Assistant Manager – Data Policies and Processes at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Job Purpose

• This position is responsible for creation and management of Data policies, standards and processes. This will ensure that sufficient Data quality, availability are maintained so that Data can effectively support KRA’s business process. 

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Development and implementation of the data governance framework
• Development of the data governance policies and procedures
• Engaging data stewards to champion data quality in the various departments
• Development and management of an enterprise business glossary or data dictionary
• Change management in terms of handling of data to meet the objectives
• Drive initiatives to improve ethics, culture and facilitate change management in the unit.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Day-to-day operations, supervision, management of performance and development of staff in the unit
• Facilitate implementation of the work plans for the following corporate initiatives in the unit: Audit, Integrity, QMS and Risk Management.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• A university degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics or related field from a recognized institution.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP) or any other equivalent Professional qualification
• Membership of a relevant professional body.

Previous relevant work experience required.

• At least 4 years relevant work experience, 1 of which should have been at Supervisory level..

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• People management skills
• Risk management and analysis
• Results driven and analytical
• Strong decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Technological ability
• Tax business understanding
• Taxpayer compliance