KRA Research, Statistics & Policy Assistant 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:

Assistant Manager - Research, Statistics & Policy
KRA '5'

Purpose of the job: At this level, the incumbent identifies areas of research and make recommendations to management and independently plan and conduct major and complex on-going research projects. 

They plan and design the research methods, establish procedures to assure the quality of data and approve the results of research projects. 

Planning and conducting research projects and coordinating the developments, implementation and evaluation of KRA research and analysis programme.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates planning research and statistics function
• Assist in scanning and analyzing operating environment affecting revenue performance.
• Coordinate preparation of corporate plan/operational plans.
• Carry out policy analysis affecting KRA operations.
• Maintain a data bank of relevant revenue statistics.
• Compile semi/annual statistical bulletin.
• Liaise with Treasury, DBK and other’ stake holders for statistical enquiries.
• Ensure accurate and timely production of trade reports.
• Conduct relevant surveys.
• Prepare relevant reports. .
• Any other duties assigned by 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 from a
• recognized university
• Management course
• Computer Literacy in packages such as SPSS and E-Views
• 2 years experience as a Supervisor.

Competencies

• Knowledge in Research and Corporate Planning Management concepts
• Experience in applying advanced research and planning techniques in a corporate environment
• Demonstrate leadership and managerial competences
• Understand KRA’s core business
• Be customer focused
• Have personal management and communication skills
• Must demonstrate high integrity standards
• Must be conversant with the departmental mandate and business information system
• Fair understating 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.