Deputy Commissioner – Risk Management at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Kenya Revenue Authority seeks a self-driven and performance oriented individual to fill the position of Deputy Commissioner – Risk Management within the Customs and Border Control Department. Reporting to the Commissioner Customs and Border Control, the job holder will be responsible for providing leadership and coordination of all activities of the Risk Management Division.

Key responsibilities of the job

1. Development and implementation of the Customs operational risk framework
2. Coordinate the consolidation of business intelligence data and analysis and maintenance of risk profiles
3. Manage the post clearance audit and debt management function
4. Establish liaison and maintain an effective working relationship with stakeholders in Government and other agencies
5. Advise the Commissioner Customs and Border Control on all matters relating to risk management for the Customs and Border Control Department
6. Manage operational aspects of the division that include the attainment of performance targets, administration and organisation of staff in the Division

Professional qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, security or related disciplines from a recognized university.
2. A Post Graduate Diploma in Tax Administration will be an added advantage
3. At least ten years work experience, with five being at management level

Person specifications

The ideal candidate should possess the following characteristics:

1. Strong leadership skills
2. Strategic agility and strong interpersonal skills.
3. Focused and result driven individual. 
4. High integrity
5. Team player

DEADLINE 15th March 2022