KRA Job Vacancy : Inspection Technology Chief Manager

• Company: kra
• Location: Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya
• State: Nairobi
• Job type: Full-Time
• Job category: IT/Telecom Jobs in Kenya

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.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in these positions should complete the Personal History Form to be found on the KRA Website (www. nkra.go.ke/careers) This should be submitted together with a detailed updated CV in a sealed envelope indicating the reference number.Envelopes should be addressed to:

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

All applications should be deposited in the designated box at Times Tower Building, Ground Floor. Applications must be received by 5.00 pm, Tuesday, 18th July, 2017. For more details on the above vacancies and application procedure, please visit the KRA Website www.kra.go.ke .

N.B. Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.We are an equal opportunity employer committed to gender mainstreaming and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply.KRA does not charge any applicants.