Director Valuation and Taxation at National Land Commission

Job Purpose

• The purpose of this job is to provide strategic leadership in the formulation of strategies, policies, and programs and technical expertise and coordination of the Directorate activities in line with the overall commission strategic objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Formulate policies and programs for the Directorate in line with constitutional provisions in Article 40 (3 and 4) and Article 67(g) and the Land Act 2012 provisions in Part VIII and X, Valuation for Rating Act Cap 266 and the Rating Act Cap 267 in consultation with statutory bodies and other Directorates, and provides leadership in the development, formulation and review procedures and strategies on compulsory land acquisition and taxation.
• Liaise with the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning in undertaking joint tasks and activities in land acquisition.
• Oversee implementation of Directorate’s programs to give effect to Commission’s mandate.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of a functional register of compulsorily acquired lands.
• Lead in the development of budgets and monitors implementation of planned activities in the Directorate.
• Oversee implementation of the Commission and Management Policy directions in the Directorate.
• Serve as the Secretary to the Land Valuation and Taxation Committee.
• Oversee the implementation of automation of the Directorate’s Valuation Management System.
• Coordinate and liaise with external institutions for planning and implementation of land acquisition projects.
• Supervise execution of the statutory processes of land acquisition pursuant to Part VIII of the Land Act 2012.
• Recommend valuation schedules for issuance of awards for approval of by Land Valuation and Taxation Committee.
• Manage the execution of the statutory processes of creating public rights of way (wayleaves) for acquiring bodies pursuant to Section 143-149 of the Land Act 2012.
• Liaise with the acquiring Government Agencies in implementation of the Resettlement Action Plans for projects.
• Provide leadership in the coordination of the directorate operations to ensure the directorate work plan is implemented within the set timelines and quality standards and ensures staff performance in the Directorate is managed and competencies of staff developed for enhanced service delivery.
• Provide technical advice to the Land Valuation and Taxation Committee of the Commission and Government MDAs on issues related to valuation and taxation.
• Implement the Constitution and relevant legislative provisions.
• Lead in public participation and sensitization on land acquisition and taxation matters in the Commission.
• Facilitate establishment of a database for valuation and taxation records and market values of land.
• Promote professional linkages between the Commission and related statutory bodies including; Valuers Registration Board, Estate Agency Registration Boards, APSEA, CASTLE, FIG), the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK) for seamless professional practice.
• Manage the valuation process for acquisition by National and County Governments and quasi-government bodies to ensure the procedures are conducted within the set quality standards and legal guidelines, that the state is protected from non-compliance risks, and to meet the needs of all stakeholders concerned.

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

Academic Qualifications;

• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Land Economics, Real Estate or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor degree in any of the following disciplines; Land Economics, Real Estate or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

• Certificate in a Leadership Course/Corporate Management lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Should be a full member of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya.
• Should be a registered and practicing Valuer with certification from the Valuers Registration Board and be in good standing.
• Should be Computer literate.

Previous relevant work experience required

•  The applicant should have 15 years of service, five (5) of which should be in a comparable position  in a reputable organization.

Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

• Leadership Skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of professional standard.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Team player with exemplary leadership qualities, interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills.
• Demonstrate clear understanding of the Commission’s mandate.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development objectives and ability to align them to the Commission’s mandate.
•  Possess Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.