Inspection & Testing Manager at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Grade: KRA ‘3’
Organization: Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Department: Strategy, Innovation & Risk Management
Division: Inspection & Testing
Location/Work station:Nairobi
Supervisor: Supervisor, Inspection & Testing

Responsibilities for the Inspection & Testing Manager Job

• Determining the chemical characteristics, physical properties and composition of a variety of assigned samples
• Performing chemical analyses and physical testing requiring the application of established procedures and analytical instrumentation.
• Selecting techniques and methods to suit the unique requirements of samples and ensure the accuracy and validity of results.
• Preparing samples, solutions, reagents and standards; care and check performance of laboratory equipment and apparatus; and collect samples for analysis.
• Adhering to quality assurance and safety procedures to ensure the validity of test results and safety of the work environment.
• Performing calculations prepare reports and maintain records of test results; and give testimony regarding samples analysed, test methods and results.
• Performing such other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications for the Inspection & Testing Manager Job

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent qualifications.
• One to three years relevant experience.

Competencies/Personal Traits

• Ability to plan and schedule own work and that of direct reportees.
  Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Have computer operation and application skills.
• Good research skills.
• Good numeracy and data analytical skills.
• Attentive to detail/ good recording of data.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Work collaboratively with others.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of organic, inorganic, analytical and physical chemistry.
• Ability to learn and observe health and safety precautions; perceive colour; read laboratory instruments; and handle delicate instruments, glassware and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions; and to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.