JOB PROFILE<\/p>\n
In pursuit of the goals above, KRA seeks to recruit the Commissioner General who, as Chief Executive Officer, will lead the institution through its transformative journey. The Commissioner General as the Chief Executive Officer is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Authority, the management of its funds and property and for providing leadership to the Authority\u2019s staff. He\/she will ensure that the Authority operates in line with its Vision\u00a0\u201cAn agile tax and customs revenue agency facilitating voluntary compliance for all\u201d.<\/p>\n
The Commissioner General is the Accounting Officer of the Authority and is a member of the Kenya Revenue Authority Board.<\/p>\n
RESPONSIBILITIES<\/p>\n
The job will involve the following responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tEfficient and prudent Management of funds and property of the Authority;
\n\tProvide leadership in identifying Key Result Areas, and rally staff towards delivery of the Authority\u2019s goals;
\n\tPromote revenue collection activities in line with Government of Kenya targets;
\n\tFoster a conducive environment that encourages compliance with Tax and Customs legislation;
\n\tPromote tax administration practices that facilitate trade and business growth;
\n\tBuilding and sustaining sound working relationships with Government agencies, taxpayers and other stakeholders;
\n\tAs Chief spokesperson for the Authority, promote a positive image of the institution;
\n\tServing as the Authority\u2019s ambassador on Tax and Customs matters at both regional and international levels;
\n\tEnsure there is effective communication between management and the board; and between different levels of management and staff;
\n\tMaintain a conducive work environment to attract, retain and motivate employees, and foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate governance;
\n\tFacilitate the preparation of budgets, operational proposals, annual plans, and corporate policies, for discussion by the board and promptly implement decisions and resolutions adopted by the board;
\n\tConsistently strive to achieve the financial, revenue targets and other operating goals of the Authority;
\n\tSpearhead the Authority\u2019s digital transformation agenda;
\n\tPerform such other functions as the board may assign from time to time.<\/p>\n
QUALIFICATIONS<\/p>\n
\tBe a Kenyan Citizen;
\n\tFirst Degree from a reputable accredited University.
\n\tMasters\u2019 Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Law or in a relevant field.
\n\tAt least fifteen (15) years working experience of which ten (10) must be at senior leadership level in large public or private entities
\n\tDemonstrate compliance with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 and The Leadership and Integrity Act and
\n\tKnowledge of Fiscal and Tax Policy and Administration shall confer an added advantage.<\/p>\n
KEY COMPETENCIES<\/p>\n
\tAbility to conceive, communicate and implement initiatives with broad strategic impact;
\n\tServe as transformation catalyst and possess the ability to drive innovation and manage change;
\n\tAbility to effect positive culture change in the organisation;
\n\tBe performance driven with ability to optimize results through teams,
\n\tDemonstrate ability to liaise with top levels officials in government, public and private sectors;
\n\tHave the ability to withstand pressure, stand by principle and be resilient;
\n\tHave strong ability to persuade and influence others;
\n\tPossess high standards of integrity and ability to instil the same among teams,
\n\tDemonstrate strong problem-solving decision skills and;
\n\tPossess strong interpersonal, team building and communication skills.<\/p>\n
Apply Through:<\/p>\n
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