Inorganic Chemicals Supervisor at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Performing a variety of test and procedures on a variety of goods and materials.

Tasks and Outputs

• Perform chemical and physical tests and analytical procedures to determine the nature, identity and composition ofa variety of inorganic chemicals, metals and related materials.
• Conduct chemical and physical tests and analytical procedures requiring the application of a variety of standard procedures and advanced analytical instrumentation.
• Carry out background study to determine the type and extent of analysis necessary and select test methods for supporting revenue collection, trade facilitation and enforcement activities.
• Modify and adapt analytical procedures and test methods to meet laboratory needs and ensure the accuracy and validity of results.
• Prepares and standardises reagents; maintains and calibrates instruments; orders supplies and equipment as needed.
• Ensure adherence to quality assurance procedures and compliance with safety requirements.
• Perform necessary calculations, review and interpret analytical results and prepare reports; and give testimony concerning samples analysed, test methods, analyses results and conclusions.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Skills required

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent qualifications.

Minimum years of experience

• Minimum three (3) years experience in a similar role.

Competencies required for this Role

• Good organisation and planning skills.
• Good research skills.
• Excellent computer operation and laboratory application of software skills.
• Good numeracy and data analytical skills.
• Attentive to detail/ good recording of data.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Work collaboratively with others.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of organic chemistry, including qualitative and quantitative analysis; chemical laboratory procedures; and the principles and applications of advanced analytical instruments.
• Familiar with the Harmonized System (HS) Nomenclature and the East African Community Common External Tariff and related regulations.
• Have demonstrated ability to independently evaluate and select analytical methods and procedures; interpret results and prepare reports.