Inspection Technology Chief Manager at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Grade: KRA ‘7’

Organization: Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Department: Strategy, Innovation & Risk Management
Division: Inspection & Testing

Supervisor: Deputy Commissioner – Inspection & Testing
Supervisee: Manager, Inspection & Technology

Responsibilities for the Inspection Technology Chief Manager Job

• Providing technical leadership in development of inspection technology and solutions.
• Developing strategies, objectives and implementing plans for development of inspection solutions to enforcement of tax and Customs legislation.
• Provides technical support in application and maintenance of enforcement and interdiction technology tools and solutions.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams responsible for developing and implementing inspection and detection techniques for monitoring goods.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure quality of inspections and safety of the work environment.
• Building technical capacity for the inspection and interdiction technology.
• Evaluating technological advances and developing inspection and detection capacity for service improvements.
• Preparation and administration of the division budget and monitors implementation of work plan.
• Setting staff performance targets, evaluating performance and managing staff training and development.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure quality of inspections and safety of the work environment.
• Establishing and maintaining liaison with relevant government agencies and other organisations on matters related to inspection and interdiction techniques.
• Preparation of management reports, and review technical recommendations and correspondences.
• Performing such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications for the Inspection Technology Chief Manager Job

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics or related field.
• Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• At least twelve (12) years relevant experience with three (3) years at managerial level or equivalent.

Competencies/Personal Traits

• Broad knowledge of scientific inspection systems, and familiar with legal aspects of inspection technologies.
• Ability to interpret scientific concepts, formulate and implement scientific programs and solutions to support administration of tax and border control policies.
• Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with third parties and staff.
• Excellent decision making capabilities.
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.