Deputy Commissioner – Trade Facilitation at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Job Purpose

This role is responsible for provision of strategic oversight and management of the Human Resources function in the Authority

Purpose of the job

• This role is responsible for provision of strategic oversight of trade facilitation initiatives in compliance with national and international trade treaties and conventions

Key Responsibilities of the job

• Overseeing trade facilitation programs and initiatives, management of remissions and exemption regimes.
• Oversee customs bonds management.
• Oversee coordination of departmental taxpayer services programs.
• Establish and maintain liaison and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance effective Customs operations.
• Oversee analysis and implementation of legislation and policy guidelines and strategies for smooth running of Customs operations.
• Mobilize revenue collection arising from trade facilitation.
• Facilitate implementation of corporate initiatives in the division: Audit, Integrity, QMS and Risk Management.
• Drive initiatives to improve ethics, culture and facilitate change management.
• Provide regular reports and advice on trade facilitation related matters to the KRA Management

Academic qualification:

• A Bachelor’s degree in business or related field from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage

Professional qualification / Membership to Professional Bodies:

• Postgraduate Diploma/ Certificate in Customs Administration.
• Membership in a recognized professional body.
• Work Experience
• Minimum of 10 years work experience in similar role with at least five (5) years at a senior management level in a comparable organization.

Competencies.

• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Independent minded, ethical and of high integrity
• Ability to identify and deal with operational risk