Strategic Reporting Supervisor
Reports to: Assistant Manager – Statistics Analysis & Reporting Unit
Budget & Technical Support Supervisor
Inorganic Chemicals Supervisor
Internal Affairs Supervisor (18 Posts)
Intelligence Management
Technical Manager
Reports to: Assistant Manager – Statistics Analysis & Reporting Unit
Direct reports: Officer-Statistics Analysis & Reporting Unit
Support (I & II)- Statistics
Analysis & Reporting Unit
Responsibilities
The holder will provide technical
support in data analysis and reporting; continuously monitoring performance and
quality through analysing and reporting KRA’s big data for informing decision
making process.
Tasks and Outputs
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Identify and maintain key revenue and
economic data sets,
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Generate and compilation revenue
statistics to assist in research and planning activities,
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Analyse and interpret revenue
statistics,
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Assist in revenue target setting,
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Supervise preparation of revenue
performance reports (as per provided timelines) to management, Board, The
National Treasury, and other identified stakeholders,
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Ensure regular update and improvement
of data marts and performance dashboards,
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Assist the research section in
improving the KRA revenue forecasting model, including provision of requisite
data as may be needed,
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Participate in the preparation of the
Statistical bulletin, Annual Revenue Report and Income Tax Report.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Economics,
Statistics or Business related field from a recognised university.
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A Masters degree in a related field
will be an added advantage.
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Computer literacy in statistical
analysis.
Minimum Qualifications Years of
Experience
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Three (3) years relevant experience.
Competencies
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Demonstrate understanding of research
techniques, statistical tools and analytical skills.
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Have good supervisory skills.
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Understand functional priorities.
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Have personal management and
communication skills.
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Sound knowledge of electronic
databases.
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Commitment to improving work
processes.
How To Apply
Budget & Technical Support Supervisor
Supervisor – Budget & Technical
Support
Location: Nairobi
Reports to: Assistant Manager –
Budget & Technical Support
Direct reports: Officers –
Budget & Technical Support
Responsibilities
To identify, analyse and interpret
tax policy gaps.
Key Performance Areas
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Identifying, analysing and
interpreting tax policy gaps
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Prioritize policy needs of the
department.
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Undertake quality assurance on budget
submissions.
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Support the assistant manager in
coming up with new process improvement opportunities.
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Development of Administrative Manuals
in support of various tax laws.
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Compiling technical data to support
legislative changes.
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Participate in various technical
working groups with identified stakeholders in budget making process.
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Undertake any other assignment
related to these duties.
Minimum Academic Requirement
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University Degree in a relevant field
of study; Economics, Law, Finance or Accounting.
Specialist Training
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Training in Tax Administration
Minimum Years of Relevant
Experience
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At least 3 years of experience in
relevant fields.
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Must have working experience in
middle level position.
Competencies required for this Role
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Excellent planning and organizational
skills.
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Ability to work under pressure.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and
strong oral and written communication skills
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Team player, focused and result
oriented with high integrity.
·
Computer literate
How To Apply
Inorganic Chemicals Supervisor
Department: Strategy Innovation
& Risk Management
Division: Laboratory and
Scientific Services
Section: Testing Laboratory
Reports to: Assistant Manager,
Inorganic Chemicals and Materials
Direct reports: 1 Officer
– Officer, Inorganic Chemicals and Materials
Responsibilities
Performing a variety of test and
procedures on a variety of goods and materials.
Tasks and Outputs
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Perform chemical and physical tests
and analytical procedures to determine the nature, identity and composition ofa
variety of inorganic chemicals, metals and related materials.
·
Conduct chemical and physical tests
and analytical procedures requiring the application of a variety of standard
procedures and advanced analytical instrumentation.
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Carry out background study to
determine the type and extent of analysis necessary and select test methods for
supporting revenue collection, trade facilitation and enforcement activities.
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Modify and adapt analytical
procedures and test methods to meet laboratory needs and ensure the accuracy
and validity of results.
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Prepares and standardises reagents;
maintains and calibrates instruments; orders supplies and equipment as needed.
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Ensure adherence to quality assurance
procedures and compliance with safety requirements.
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Perform necessary calculations,
review and interpret analytical results and prepare reports; and give testimony
concerning samples analysed, test methods, analyses results and conclusions.
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Perform such other duties as may be
assigned.
Skills required
Minimum qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or
equivalent qualifications.
Minimum years of experience
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Minimum three (3) years experience in
a similar role.
Competencies required for this Role
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Good organisation and planning
skills.
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Good research skills.
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Excellent computer operation and
laboratory application of software skills.
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Good numeracy and data analytical
skills.
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Attentive to detail/ good recording
of data.
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Ability to work under minimal
supervision.
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Work collaboratively with others.
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Thorough knowledge of the principles
of organic chemistry, including qualitative and quantitative analysis; chemical
laboratory procedures; and the principles and applications of advanced
analytical instruments.
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Familiar with the Harmonized System
(HS) Nomenclature and the East African Community Common External Tariff and
related regulations.
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Have demonstrated ability to independently
evaluate and select analytical methods and procedures; interpret results and
prepare reports.
How To Apply
Internal Affairs Supervisor (18 Posts)
KRA is seeking result-oriented,
self-driven individuals with high integrity to fill the following vacant
position.
Department: Intelligence &
Strategic Operations
Division: Internal Affairs
Division
Reports to: Assistant Manager,
Internal Affairs
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Investigations of corruption/economic
crimes /fraud and other aspects of unethical conduct perpetuated by the staff.
Operational Responsibilities
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Preliminary development and
assessment of information on reported or identified breaches of code of
conduct.
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Conducting of internal investigations
on corruption/fraud/economic crimes and other unethical conduct by staff
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Developing Personal and Financial
profiles
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Preparing comprehensive investigation
reports for management
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Presentation of the disciplinary
cases before the disciplinary committee or before court where necessary
·
Any other duties as may be assigned
to him/her
Qualifications Knowledge and Skills
Education and Training
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A degree from a recognized
university.
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Training in investigation of
corruption/economic crimes/asset tracing & recovery.
·
Professional qualification in a
relevant field.
·
Training in Tax and or Customs
administration/prosecution/cyber-crime investigations will be an added
advantage.
Work Experience
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At least 4 years’ experience in
investigation of corruption/economic crimes/asset tracing & recovery.
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Experience in Tax and or Customs
administration/prosecution/cyber-crime investigations will be an added
advantage.
Competencies required for this Role
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Proficiency in analytical and report
writing skills
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High level of integrity
·
Proficiency in oral and written
communication,
·
Excellent presentation and
interpersonal skills
·
Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team
player
How To Apply
Intelligence Management
KRA is seeking result-oriented,
self-driven individuals with high integrity to fill the following vacant
position.
Department: Intelligence &
Strategic Operations
Division: Intelligence
Management
Section: Intelligence Collection
Reports to: Deputy Commissioner,
Intelligence Management
Direct reports: Manager,
Intelligence collection (6).
Job Summary:
Main Responsibilities
Management of Intelligence Collection
and reporting.
Operational Responsibilities
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Developing and implementing an
effective framework for Intelligence collection and reporting.
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Overseeing development and
implementation of appropriate capacity in support of effective and efficient
collection and management of intelligence.
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Overseeing timely and effective
collection of intelligence in all areas of Authority’s interest.
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Management of effective linkages with
stakeholders including other law enforcement agencies to facilitate collection
and management of intelligence.
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Overseeing of management and
operational reporting.
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Management of resources in the
operational area.
Qualifications Knowledge and Skills
Education and Training
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Bachelor degree from a recognized
university
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Cumulative training of not less than
1 year in the areas of Intelligence, or Strategic & Security Studies.
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Training in Tax or Customs
Administration is an added advantage.
Work Experience
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A minimum of 7 years of experience in
Intelligence management.
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Experience in Strategic Security will
be an added advantage.
Competencies required for this
Role
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Honesty and integrity of character.
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Good decision making capabilities
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Good planning, organizational and
analytical skills
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Resilient, focused and results
oriented
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Excellent oral and written
communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
·
Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team
player
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Ability to build and maintain strong
relationships.
How To Apply
Technical Manager
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and
the National Treasury are seeking result-oriented, self-driven individuals with
high integrity to fill the following vacant position as part of the KRA/IFMIS
joint initiatives.
Grade: KRA ‘7’
Department: Information,
Communication & Technology
Reports to: Director – IFMIS
Job Summary
The job holder will be accountable
for:
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The oversight of the management of
systems capacity and data center environment.
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The administration and support of the
organisation’s computers and related systems.
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The design of new IT solutions,
modify, enhance or adapt systems that exist and integrate new features or
improvements to improve efficiency and productivity.
Responsibilities
Managerial Responsibilities
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Understand the varying staff
strengths.
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Build capacity of IT staff to meet
the variable needs of users, groups and offices.
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Spearhead the development of new
projects and technologies.
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Responsible for management of IT
staff their evaluation, guidance and discipline.
Operational Responsibilities
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Collaborate with software developers
and solutions architects in the development of plans for systems tests, and for
deployment of production systems, to ensure successful system launch that
enhances the quality of the organization operations.
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Advise on the efficient and effective
use of system software and operating systems in the commission, to ensure
optimal utilisation of the systems.
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Review and validate reports on system
software and hardware, to assist in the development of strategies for the
enhancement of software and hardware capability, to facilitate ICT quality
service delivery across the organization.
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Communicate with various Information
Technology teams and business unit management to keep everyone up to date on
the status of all activities thus ensuring that the business specifications are
met and delivered on time.
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Support the adoption, development and
usage of enterprise applications throughout the organization. Maintain a high
level of awareness of and enthusiasm for the applications as well as new
features and updates as they are launched.
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Responsible for application
documentation, workflow and configuration diagrams to ensure business
continuity in the organization.
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Help to establish and maintain the
strategy for the development, deployment and maintenance of university’s
applications environment that will ensure the integrity, security and privacy
of the information maintained by the enterprise.
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Develop programme s that perform
storage administration to include that of Storage Area Network (SAN) and
Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices for the organisation and maintain the
storage security, routing tables, and internet presence.
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Ensure all software is properly
licensed and up to date and oversee server and network configuration,
maintenance as well as its management.
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Keep up with current and latest
technologies and determine what new technology solutions and implementations
will meet the commission’s system requirements.
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Assist to plan, design, document and
implementation of various systems to include desktop PC’s, servers and software
applications that improve the efficiency and productivity of the commission.
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Develop, maintain and monitor
procedures for all server backups and ensure they are checked to prevent any
data loss from the organisation’s database.
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Manage the entire software and
technology-related hardware and software inventory across the organisation and
ensure license compliance.
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Make recommendations and
specifications for procurement of new equipment and manage the Data Centre
infrastructure which include to monitor the physical environment.
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Review all hardware and software
procurement and maintenance contracts, ensuring involvement and participation
of other team members as appropriate to ensure compliance and ensure that
contracts with third parties support the needs of the business.
Qualifications
Academic qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer
Science/Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Software engineering or
an equivalent from a recognised institution
Professional qualification
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Industry standard certifications such
as CCNA, CCNP, Microsoft SQL servers and databases, Oracle database 11g
administrator certified associate, Oracle database 11g administrator certified
professional or equivalent certifications and MCSE certificates.
·
Certification in Strategic Leadership
Development Programme.
Level of knowledge applied to the job
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Good knowledge and understanding of
information communication technology processing, systems, concepts,
methodologies and current trends in ICT including systems administration,
Webmaster/Graphic Design, Systems Development, Database Analysis or Network
Administration.
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Knowledge of budgeting.
Soft skills
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Communication skills
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Interpersonal skills
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Organizational skills
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Ability to work under pressure
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Ability to lead and manage teams
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Problem solving skills
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Supervisory skills
Relevant Experience Required
8 years of service , five (5) of
which should be in a comparable position from a reputable organization
How to Apply
All applications from interested and
qualified candidates must be submitted online via the process below.
ONLY shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
All applications should be submitted
online by 13th February, 2019.
We are an equal opportunity employer
committed to gender and disability mainstreaming. Persons with Disability are
encouraged to apply.
KRA does not charge any application,
processing, interviewing or any other fee in connection with our recruitment
process.
