Vacancy title:
Deputy Commissioner – Policy and Tax Advisory (DTD)
Jobs at:
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)Deadline of this Job:
15 March 2022
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, March 10, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Kenya Revenue Authority seeks a self-driven and performance oriented individual to fill the position of Deputy Commissioner – Policy and Tax Advisory within the Domestics Taxes Department. Reporting to the Commissioner of Domestic Taxes, the job holder will be responsible for providing leadership and coordination of all activities of the Policy and Tax Advisory Division.
Key responsibilities of the job
• Development and implementation of policy and programs that guide the administration of Tax Acts for assessment and exemptions of taxes
• Review existing tax legislations and propose amendments
• Coordinate sector knowledge groups to ensure consistent application of laws, procedures and revenue mobilisation strategies across the Domestic Taxes Department
• Process and validate public education messages in relation to compliance with tax laws and procedures
• Advise the Commissioner of Domestic Taxes all matters relating to Tax Policy administration
• Manage operational aspects of the division that include the attainment of performance targets, administration and organisation of staff in the Division
Professional qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or related discipline from a recognized university.
• A Post Graduate Diploma in Revenue Administration will be an added advantage
• At least ten years work experience, with five being at management level
Person specifications
The ideal candidate should possess the following characteristics:
• Strong leadership skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Focused and result driven individual.
• High integrity
• Team player
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
Registration:
• Go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login and then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process.
• After registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration.
Log on:
• After registration go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login
• Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account.
• After successful log in, the system will open the ‘Applicant Cockpit’.
Candidate Profile (To create or update applicant detail):
• On the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page, go to the tab ‘Candidate Profile’.
• Click on ‘My Profile’ to create and update your profile.
• Follow the instructions to complete your profile.
• The process will end by clicking the tab “Overview and Release”.
• Ensure you click the check box on the page to complete the profile.
Application process:
• To view the open job postings, click on the tab ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page.
• Under the heading ‘Job Search’ click the ‘Start’ button to view all available vacancies.
• Click on the Job posting to display the details of the position.
• To apply for the position, click ‘Apply’ button at the top of the page.
• Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application.
• Kindly note that all mandatory fields must be completed.
• To complete the process of application, click the ‘Send Application Now’ button after reviewing and accepting the ‘Data Privacy Statement’.
In case of any challenges, please send your email query to isupporthr@kra.go.ke
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