Job Opportunities at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) - 3 Positions

Grade: KRA ‘3’
Organization: Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Department: Strategy, Innovation & Risk Management
Division: Inspection & Testing
Location/Work station:Nairobi
Supervisor: Supervisor, Inspection & Testing

Responsibilities for the Inspection & Testing Manager Job

• Determining the chemical characteristics, physical properties and composition of a variety of assigned samples
• Performing chemical analyses and physical testing requiring the application of established procedures and analytical instrumentation.
• Selecting techniques and methods to suit the unique requirements of samples and ensure the accuracy and validity of results.
• Preparing samples, solutions, reagents and standards; care and check performance of laboratory equipment and apparatus; and collect samples for analysis.
• Adhering to quality assurance and safety procedures to ensure the validity of test results and safety of the work environment.
• Performing calculations prepare reports and maintain records of test results; and give testimony regarding samples analysed, test methods and results.
• Performing such other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications for the Inspection & Testing Manager Job

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent qualifications.
• One to three years relevant experience.

Competencies/Personal Traits

• Ability to plan and schedule own work and that of direct reportees.
  Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Have computer operation and application skills.
• Good research skills.
• Good numeracy and data analytical skills.
• Attentive to detail/ good recording of data.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Work collaboratively with others.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of organic, inorganic, analytical and physical chemistry.
• Ability to learn and observe health and safety precautions; perceive colour; read laboratory instruments; and handle delicate instruments, glassware and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions; and to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.

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Grade: KRA ‘7’

Organization: Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Department: Strategy, Innovation & Risk Management
Division: Inspection & Testing

Supervisor: Deputy Commissioner – Inspection & Testing
Supervisee: Manager, Inspection & Technology

Responsibilities for the Inspection Technology Chief Manager Job

• Providing technical leadership in development of inspection technology and solutions.
• Developing strategies, objectives and implementing plans for development of inspection solutions to enforcement of tax and Customs legislation.
• Provides technical support in application and maintenance of enforcement and interdiction technology tools and solutions.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams responsible for developing and implementing inspection and detection techniques for monitoring goods.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure quality of inspections and safety of the work environment.
• Building technical capacity for the inspection and interdiction technology.
• Evaluating technological advances and developing inspection and detection capacity for service improvements.
• Preparation and administration of the division budget and monitors implementation of work plan.
• Setting staff performance targets, evaluating performance and managing staff training and development.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure quality of inspections and safety of the work environment.
• Establishing and maintaining liaison with relevant government agencies and other organisations on matters related to inspection and interdiction techniques.
• Preparation of management reports, and review technical recommendations and correspondences.
• Performing such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications for the Inspection Technology Chief Manager Job

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics or related field.
• Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• At least twelve (12) years relevant experience with three (3) years at managerial level or equivalent.

Competencies/Personal Traits

• Broad knowledge of scientific inspection systems, and familiar with legal aspects of inspection technologies.
• Ability to interpret scientific concepts, formulate and implement scientific programs and solutions to support administration of tax and border control policies.
• Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with third parties and staff.
• Excellent decision making capabilities.
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.

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Grade: KRA ‘6’
Organization: Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Department: Strategy Innovation & Risk Management
Division: Business Process and Information
Location / Work station: Inspection and Testing Centre
Supervisor: Chief Manager-Inspection Technology
Supervisee: a) Assistant Manager – Border Control Inspections b) Assistant Manager – Commodity Sector Inspections

Job Summary

Development, implementation and maintenance of inspection techniques.

Responsibilities for the Inspection Technology Manager Job

• Planning, organizing and coordinating technical inspection activities to support enforcement of tax and border control policies.
• Providing inspection and technical advisory service to support compliance management and interdiction operations.
• Assessing technical needs for development of technical inspections capacity.
• Preparing and recommending inspection technology operations budget, and management of inspection technology resources.
• Developing and implementing annual procurement plan and ensuring availability of equipment, supplies and services.
• Evaluating staff performance through the review of completed work assignments and initiatives, and developing staff skills.
• Developing and implementing quality management procedures to ensure quality of service delivery and safety of work environment.
• Liaising with relevant agencies and organizations on matters related to inspection and interdiction techniques.
• Preparing technical and management reports; providing expert testimony regarding application of inspection techniques and findings.
• Performing such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications for the Inspection Technology Manager Job

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics, physics or related field.
• Masters degree will be an added advantage.
• At least twelve (12) years relevant experience with three (3) years at assistant manager or equivalent level.
• Skills required Sound knowledge of principles of sciences applied inspection and interdictions technologies.
• Good knowledge and experience in a variety interdiction and investigation tools.
• Proactive with good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to plan and schedule own work and that of direct reportees.
• Ability to plan, organize and oversee unit operations and meet deadlines.
• Excellent research skills.
• Excellent numeracy and data analytical skills.
• Attentive to detail.
• Excellent supervisory skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work collaboratively with others.