Chief Manager – Premier Tax Office (North of Nairobi -NON) at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for Leading and formulating strategic plans, policies, procedures and best practice for the Premier tax office and implementation of the Plans and procedures.

Key responsibilities of the job

• Day to day Operation, supervision and Management of performance and development of staff in Premier Tax Office.
• Ensure full operationalization of Premier Tax office through Review of Framework and related operational documents.
• Co-ordination and Management of mobilization and collection of revenue to meet the set targets for Premier Tax Office
• Monitor staff performance through Revenue performance Reports to improve staff performance in Premier Tax Office.
• Ensure Identification and Recruitment of Potential High Net-Worth Individuals to Premier Tax Office.
• Co-ordination and Management of mobilization and collection of revenue to meet the set targets for Premier Tax Office and CGT for North of Nairobi.
• Evaluation of staff performance using staff appraisal tools to track and improve staff performance.
• Facilitate implementation of the work plans for the following corporate initiatives in the Division: Audit, Integrity, QMS and Risk Management.

Professional/years of experience qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university.
• A Master’s Degree and/or professional qualifications will be an added advantage.
• Well trained/ experienced in the field of taxation.
• Should have a good understanding of revenue statutes administered by the Kenya Revenue Authority.
• At least seven (7) years’ work experience in tax administration, with three (3) being at management level.

The ideal candidate should possess the following characteristics:

• Strong administrative, managerial and leadership skills.
• Excellent decision-making skills and capabilities.
• Good planning, organizational and analytical skills.
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Must be a person of integrity.
• Must be Computer literate.