Fiscal Policy Officer at Kenya Association of Manufacturers

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the preparation, collation, validation and submission of the annual National and EAC Fiscal Budget for members to the Government
• Managing and supporting KAM members in the EAC Duty Remission Scheme processes
• Coordinate the process of the comprehensive review of the EAC Common External Tariff (CET) on behalf of KAM and members
• Conducting research and writing position papers on political and economic policy issues particularly those affecting the business environment and the entire industry
• Preparation of Fiscal Policy related seminars and workshops for KAM members
• Engaging KAM members through committees and sectors on issues affecting business which includes KAM sector meetings and the Trade and Tax Committee Identifying
• performance gaps, instituting reviews and ensuring that membership retention and recruitment objectives are met in a timely manner.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Executive. 

Requirements and Personal Attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics or Business-related field
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a similar field At least 3 years’ experience in a supervisory role. Training in a management is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of the Kenyan taxation laws
• Knowledge of the EAC Customs Management Act, EAC Common External tariff, EAC duty remission Regulations
• Research and Advocacy skills
• Analytics skills
• Knowledge in Statistical analysis
• Certification in statistical analysis packages, Domestic taxes/customs training
• Knowledge and skills in International and Regional Trade regimes including COMESA, SADC etc. Free Trade Agreements, EPAs
• Advanced computer skills for data processing