KRA Research, Statistics & Policy Manager Job in Kenya

Kenya Revenue Authority is the principal revenue collection agency for the government of the Republic of Kenya. 

The Authority’s vision is to be the leading Revenue Authority in the world, respected for professionalism, integrity and fairness. 

The Authority is seeking a result oriented and self driven individual with high integrity to fill the following position:

Manager - Research, Statistics & Policy
KRA '6' 

Purpose of the job: In charge of Tax Administration and Corporate Planning Division. 

The Division carries out tax administration and corporate planning functions including tax administration and policy analysis, implementation and monitoring of the Authority’s corporate strategic plans and coordinate the same for other operational or tactical plans. 

The Division makes regular reports and policy recommendations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Chief Manager in carrying out planning, research & statistical functions
• Directing planning, research, tax modeling and statistics functions.
• Formulation of strategy to guide in developing Corporate / Operational plans
• Examine and analyze policy statements affecting revenue collection and tax administration.
• Analyze revenue deficits/surplus between collections and targets and identify their causes.
• Prepare monthly quarterly and annual revenue reports.
• Conduct revenue forecast and monitor revenue performance
• Scan and analyze operating environment affecting revenue performance
• Disseminate user friendly information to stakeholders.
• Prepare relevant reports.
• Any other duties assigned by Chief Manager.

Requirement for Appointment

Personnel Specifications

• Masters degree in related field from a recognized university
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics or Business related field
• Management course
• Computer Literacy in packages such as SPSS and E-Views
• 2 years experience at the level of as an Assistant Manager.

Competencies

• Ability to plan, develop and implement research and planning projects and
• present the results
• Proficiency in the use and interpretation f output of statistical analysis.
• Have Leadership and managerial competences.
• Understand KRA’s core business
• Be customer focused
• Have personal management and communication skills
• Must have shown exemplary performance and demonstrated high integrity.
• Fair understanding of various revenue Acts.

How to Apply

If you fit the required profile, please download and complete the Application Form for Employment (Click here to download) and submit to the address below to be received not later than 19th August, 2014.

Deputy Commissioner, Human Resources
Kenya Revenue Authority
Times Tower Building, Haile Selassie Avenue
P.O Box 48240-00100
Nairobi

Notes for applicants:

1. Hard copy applications are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “Application,” indicating respective position.
2. Applications may be delivered at Times Tower Building, Nairobi or sent by postal mail to the address above. Hand delivered applications will be deposited in designated boxes on the Ground Floor of Times Tower Building.
3. Applications not containing the information stipulated above or those not meeting the prescribed criteria shall not be accepted.
4. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to oral and or psychometric test interview. Only candidates who make it to the final selection list shall be contacted.
5. Canvassing shall lead to disqualification.