Board Coordination Deputy Commissioner
Legal Services Deputy Commissioner
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is the principal revenue collector
for the Government of Kenya with the primary goal to deliver Kenya to financial
self-sufficient through effective tax revenue mobilization. KRA is seeking
result-oriented, self-driven individuals of high integrity to fill the
positions of Deputy Commissioner – Board Coordination
Purpose of the job
Oversees the functions and operations of the Board Coordination
Division and provision of board secretarial services for KRA.
Responsibilities
·
Offer Secretarial Services to the
Board and Board Committees and KRA affiliated bodies/entities.
·
Interpret relevant legislation and
advise the Board and related Committees on changes in Law.
·
Review and advise Management and the
Board on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
·
Guide the preparation of legal
opinions and instruments.
Qualifications
The job holder should possess the following minimum
qualifications:
·
Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
·
A postgraduate diploma in Law.
·
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
·
Possess a valid Practicing
Certificate (LSK).
·
Master’s degree in a relevant
discipline will be an added advantage.
·
At least seven (7) years post
admission experience in commercial law and litigation practice.
·
At least three (3) of which should be
in a senior management position in a comparable organisation.
Competencies
·
Strong administrative, managerial and
leadership skills
·
Excellent decision making skills and
capabilities
·
Excellent planning, organisational
and analytical skills
·
Resilient, focused and results
oriented.
·
Excellent oral and written
communication.
·
Good presentation and interpersonal
skills.
·
Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team
player.
·
Ability to build and maintain strong
relationships.
Legal Services Deputy Commissioner
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is the principal revenue collector
for the Government of Kenya with the primary goal to deliver Kenya to financial
self-sufficient through effective tax revenue mobilization. KRA is seeking result-oriented,
self-driven individuals of high integrity to fill the position of Deputy
Commissioner – Legal Services.
Purpose of the job
Oversees the functions and operations of the Legal Services
Division, and provision of all legal advice on matters affecting KRA.
Responsibilities
·
Lead pre-litigation processes between
KRA and other parties and guide the preparation of Memoranda of Understanding,
bilateral and multilateral legal instruments with tax implications.
·
Review and advise management on legal
implications of internal policies and procedures.
·
Interpret relevant legislation and
advise management and relevant departments on changes in Law.
·
Make legislative proposals on
amendments of fiscal laws.
·
Monitor post litigation revenue
recovery on concluded cases by revenue departments.
Qualifications
The job holder should possess the following minimum
qualifications:
·
Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
·
A Postgraduate diploma in Law.
·
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
·
Possess a valid Practicing
Certificate (LSK).
·
Master’s degree in a relevant
discipline will be an added advantage.
·
At least seven (7) years post
admission experience in commercial law and litigation practice.
·
At least three (3) of which should be
in a senior management position in a comparable organisation.
Competencies
·
Strong administrative, managerial and
leadership skills
·
Excellent decision making skills and
capabilities
·
Excellent planning, organisational
and analytical skills
·
Resilient, focused and results
oriented.
·
Excellent oral and written communication.
·
Good presentation and interpersonal
skills.
·
Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team
player.
·
Ability to build and maintain strong
relationships.
