Deputy Director Fiscal Affairs
The Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) is an independent Commission set up under Article 215 of the Constitution of Kenya. Its core mandate is to recommend the basis for equitable sharing of revenues raised nationally between the national and county governments and among the county governments, and make recommendations on other matters concerning the financing of, and financial management by county governments.
The Commission seeks to recruit
experienced, qualified and competent persons to fill the following positions:
Responsibilities:
Qualifications
Responsibilities
Qualifications:
Responsibilities
Qualifications:
The Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) is an independent Commission set up under Article 215 of the Constitution of Kenya. Its core mandate is to recommend the basis for equitable sharing of revenues raised nationally between the national and county governments and among the county governments, and make recommendations on other matters concerning the financing of, and financial management by county governments.
SCALE — CRA 3 (RE – ADVERTISEMENT)
Reporting to the Director Fiscal
Affairs, the job holder shall deputize in provision of leadership in making
recommendations on financing of, and financial management by county governments
as well as county revenue enhancement strategies while building
fiscal management capacity for
counties in line with CRA mandate.
Responsibilities:
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Support the Director in developing,
validating and implementing strategies and policies to guide in the execution
of the Commission’s Fiscal Affairs mandate.
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Review and make recommendations on
financial management operations of counties.
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Participate in the development and
monitoring of the Directorate’s budget and work plan.
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Assign and supervise responsibilities
to other staff and carry out performance management as required.
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Assist in the development and use of
high level analytical tools for county financial reports to inform various
recommendations.
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Review county planning, budgeting and
budget implementation reports to inform policy recommendations.
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Work with counties on identifying and
enhancing opportunities for increasing own sources revenue.
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Review and make recommendations on
revenue raising measures of the counties.
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Advise on the structure of financial
reports for counties to ensure compliance and uniformity.
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Support the establishment and
capacity building of county financial management structures.
Qualifications
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Master’s Degree in Economics, Finance
or Accounting.
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A minimum of ten (10) year’s relevant
progressive experience in fiscal policy development and /or implementation and
Financial Management.
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At least five (5) year’s in a
supervisory role.
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Knowledge of basic understanding of
macroeconomic policy tools and framework. Knowledge of financial analysis,
public finance management principles and processes. Demonstrated successes in
the fields of financial analysis, revenue administration, monitoring and
evaluation.
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He/she must be a person of integrity
and be a team player.
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Good report writing, presentation
skills, interpersonal and communication skills.
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Excellent ICT skills
Communication Manager
The Commission on Revenue
Allocation (CRA) is an independent Commission set up under Article 215 of
the Constitution of Kenya. Its core mandate is to recommend the basis for
equitable sharing of revenues raised nationally between the national and county
governments and among the county governments, and make recommendations on other
matters concerning the financing of, and financial management by county governments.
The Commission seeks to recruit
experienced, qualified and competent persons to fill the following positions:
SCALE – CRA 4 (CONTRACT)
Reporting to the Commission
secretary/CEO, the job holder shall be responsible for development and
implementation of Communications strategies for the Commission for both
internal and external communication in order to enhance the achievement of the
Commissions mandate and raise the profile of the Commission externally.
Responsibilities
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Develop the Commission’s
Communications strategies and policies and design appropriate programmes and
infrastructure to facilitate their implementation.
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Develop the Commission’s brand
strategy and design appropriate programmes and infrastructure to facilitate
their implementation.
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Develop the Communications Corporate
Social responsibility strategy and design appropriate programmes and
infrastructure to facilitate their implementation.
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Ensure the departments performance
targets are set, monitored and achieved.
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Assign duties to subordinates and
conduct periodic performance appraisal as required.
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Mentor and carry out capacity
building for corporate communication staff.
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Oversee the development of the
Commission’s annual reports and other reports.
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Oversee the writing and editing of
content for the internet, staff newsletters, media briefs, annual reports and
other communications channels.
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Develop the Commission’s social media
policy and implementation.
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Oversee the management and updating
of content on CRA website and social media platforms and organize consultative
forums on the same.
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Oversee the management of the
Commission’s advertising and production functions.
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Coordinate The Development Of
Corporate Branding Items Such As Brochures, Publications, Banners, Umbrellas,
Corporate Wear Among Others.
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Ensure Effective Media Relations And
Promotion Of Strategic Views Of The Commission Through Innovative Media
Approaches.
Qualifications:
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Master’s degree in Communications,
Corporate Communications, Public Relations or Journalism.
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A minimum of seven (7) years relevant
progressive experience in Corporate Communications or Public Relations or
Journalism.
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At least three (3) years of work
experience in a supervisory position
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Strong writing, editing,
proofreading, layout design, professional publishing/printing skills and the
ability to present concepts verbally.
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Strong Communication and presentation
skills. Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software and applications.
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Track record in Media engagements and
relations and networks in the Media world and strong knowledge and
understanding of current trends in digital media / social media.
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He/she must be a person of integrity,
demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
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Strong managerial skills, including
motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams.
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Competent and organized.
Senior Analyst, Revenue Allocation &
Budget Analysis
The Commission on Revenue
Allocation (CRA) is an independent Commission set up under Article 215 of
the Constitution of Kenya. Its core mandate is to recommend the basis for
equitable sharing of revenues raised nationally between the national and county
governments and among the county governments, and make recommendations on other
matters concerning the financing of, and financial management by county
governments.
The Commission seeks to recruit
experienced, qualified and competent persons to fill the following positions:
Job Description
SCALE — CRA 4
Reporting to Deputy Director,
Economic Affairs, the job holder is responsible for development and maintenance
of revenue allocation formula, monitoring and evaluation of expenditure and
revenue trends at both national and county governments.
Responsibilities
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Provide input into development of the
Directorate’s strategies, policies and guidelines to support the execution of
its mandate.
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Provide input into development of the
Directorate’s budget and workplans.
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Allocate work to Research Officers
and Analysts and carry out periodic performance appraisal as required.
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Develop and update revenue allocation
formula
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Monitor and evaluate expenditure and
revenue trends at both national and county government levels
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Provide technical assistance to
members of the Commission along adopted thematic and other relevant areas.
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Monitor devolution process,
particularly allocation and utilization of resources by county governments and
report on the same.
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Carry out capacity building
initiatives at county governments on issues relating to public finance and
planning
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Conduct thematic research to inform
revenue sharing recommendations in line with Commission’s mandate.
Qualifications:
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Master’s degree in Economics, or
Development Economics from a reputable University
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A minimum of seven (7) years relevant
progressive experience in fiscal policy development and /or implementation.
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At least three (3) years of work
experience in a supervisory position
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Have a good grasp of Macroeconomic
policy.
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A good understanding of how to
conduct research. Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software and
applications
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He/she must be a person of integrity,
demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
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Strong managerial skills, including
motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams.
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Competent and organized.
How to Apply
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 :
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.
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.