Latest Recruitment at Kenya Revenue Authority

Job summary:           

The role is primarily responsible for knowledge retention and transfer processes, promoting knowledge sharing culture, awareness programmes, knowledge sharing sessions, communities of practices and knowledge groups in Domestic Taxes Department.

Key responsibilities:     

• Assist in implementation of the corporate knowledge management strategy and policy in assigned department.
• Carry out measures to promote knowledge sharing culture in the department.
• Undertake the implementation of knowledge management awareness programme
• Organize the knowledge retention and transfer workshops
• Manage the process of creation of knowledge transfer teams, knowledge capture sessions and monitor the knowledge transfer members
• Support the establishment and maintenance of communities of practice and knowledge groups in department.
• Support the creation, collection and publishing of knowledge resources in the department.
• Maintain Subject Matter Expert’s database/register.
• Liaise with the department on creation and collection of best practices and knowledge sharing success stories for publishing.
• Participate in corporate induction programme in liaison with HR and other key stakeholders
• Identify participants and organize the knowledge sharing sessions

Academic and Professional qualifications          

• Undergraduate degree in Knowledge Management, Information Science, communication, Business Management.
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Membership to a professional body in management or knowledge management.

Relevant work experience required        

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in administering

Knowledge Management practices/initiatives/tasks.

Skills required   

• Good journalistic skills
• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
• Develops high levels of credibility and accountability
• Proactive, self-motivated and passionate about the value of KM.
• Interpersonal skills and interview skills
• Good team work and collaboration skills.
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task as well as work under pressure
• Good customer-service orientation
• A person of integrity
• Futuristic & goal oriented
• Proficiency in Microsoft office

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Job summary:           

This role is responsible for implementation of innovative ideas from staff by development of business cases, conducting pilots and collaborating with key internal stakeholders in the development, implementation and undertaking M&E of innovations

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct pilots and proof of concept projects/initiatives to determine the feasibility of innovative ideas from staff prior to implementation
• Assist in maintaining the implementation plan of innovative ideas from staff in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
• Conduct engagements with internal stakeholders to review and select high impactful innovative ideas for implementation
• Maintaining database of implemented innovations
• Assist in the implementation of measures that ensure that staff are effectively rewarded in the Authority
• Prepare documentation of the Authority’s Intellectual Property Rights in liaison with key stakeholders
• Following up and undertaking monitoring and evaluation on innovative ideas recommended to user departments for implementation
• Conduct internal awareness and sensitizations aimed at fostering an innovation culture in the Authority

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Managing workflows
• Managing team schedule
• Resolving employee issues & disputes
• Evaluating performance & providing feedback
• Academic and Professional qualificationsUndergraduate/1st Degree in any field but focus on ICT or business
• Professional Qualifications in Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation or Balanced Score Card is an added advantage.

Relevant work experience required        

•   A minimum of 3 years’ work experience in innovation.
• Skills required Communication skills
• Critical Thinking
• Interpersonal Skills
• Time and Priority Management
• Problem Solving skills
• Ability to conduct business analysis and relate to core business

Additional requirements

• Passion for innovation and creative-thinking
• Forward-thinking and adaptable to dynamic situations

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Responsible for (Purpose of the job).

Providing litigation support services on matters affecting the Authority.

Tasks and outputs:

• Offer support in the research and preparation of legislation that impact on KRA and recommendations for any necessary amendments.
• Offer support in the preparation of Memoranda of Understandings, bilateral and multilateral legal instruments with tax implications.
• Represent KRA in mainstream courts, Tax Tribunals, and other courts.
• Offer support in analyzing Judgments and Rulings.
• Drafting of Pleadings and D

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
• A Post graduate diploma in Law.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Possess a valid Practicing Certificate (LSK).
• Computer literate.

Minimum years of experience

One (1) year post admission experience in commercial law and litigation practice in a comparable organization.

Competencies required for this role

• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent decision making skills and capabilities
• Excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

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Responsible for (Purpose of the job).

Providing support services on matters affecting the Authority. 

Tasks and outputs:

• Drafting and vetting of legal instruments.
• Conduct searches at various land and companies registries.
• Registration of legal instruments.
• Prepare briefs to management on matters arising from various contracts Liaise with various stakeholders (AG, PPRA, Ministry of Lands).
• Make proposals in the development of systems and procedures to enhance efficient and effective prevention and execution of business risks.

Skills required:

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
• A Post graduate diploma in Law.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Possess a valid Practicing Certificate (LSK).
• Computer literate.

Minimum years of experience

1 year post admission experience in commercial law and conveyancing practice in a comparable organization.

Competencies required for this role

• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent decision making skills and capabilities
• Excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

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Responsible for (Purpose of the job).

Providing Conveyancing services on matters affecting the Authority.

Tasks and outputs:

• Make proposals in the development of systems and procedures to enhance efficient and effective prevention and execution of business risks.
• Undertake the drafting of legal instruments.
• Supervise the searches at various land and companies registries.
• Supervise registration of legal instruments.
• Liaise with various stakeholders (AG, PPRA, Ministry of Lands).
• Prepare briefs to management on matters arising from various contracts.

Skills required:

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
• A Post graduate diploma in Law.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Possess a valid Practicing Certificate (LSK and ICPSK).
• Computer literate.
• Supervisory courses.

Minimum years of experience

3 years post admission experience in commercial law and conveyancing practice, 2 of which should be in a comparable organization.

Competencies required for this role

• Strong administrative and supervisory skills
• Excellent decision making skills and capabilities
• Excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

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Responsible for (Purpose of the job)

Implementation of Tax Dispute Management and Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR) initiatives and other activities in the section

Tasks and outputs:

• Prepare the Comprehensive Information Pack;
• Collect and collate data on Tax Disputes and ADR;
• Maintain ADR database/ record keeping of ADR deliberations;
• Schedule ADR meetings
• Prepare minutes’/progress reports of deliberations during ADR meetings;
• Draft ADR agreements
• Preparation of ADR reports
• Engaging stakeholders during dispute resolution
• Any other duties as allocated by the Manager

Skills required:

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Statistics, Law, Business Management, Engineering, Actuarial Science or Information Technology from a recognised university.
• A Masters Degree and/or professional qualifications will be an added advantage.
• Must have undertaken 20 hours of training on mediation skills
• Should have a good understanding of revenue statutes administered by the Kenya Revenue Authority.
• Should have exposure in disputes management

Minimum years of experience

2 years’ experience in tax and or customs administration in a comparable organization.

Competencies required for this role

• Strong administrative and operational skills
• Good decision making skills and capabilities
• Good planning, organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Must be a person of integrity.
• Computer literate.

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Responsible for (Purpose of the job).

Responsible for supervision of the provision of records management service to the Department.

Tasks and outputs:

• Make proposals on the Section’s work plan and budgets.
• Develop the Section’s Performance Contract and Work Plan.
• Implement policies and strategies for the Records Management Section.
• Preparation of the Registry Reports.
• Supervise the maintenance of an upto date database/register of records and files held in the Department.
• Preparation of team reports and any ad hoc reports at the request of the manager.
• Any other duty as allocated by the Manager.

Skills required:

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Science (Records Management).
• Computer literate.
• Membership to a professional body.
• Management courses.

Minimum years of experience

4 years post qualification relevant working experience, 1 year of which should be in Supervisory level in a comparable organization.

Competencies required for this role

• Strong administrative and managerial skills
• Excellent decision making skills and capabilities
• Excellent planning , organizational and analytical skills
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships

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Responsible for (Purpose of the job).

The purpose of this role is to participate in the implementation of Dispute Management and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Initiatives and other activities in the Division.

Tasks and outputs:

• Participate in the implementation of Dispute Resolution Management initiatives including Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) initiatives;
• Participate in Case Review Forum;
• Review cases for ADR suitability/unsuitability;
• Participate in preparing and reviewing of Comprehensive Information Packs (CIP) for facilitators;
• Participate in sensitization of stakeholders on ADR strategies employed by KRA;
• Review ADR settlement agreements;
• Review/ prepare technical and other reports for CTDR;
• Prepare strategic and operational reports
• Prepare sector specific issues arising out of ADR meetings;
• Assist to maintain updated reports and database for disputes handled at ADR;
• Monitoring of general performance targets for the Division;
• Assist in the Administration, monitoring and compliance function of the division.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (BCom), Finance or Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Law.
• A Master’s Degree, CPA or ACCA will be an added advantage.
• Must have undertaken 20-hour training on mediation skills.
• Computer literate.
• Management courses.
• Exposure to disputes management, resolution and mediation skills.

Minimum years of experience

Four (4) years’ experience in dispute resolution practice, One (1) of which should be in a Supervisory position in a comparable organization.

Competencies required for this role

• Strong administrative and managerial skills
• Excellent decision making and capabilities
• Excellent planning , organizational and analytical skills
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships

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Responsible for (Purpose of the job)

Oversees the Functions and Operations of the Litigation Section, provision of legal advice, preparation of legal documents and guiding litigation.

Tasks and outputs:

• Formulate and implement strategies for the Litigation Section.
• Manage the pre-litigation process between KRA and other parties and render advice to avoid unnecessary litigation.
• Manage the Litigation function.
• Preparation of the Section’s work plan and budgets.
• Manage compliance with agreed systems and procedures to enhance efficient and effective prevention and execution of business risks.
• Manage research and review of legislation that impact on KRA and recommend any necessary amendments.
• Manage stakeholder engagements (External Counsel, Judiciary, DPP, EACC, AG).
• Manage the preparation of Memoranda of Understanding, bilateral and multilateral legal instruments with tax implications.
• Manage post litigation revenue recovery on concluded cases by revenue Departments.
• Manage the drafting of pleadings and defenses.
• Promote career and continuous professional development of staff in the Section.
• Manage the general performance of staff in the Section.

Skills required:

Minimum qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is an added advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
• A Post graduate diploma in Law.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Possess a valid Practicing Certificate (LSK).
• Computer literate.
• Leadership, Management and Governance courses.

Minimum years of experience

• 7 years post admission experience in commercial law and litigation practice, 3 of which should be in a management position in a comparable organization.

Competencies required for this role

• Strong administrative, managerial and leadership skills
• Excellent decision making skills and capabilities
• Excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.

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JOB PURPOSE

This role is responsible for supervision and support of marine operations and serviceability of patrol crafts and standby generators in the assigned station.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure serviceability of patrol boats
• Carry out planned maintenance for the patrol boats
• Ensure strict adherence to planned maintenance schedules
• Bunkering of fuels –carry out fueling of patrol boats and maintain fuel register
• Carry out repairs of breakdowns on patrol boats as they occur
• Prepare weekly, monthly maintenance and equipment status reports for reports for management decision making.
• Support conduct of maritime operations

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Academic qualification:

• A Bachelors degree and certification in relevant field i.e Engineering (mechanical/Electrical/Plant/ Marine Engineering)
• A diploma in Marine, Mechanical, Plant, Agricultural, Electrical, Automotive or related engineering field from a recognized institution.

Professional qualification:

• STCW-95 Certification
• Be Registered member of Engineering body In Kenya
• Post Graduate Diploma/Certificate in Customs Administration or equivalent will be an added advantage 

Professional experience:

• STCW-95 Certification
• Be Registered member of Engineering body In Kenya
• Post Graduate Diploma/Certificate in Customs Administration or equivalent will be an added advantage

Professional experience:

• Minimum of 3 years work experience in similar role

Competencies:

• Maintenance of sea going vessels
• Knowledge in outboard as well as C15 Caterpillar engine maintenance
• People management skills
• Risk management and analysis
• Results driven and analytical
• Strong decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Customs Business Understanding

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JOB PURPOSE

The Assistant Manager Digital Communication is responsible managing the Authority’s online presence, including website, social media, and other online publications and will manage integration and automation between existing digital platforms to create effective communication channels and customer service experiences.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop overall digital communication strategy in order to create innovative content to effectively promote tax compliance
• Enhance data analytics, develop additional research and data sources as necessary, to inform content strategy development
• Define the strategy for each digital touchpoint to distribute campaigns and content effectively in order to drive engagement and grow KRA’s digital footprint
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to create visual content with fresh and innovative ideas, re-enforcing a modern, dynamic, and innovative brand image.
• Overall Administration and Management of the KRA Website and other digital properties
• Optimise web communication for SEO and organic and keyword search
• develop and implement a creative approach for direct email strategy
• Optimise KRA Blog to generate interaction and brand exposure
• Build and manage relations with industry influencers and key stakeholders, engaging in conversations with audiences and keep developing their community.
• Build and maintain KRA’S online reputation
• Keep up to date with current digital trends and developments and ensure we remain timely and current in our use of digital media.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position:

Education:

• A university degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communication, Information Technology or relevant field from a recognized institution
• Chartered Institute of Marketing or Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) will be an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years work experience in similar role with experience in digital content development and 1 year in entry level management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Candidate must be a motivated creative thinker who can multi-task at a high level and can work both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong working knowledge of HTML, Word Press, CRM and Social Media platforms
• Good understanding of WC3 guidelines, new developments in accessibility and the ability to design websites to AA standard.
• Proven understanding of search engine optimization
• Deep understanding of web metrics, digital analytics, data analysis and interpretation.
• Strong experience of initiating and running successful and innovative digital marketing campaigns.
• Strong experience of maintaining and designing websites using website content management systems and using other social media platforms
• Excellent writing and editing skills; attention to detail is essential

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Responsible for (Purpose of the job)

Oversees the Functions and Operations of the Litigation Section, provision of legal advice, preparation of legal documents and guiding litigation.

Tasks and outputs:

• Formulate and implement strategies for the Litigation Section.
• Manage the pre-litigation process between KRA and other parties and render advice to avoid unnecessary litigation.
• Manage the Litigation function.
• Preparation of the Section’s work plan and budgets.
• Manage compliance with agreed systems and procedures to enhance efficient and effective prevention and execution of business risks.
• Manage research and review of legislation that impact on KRA and recommend any necessary amendments.
• Manage stakeholder engagements (External Counsel, Judiciary, DPP, EACC, AG).
• Manage the preparation of Memoranda of Understanding, bilateral and multilateral legal instruments with tax implications.
• Manage post litigation revenue recovery on concluded cases by revenue Departments.
• Manage the drafting of pleadings and defenses.
• Promote career and continuous professional development of staff in the Section.
• Manage the general performance of staff in the Section.

Skills required:

Minimum qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is an added advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
• A Post graduate diploma in Law.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Possess a valid Practicing Certificate (LSK).
• Computer literate.
• Leadership, Management and Governance courses.

Minimum years of experience

• 7 years post admission experience in commercial law and litigation practice, 3 of which should be in a management position in a comparable organization.

Competencies required for this role

• Strong administrative, managerial and leadership skills
• Excellent decision making skills and capabilities
• Excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.