Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, January 26, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) was established by an Act of Parliament, Chapter 469 of the laws of Kenya , which became effective on 1st July 1995 . The Authority is charged with the responsibility of collecting revenue on behalf of the Government of Kenya. A Board of Directors, consisting of both public and private sector experts, makes policy decisions to be implemented by KRA Management. The Chairman of the Board is appointed by the President of the Republic of Kenya . The Chief Executive of the Authority is the Commissioner General who is appointed by the Minister for Finance. PURPOSE OF KRA Assessment , Collection, Administration and Enforcement of laws relating to revenue.
Reporting to the Commissioner General, the Commissioner - Customs & Border Control will be responsible for setting the overall direction of the department and providing leadership within the context of the Authority’s overall strategic plan. .

Key Responsibilities
• Provide strategic leadership in driving the overall performance, transformation and change agenda in the Customs & Border Control Department;
• Develop and implement strategies to effectively mobilise customs revenue due from cross border trading activities and counter tax evasion;
• Facilitate trade by promoting efficient cross border movement of goods in line with Kenya’s stated international trade goals;
• Develop and implement effective border control and management strategies to secure cross border trade, and interdict trafficking in illicit and harmful products;
• Facilitate international trade by ensuring simplified and harmonized customs procedures to expedite clearance of goods;
• Drive custom’s transactional risk management strategies, and enhance inter-agency collaboration;
• Protect society and environment through enforcement of prohibitions and restrictions on illegal trade; and
• Develop and manage departmental work plan and budgets, and oversee collection, collation and compilation of trade statistics on all imports and exports.

Job Skills: Not Specified

Person Specifications
• Be a holder of a university Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Law, or related fields, from a recognized institution;
• A Master’s Degree in related fields, and professional qualification and membership to a professional body shall confer added advantage;
• Must have at least Fifteen (15) years’ relevant experience in Customs or Security Management Operations, with not less than ten (10) years in a senior leadership role, within corporate management operations in a large public or private organisation;
• Possess strong appreciation of customs practice, operations and reform agenda;
• Have a high understanding of the dynamics of illicit trade and impact on both revenue and trade;
• Must have demonstrable knowledge of the National Security management strategies and requirements; and
• Have strong leadership, team building and communication skills, with ability to persuade and influence stakeholders.

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

This appointment is on contractual terms for a period of five (5) years renewable for one (1) further term, subject to relevant public service regulations governing staff tenure. Successful applicants will be required to undergo corruption and security background vetting in accordance with KRA and Government procedures.

Work Hours: 8

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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
If you experience any delay in receiving an email notification at the end of the e-recruitment registration process, please refresh your email. In case of any challenge, please send your query to isupporthr@kra.go.ke
Kenya Revenue Authority does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, shortlisting, interviewing, and/or offer)

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