Manager - Organic Chemicals and Materials Job at Kenya Revenue Authority - Career Opportunity in Kenya

Vacancy title:
Manager - Organic Chemicals and Materials

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Public Administration, and Government , Category: Management ]

 

Jobs at:

Kenya Revenue Authority

Deadline of this Job:
29 February 2020  

Duty Station:
Within Kenya , Nairobi , East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, February 20, 2020 , 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.
Managing testing laboratory and provision of analytical service. .

Tasks and Outputs:
• Plan, organize and coordinate the performance of laboratory testing activities to establish the nature and description of a wide variety of organic chemicals and related materials.
• Provide analytical and technical advisory service for supporting revenue collection, trade facilitation and enforcement activities.
• Provides motivation and direction for developing new laboratory techniques and improvement of existing techniques to enhance testing capacity.
• Develop and implement annual procurement plan and ensure effective management of inspection and testing resources.
• Prepares testing laboratory operations budget, and evaluates and recommends acquisition of equipment, supplies and services.
• Evaluate staff performance through the review of completed work assignments and initiatives, and develops training programs for laboratory scientists.
• Develop and implement quality management procedures to ensure reliable and scientifically credible test results, and safety.
• Liaising with relevant agencies and organizations on matters related to scientific research and laboratory testing.


Competencies required for this Role:
• Excellent supervisory skills.
• Ability to plan and schedule own work and that of direct reportees.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent research skills.
• Excellent numeracy and data analytical skills.
• Attentive to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work collaboratively with others.
• Sound knowledge of chemistry and analytical techniques needed to support the administration of tax laws and related policies.
• Good knowledge and experience in the Harmonized System (HS) Nomenclature and familiar with relevant tax laws and related regulations.
• Ability to plan, organize and oversee laboratory operations and interpret scientific concepts.
• Be proactive with good analytical and problem solving skills.


Minimum qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field.
• Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• At least five (5) years relevant experience with two (2) years at assistant manager level.


Job Education Requirements: Not Specified


Job Experience Requirements: Not Specified


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 


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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 29th February 2020
Duty Station: Nairobi
Posted: 20-02-2020
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 20-02-2020
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 20-02-2065
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