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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 decisio...

Responsibilities or duties

The jobholder is responsible for leadership and management of International tax programmes in line with tax law, policies and procedures, to enhance tax compliance and enforce accurate reporting.

• Responsible for articulation of the strategic direction for the International Tax programme.
• Oversee the development of strategies and standards in transfer pricing including Advance Pricing Arrangement (APAs).
• Provide comprehensive policy analysis and advice the Treasury and, where appropriate, design and recommend amendments to legislation on all issues of cross border taxation through the Corporate Tax Policy unit.
• Oversee the implementation of Country-by-Country reporting requirements, international tax audits, technical forums and tax dispute resolution mechanism.
• Oversee the review of areas identified for the implementation of the base erosion and profit-shifting project including the peer reviews of the minimum standards.
• Provide leadership in coordination and supervision of the utilization of the Exchange of Information (EOI) manual and international standards for exchange of information.
• Oversee the development and implementation of policies, strategies, standards, guidelines, innovations and automation on international tax in line with best practices and negotiate identified areas in international instruments including treaties and model treaty framework.
• Provide leadership in the performance of the roles of the Authorized Competent Authority Representative for international tax matters.
• Oversee the development of risk frameworks to mitigate against emerging risks in the digital economy and cross border dealings to guard against any tax revenue leakages.
• Provide leadership in the development and institute comprehensive policy analysis and advice the relevant authorities on legislative and procedural amendments on matters of cross border taxation.
• Provide leadership in the execution of risk management policy and strategies that ensure the Division has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls and business continuity.
• Provide leadership to ensure continuous improvement of business processes and controls in the division and develop mechanisms for corporate consultations, increase public participation and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs
• Provide leadership in the Division through supervision, coaching, mentoring, training and development of the divisional staff to ensure an effective and motivated team.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Person specifications:

For appointment to this job, the candidate must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in relevant Social Sciences, Business, Pure and Applied Sciences from a recognized and accredited institution.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Professional qualification and membership to a relevant professional body in good standing.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution 2010.

Key competencies:

• Strategic leadership skills, managerial capabilities & Negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen / business orientation
• Innovative thinking
• Organizational skills
• Resilience and Adaptability
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
• Customer-Centrism Approach
• Professionalism, Ethical Judgment and Integrity

Experience needed

Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, at least five (5) of which should be in senior and/or middle management levels.

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• Responsible for articulation of the strategic direction for the International Tax programme.
• Oversee the development of strategies and standards in transfer pricing including Advance Pricing Arrangement (APAs).
• Provide comprehensive policy analysis and advice the Treasury and, where appropriate, design and recommend amendments to legislation on all issues of cross border taxation through the Corporate Tax Policy unit.
• Oversee the implementation of Country-by-Country reporting requirements, international tax audits, technical forums and tax dispute resolution mechanism.
• Oversee the review of areas identified for the implementation of the base erosion and profit-shifting project including the peer reviews of the minimum standards.
• Provide leadership in coordination and supervision of the utilization of the Exchange of Information (EOI) manual and international standards for exchange of information.
• Oversee the development and implementation of policies, strategies, standards, guidelines, innovations and automation on international tax in line with best practices and negotiate identified areas in international instruments including treaties and model treaty framework.
• Provide leadership in the performance of the roles of the Authorized Competent Authority Representative for international tax matters.
• Oversee the development of risk frameworks to mitigate against emerging risks in the digital economy and cross border dealings to guard against any tax revenue leakages.
• Provide leadership in the development and institute comprehensive policy analysis and advice the relevant authorities on legislative and procedural amendments on matters of cross border taxation.
• Provide leadership in the execution of risk management policy and strategies that ensure the Division has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls and business continuity.
• Provide leadership to ensure continuous improvement of business processes and controls in the division and develop mechanisms for corporate consultations, increase public participation and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs
• Provide leadership in the Division through supervision, coaching, mentoring, training and development of the divisional staff to ensure an effective and motivated team.

• Strategic leadership skills, managerial capabilities & Negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen / business orientation
• Innovative thinking
• Organizational skills
• Resilience and Adaptability
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
• Customer-Centrism Approach
• Professionalism, Ethical Judgment and Integrity

• A Bachelor’s degree in relevant Social Sciences, Business, Pure and Applied Sciences from a recognized and accredited institution.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Professional qualification and membership to a relevant professional body in good standing.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution 2010.