsible for driving independent
research to continually build and update the stock of knowledge needed by the
Commission’s directorates responsible for implementing it’s constitutional
mandate as envisioned in the CRA Act.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
·
Ensure preparation and execution of
annual research program of the Commission. Research Programs shall have clear
links with the Commission’s broader mandate and be synchronized such that
research outputs are ready on time for realization of other mandates.
·
Develop suites of modelling for
policy simulation and forecasting, design, preparation and dissemination of
analytical economic work and reporting including, macroeconomic modelling and
forecasting.
·
Offer support to the CRA team by
contributing to policy notes, studies and reports on a wide range of issues and
specifically on fiscal policies, tax spending, equity, natural resource revenue
management, economic diversification, productivity and fiscal decentralization.
·
Oversee the preparation of the
Directorate’s budget and implementation of the financial plan for inclusion in
the Commission’s budgetary cycle.
·
Champion the development of internal
capacity within the Commission for collection or acquisition and management of
data bases relevant for discourse on devolution and fiscal decentralization.
·
Seek out, establish and nurture the
Commissions participation in relevant local, regional and global research
network.
·
Propose and manage the Commissions
round of technical presentations.
·
Propose and implement production of
periodic publications such as journals, articles and policy briefs that are
instrumental in growing and consolidating the Commission’s profile within the
devolution space.
·
Prepare Commission papers on topical
issues, analytical findings as may be required from time to time.
·
Provide leadership and management of
the Research Team of the Commission.
Academic Qualifications:
·
A PhD in either Economics or
Statistics from a recognized University.
Experience, Knowledge and Skill
Requirements:
·
At least five (5) years’ post PhD
experience in a reputable organization, preferably in a research role.
·
At least five (5) years of work
experience in supervisory role.
·
At least ten publications in refereed
Journals.
·
Demonstrated track record in
producing user friendly written outputs.
·
A good understanding of econometrics
and ability to use standard econometrics software to conduct research and
modeling such as STATA/SPSS, RATS and CATS.
·
Knowledge and experience in
development arena – Ability to understand policy making process, distil
operationally relevant recommendations for stakeholders.
·
Policy Dialogue Skills: Ability to
identify assess and engage policy issues and play an active role in dialogue
with a broad range of stakeholders.
·
Lead and innovate – Develops
innovative solutions, to entrench devolution.
·
Demonstrable ability to build
cohesive teams and to achieve goals through teamwork.
·
Excellent communication, presentation
and facilitation skills and result oriented and ability to work under pressure.
·
Be a person of integrity and
effective interpersonal skills.
Manager, Research
(Macro / Micro)
Scale: CRA 4
Reporting to the Director Research
and Knowledge Management, the job holder will monitor developments at the macro
and micro economy level and analyse their impact on CRA’s constitutional
mandate.
Main Duties
and Responsibilities:
·
Day-to-day running and management of
the macroeconomics unit and work with the director in running the directorate.
·
Develop a suite-of-models for policy
simulation and forecasting.
·
Conduct research and policy analyses
on macroeconomic management.
·
Monitor and report on national and
county economic developments.
·
Collaborate with partner institutions
in generating objective policy research.
·
Work jointly with the statistics
division to update CRA’s socio-economic database.
·
Perform capacity building and
mentoring of staff within the department.
Academic
Qualifications:
·
Master’s degree in Economics or
Statistics from a reputable University
Experience,
Knowledge and Skill Required:
·
A minimum of seven (7) years of
relevant progressive experience in policy analysis and economic modeling.
·
At least three (3) years of work
experience in a supervisory position.
·
Good research publications record in
refereed journals.
·
A good understanding of econometrics
and ability to use standard econometrics software to conduct research and
modeling such as STATA/SPSS, RATS and CATS.
·
He/she must be a person of integrity,
demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
·
Strong managerial skills, including
motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams.
·
Demonstrable report writing and presentation
skills, interpersonal and communication skills.
·
Excellent knowledge of relevant
computer software and applications.
·
Ability to work in a team-modulated
and collaborative environment.
Deputy Director,
Economic Affairs
Scale: CRA 3
Reporting to the Director Economic
Affairs, the jobholder shall deputize in the provision of leadership and
development of policies on intergovernmental transfers and developing criteria
for equitable resource sharing between national and county governments and
among county governments.
Main Duties
and Responsibilities:
·
Support Director Economic Affairs in
spearheading the Commissions Economic Affairs.
·
Supports Director Economic Affairs in
developing, validating and implementing strategies for economic affairs in line
with CRA’s mandate.
·
Participate in development of the
Directorate’s budget and workplan to support its operation.
·
Assign responsibilities to
subordinates and carry performance appraisals as required.
·
Assist the director in developing a
qualitative modelling approach to inform revenue allocation.
·
Lead the Research team in analysis of
fiscal, socioeconomic and development policies and make recommendations based
on good practice.
·
Provide technical assistance to
members of the Commission along adopted thematic and other relevant areas.
·
Interpret and analyze macroeconomic
issues and lead the research team in the development of relevant reports.
·
Establish collaborations with
relevant institutions as the Deputy to the Director
·
Assist counties in the budgeting
process, reviewing document
·
Represent the commission in different
forums as required.
·
Prepare and make presentations to
disseminate the Commission’s recommendations
·
Prepare Board / Commission papers on
technical issues as required.
Academic
Qualifications:
·
Master’s Degree in Economics or
Statistics or its equivalent in a relevant discipline.
·
Possession of PhD is an added
advantage.
Experience,
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
·
Minimum of ten (10) years relevant
experience and at least five (5) years in Top management position in a
reputable organization.
·
Strong credentials on undertaking and
managing research assignments for over ten (10) years.
·
At least published five relevant
articles in refereed journals.
·
Thorough understanding of
socio-economic and cultural research involving diverse survey methodologies.
·
A good understanding of econometrics
and ability to use standard econometrics software to conduct research and
modeling.
·
Advanced technical skills in
Modeling, Research and Management.
·
He/she must be a person of integrity,
demonstrate excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills.
·
Strong managerial skills and ability
to lead teams to attain departmental goals.
Senior Analyst,
Revenue Allocation and Budget Analysis
Scale: CRA 4
Reporting to Deputy Director,
Economic Affairs, the job holder is responsible for development and maintenance
of revenue Allocation formula, monitor and evaluate expenditure and revenue
trends at both national and County governments.
Main Duties
and Responsibilities:
·
Provide input into development of the
Directorates strategies, policies and guidelines to support the execution of
its mandate.
·
Provide input into development of the
Directorates budget and workplans.
·
Allocate work to Research Officers
and Analysts and carry out periodic performance appraisal as required.
·
Build capacity and mentor staff to
ensure competence within the Directorate.
·
Collaborate with partner Institutions
in generating objective Research.
·
Develop and maintain revenue
allocation formula for their assigned thematic areas.
·
Monitor and evaluate expenditure and
revenue trends at both National and County government levels touching on
budget, out-turns and exchequer issues.
·
Provide Technical assistance to
members of the Commission along adopted thematic and other relevant thematic
areas.
·
Work jointly with Fiscal Affairs
department to execute the revenue enhancement mandate of the Commission.
·
Work jointly with statistics section
to perform revenue forecasting at National and County Government Level.
·
Monitor devolution process,
particularly allocation and utilization of resources by County Governments and
report on the same.
·
Carry out capacity building
initiatives at County Governments on issues relating to Public Finance.
·
Conduct thematic research to inform
revenue sharing recommendations in line with Commissions mandate.
Academic
Qualifications:
·
Master’s degree in Economics,
Development Economics or Finance from a reputable University
Experience,
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
·
A minimum of seven (7) years relevant
progressive experience in fiscal policy development and /or implementation.
·
At least three (3) years of work
experience in a supervisory position
·
A good understanding of how to
conduct research. Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software and applications
·
He/she must be a person of integrity,
demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
·
Strong managerial skills, including
motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams.
·
Competent and organized.
Deputy Director,
Fiscal Affairs
Scale: CRA 3
Reporting to the Director Fiscal
Affairs, the job holder shall deputize in provision of leadership in developing
financial management systems for counties, developing county revenue
enhancement strategies while building fiscal management capacity for counties
in line with CRA mandate.
Duties and
Responsibilities:
·
Support the Director Fiscal Affairs
in spearheading the execution of the Commission’s Fiscal Affairs mandate.
·
Support the Director Fiscal Affairs
in developing, validating and implementing strategies and policies for policy
and guideline in formulation in line with CRA’s mandate.
·
Participate in the development of the
Directorate’s budget and work plan to support its operations.
·
Assign responsibilities to
subordinates and carry out performance appraisals as required.
·
Assist in the development of high
level analysis of county financial reports to inform policy development.
·
Review county financial statement and
provide timely reports on findings.
·
Review county expenditures to inform
recommendations relating to revenue allocation.
·
Work with counties on identifying
opportunities for revenue generation.
·
Review financial reports to ensure
compliance with the relevant laws.
·
Make recommendations on measures to
be taken by counties to ensure compliance and uniformity.
·
Make recommendations on measures to
be taken by counties on their financial management.
·
Advise on the structure of financial
reports for counties to ensure compliance and uniformity.
·
Make recommendations on revenue
management to ensure efficiency in collection and administration.
·
Develop and deliver training material
for county budget monitoring and implementation.
·
Work closely with the Director in
engaging county officials to clarify and make recommendations on matters of
devolution and in line with Commissions mandate.
·
Participate in planning and budget
making of the directorate.
·
Deputize the director in
authorization of expenses in their absentia.
Academic
Qualifications:
·
Master’s Degree in Finance,
accounting or economics or the equivalent qualifications, with relevant
experience of over ten (10) years.
·
Holder of CPAK or its equivalent.
Experience,
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
·
A minimum of seven (7) year’s
relevant progressive experience in fiscal policy development and /or implementation.
·
At least three (3) year’s in a
supervisory role.
·
Knowledge of financial analysis,
public finance management principles and processes.
·
Demonstrated successes in the fields
of financial analysis, project formulation, planning, monitoring and evaluation.
·
He/she must be a person of integrity,
demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
·
Demonstrable report writing,
presentation skills, interpersonal and communication skills.
·
Excellent knowledge of relevant
computer software and applications and
·
Ability to work in a team.
Deputy Director,
Stakeholder Management
Scale: CRA 3
Reporting to the Deputy Chief
Executive Officer the position holder shall play an integral role in developing
and implementing the Commission’s stakeholder mapping, stakeholder engagement
plan, and shall be charged with relationship management undertaking to ensure
that the Commission establishes and maintains essential strategic partnerships.
Main Duties
and Responsibilities:
·
Initiate and participate in development
of the Commission, stakeholder Engagement strategy.
·
Establish stakeholder inhouse support
processes and structures.
·
Carry out a stakeholder needs
assessment and continuously monitor their needs.
·
Maintain relations and networks with
government regulators, investors, policy makers, community stakeholders and key
decision makers.
·
Seek and pursue opportunities for the
Commission to network across the relevant sectors.
·
Integrate and align external
stakeholder programs and coordinate the implementation of relevant plans.
·
Develop a clear, strong and presence
among all key stakeholders.
·
Ensure that CRA is accurately
promoted across all key stakeholder groups.
·
Networking with stakeholders to
gather direction of their policies and work, so as to feed into CRA work.
·
Work with Manager of Communication to
develop and implement marketing and communications campaigns with an aim of
building a positive image of the Commission.
·
Identify opportunities for
stakeholder events while ensuring participation by representatives of relevant
departments within the Commission.
·
Design methods of monitoring
stakeholder perceptions and experiences with the Commission.
·
Draft departmental budgets for
approval by the relevant Commission Committee.
·
Regularly review departmental budget
for adoption by the Commission.
Academic
Qualifications:
·
A Master’s degree in Business,
Economics, Mass Communications, Marketing or Social Sciences.
Experience,
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
·
At least ten (10) years’ experience
in a reputable Organization with five (5) of these in top managerial position.
·
Experience in working in a policy
environment.
·
Proven experience in fostering and
managing stakeholder relations.
·
Experience in executing across
several media platforms.
·
Experiencing in engaging donors and
development partners.
·
In depth knowledge of national and
county governments and parliamentary procedures;
·
A high level of attention to detail.
·
Demonstrable ability to build
cohesive teams and to achieve goals through teamwork.
·
Organising of public forums,
conferences and events Management.
·
Excellent communication, presentation
and facilitation skills.
·
Result oriented and ability to work
under pressure.
·
Be a person of integrity and
effective interpersonal skills.
Finance Officer
Scale: CRA 5
Reporting to Finance Manager, the job
holder will assist in the administration of the financial systems, planning of
management accounts, monitoring expenditures and enforcing compliance.
Main Duties
and Responsibilities
·
Develop and implement financial
policies and regulations in line with the government financial regulations and
the PFM Act (2012).
·
Must be able to prepare financial
statements in line with recommended international Public-Sector Accounting
Standards (IPSAS – Accrual basis).
·
Preparation of monthly management
accounts and expenditure controls reviewed by the Finance committee of the
Commission.
·
Maintenance of timely and accurate
records on fixed assets including depreciation and Net book value of assets.
·
Carrying out of end of year
procedures e.g. posting of accruals, prepayment and acquisition of bank
statements and certificates of balance.
·
Ensure proper coordination of both
systems and final audits.
·
Oversee submission of corporate tax
returns for the Commissions.
·
Preparation of board papers for the Finance
Committee and reports to the full Commission.
·
Oversee adherence to statutory
regulations especially for salary clearances by the accounts assistant.
·
Oversee timely preparation of monthly
bank reconciliations.
·
Oversee accuracy of posting in the
general ledger and proper book keeping.
Academic
Qualifications:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce,
Finance, Economics or any other in the financial field.
·
Possession of at least CPA(K)/ACCA.
·
At least one accounting package
qualification will be an added advantage.
·
Possession of a Masters’ degree will
be an added advantage.
Experience,
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
·
A minimum of five (5) years’
experience in an accounting environment.
·
Knowledge in IFMIS and ERP processes.
·
Excellent knowledge of relevant
computer software and applications.
·
Strong managerial skills, including
motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams.
·
He/she must be a person of integrity,
demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
·
Competent and organized.
·
Excellent interpersonal and
communication skills.
·
Ability to work in a team.
·
Membership to a Professional body is
desired.
Procurement
Assistant
Scale: CRA 6
Holder of the position will be
responsible for the movement, storage and issue of supply and services from origination
to consumption.
The incumbent will also ensure that
procurement is done in accordance with Public Procurement & Asser Disposal
Act (2015), rules and regulations.
Main Duties
and Responsibilities:
·
Assist in prequalification of
suppliers and prepare reports on procurement status.
·
Develop and maintain suppliers master
data and assist in inspection and acceptance of suppliers.
·
Ensure proper recording, filing and
custody of all procurement documents.
·
Compile reports on opening of tenders
and quotations for relevant committees.
·
Monitoring delivery times to ensure
they are on time.
·
Provide secretarial services to the
Procurement Committees.
·
Storage and issue of supply services.
·
Involved in the disposal of surplus,
obsolete or unserviceable assets.
·
Carry out market surveys.
·
Prepare reports for disposable assets
in the Commission.
·
Assist in the development and
implementation of Internal Procurement procedures and policies.
·
Conduct periodic annual stock taking.
Academic
Qualifications:
·
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and
Supplies from recognized University.
·
Diploma in purchasing and Supplies
Management from recognized Institution.
Experience,
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
·
At least three (3) years’ experience
in a reputable organization.
·
Must be well versed with Public
Procurement and Disposal procedures in line with Public Procurement and Asset
Disposal Act, 2015
·
Knowledge in IFMIS and ERP processes
will be an added advantage.
·
Excellent knowledge of relevant
computer software and applications
·
He/she must be a person of integrity,
demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
·
Excellent communication skills.
·
Registered Member of Kenya Institute
of Supplies Management (KISM).
Internal Audit
Assistant
Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager,
the position holder will assist by independently evaluating and improving on
the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes of the
Commission.
Duties and
Responsibilities:
·
Carry out internal audits in
accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards;
·
Evaluate the adequacy of internal
controls, generate quarterly report findings and recommend improvements for
effective management.
·
Examine financial data and
statements;
·
Review management systems and
programs and recommend improvements
·
Participate in developing a flexible
annual audit plan using appropriate risk-based methodology, including any risks
or control concerns identified by the management.
·
Implement the annual audit plan as
approved, including, as appropriate, assist in investigations requested by the
management, the audit committee or the commission.
·
Review the adequacy of controls
established to ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, statutory
and regulatory requirements
·
Follow up on the implementation of
internal and external audit recommendations and evaluate the response and
actions taken by management.
·
Ensure the commission utilizes its
resources according to financial guidelines.
Academic
Qualifications:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce,
Finance, Economics or any other in the financial field.
·
Possession of at least CPA(K)/ACCA.
·
Possession of at least CIA (Part I)
will be an added advantage.
Experience,
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
·
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in
internal/external audit environment in a reputable organization.
·
He/she must be a person of integrity,
demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
·
Competent, organized, excellent
interpersonal and communication skills;
·
Excellent knowledge of relevant basic
computer applications and.
·
Ability to work in a team
environment.
·
Must be a member of Professional
body.
Legal Affairs
Manager (Contract)
Scale: CRA 4
Duties and
Responsibilities
·
In charge of coordination and review
of the Constitutional Legal Framework on legislation, rules, regulations,
guidelines and proposing amendments where appropriate.
·
Develop, review and ensure continued
compliance with transparent, clear and implementation of requisite legal
reforms.
·
Conduct surveys and collect data and
information to support amendments of revenue allocation regulations in addition
to coordinating stakeholder workshops and exposure sessions.
·
Review all contracts or any other
documentation where the Commission has committed itself and assess legal
implications that need to be brought to the attention of the Management.
·
Continuously monitor compliance with
statutory obligations and advise the Management accordingly.
·
Engage with relevant internal and
external stakeholders to ensure timely development and where necessary
enactment of transparent and efficient laws, rules and regulations.
·
Supervising, appraising staff and
identifying their training and development requirements.
·
Undertake any other duties and
assignments as may be required or as may be assigned from time to time by the
Commission.
Academic
Qualifications:
·
Master’s Degree in Laws (LLM)
·
Diploma from Kenya School of Law.
Experience,
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
·
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
with over seven (7) years standing and current practising certificate.
·
Knowledge of legal drafting, research
and legislation.
·
Proven track record of providing
accurate and effective legal counsel.
·
Track record on development of
comprehensive contract documents that mitigate risks and penalties.
·
Demonstrate knowledge of and
experience with laws dealing with government and or commercial contract
administration, negotiations, preparation, preparation and execution.
·
Possession of good understanding of
Constitutional Laws and its operation in Kenya.
·
Demonstrate ability to build cohesive
teams and to achieve goals through teamwork.
·
Excellent Communication, presentation
and presentation skills.
·
Assertive, result oriented and able
to work under pressure.
·
Be a person of integrity and
effective interpersonal skills.
·
Experience in working in a Policy
environment.
·
Member of relevant professional body.
Application
Guidelines:
If your training, experience and
competence match or exceed any of the above minimum requirements, please send a
secured copy of your application, a detailed up-to-date curriculum vitae,
indicating current remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts, together with
copies of certificates and testimonials.
You should also give the names of
three (3) referees who must be familiar with your previous work and academic
experience indicating their telephone, postal and email addresses.
Application should be addressed to
the Commission Secretary, CRA and be sent by post or hand delivered to the
Commission offices at 14 Riverside Drive by Thursday 29th March 2018 at 5.00
pm. as follows: APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF ___ (insert appropriate
position)
To The Commission Secretary
Commission On Revenue Allocation
14 Riverside Drive Grosvenor Block
P.O. Box 1310 – 00200
Nairobi
Commission On Revenue Allocation
14 Riverside Drive Grosvenor Block
P.O. Box 1310 – 00200
Nairobi
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
If you do not hear from us in the
next three months from the date of this advertisement, then consider your
application unsuccessful.
The CRA is an equal opportunity,
gender sensitive and compliant employer