Deputy Commissioner – Tax Service Office

Purpose of the job:

The Deputy Commissioner – Tax Service Office is responsible for managing, directing and controlling all operations within the Tax Service Office.

Key Responsibilities of the job: 

Administer the relevant Acts in Domestic Revenue Mobilization.
Establish strategies to be implemented through a defined and acceptable roadmap.
Realign the strategies developed to revenue enhancement initiatives.
Lead the formulation of strategic plans, policies, procedures and best practice and work closely with departmental heads and policy unit in the formulation and implementation of the same;
Foster strong working relationships with stakeholders in the roll out of the office;
Monitor performance of the division and initiate corrective action where necessary;
Ensure the timely preparation and submission of reports (performance and compliance) and other required data.
Day-to-day operations, supervision, management of performance and development of staff in the Division 
Facilitate implementation of the work plans for the following corporate initiatives in the Division: Audit, Integrity, QMS and Risk Management. 
Development and management of the divisional work plan and budget.
Drive initiatives to improve ethics, culture and facilitate change management in the division.

The job holder should possess the following minimum qualifications: 

A Degree in Commerce, Business Administration Economics or relevant field from a recognized institution
Professional Tax Training
At least ten (10) years of relevant work experience with at least five (5) years in a Senior Managerial role.

In addition, candidates should demonstrate the following personal traits and competencies: 

Strategic agility
Excellent leadership and people management skills
Taxpayer compliance
Extensive knowledge on tax collection
Taxpayer services processing
Tax business understanding 
Political awareness
Knowledge of taxation of new emerging businesses and digital economy
Ability to identify and deal with operational risk
Results driven and analytical • Strong decision making skills
Excellent negotiation and conflict management skills
Risk management and analysis
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Apply via :

www.kra.go.ke