Deputy Commissioner – Trade Facilitation (Authorised Economic Operator, Pre- Arrival Clearance, Port Charter) at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Kenya Revenue Authority seeks a self-driven and performance oriented individual to fill the position of Deputy Commissioner – Trade Facilitation (Authorised Economic Operator, Pre- Arrival Clearance, Remissions and Port Charter) within the Customs and Border Control Department. Reporting to the Commissioner- Customs & Border Control. The job holder will be responsible for coordinating Trade Facilitation Programme initiatives in compliance with national and international trade treaties and conventions on behalf of the Authority.

Key responsibilities of the job

1. Development and implementation of Pre-Arrival Clearance and AEO Programmes that guide the application, interpretation of Customs Laws and compliance
2. Ensure compliance with Trade Facilitation Agreements and Port Charter Commitments related to Customs management.
3. Coordination of all operational aspects of the Division that include the attainment of performance targets, administration and organisation of staff in the Division
4. Oversee and implement the development of strategies and interventions to facilitate exemptions & remissions
5. management of Remissions and Exemption regimes for the Department
6. Oversee the vetting of exemptions from the National Treasury & other institutions and process as appropriate.
7. Coordination of the duty remission scheme vetting and draft gazette notices for approval at EAC in Arusha
8. Oversee Customs bonds management in the Division 

Professional qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in a Business related discipline from a recognized university.
2. A Post Graduate Diploma in Customs 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