Job Purpose
This role is responsible for overseeing the Functions and Operations of the Litigation Section, provision of legal advice, preparation of legal documents and guiding litigation.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
Formulate and implement strategies for the Litigation Section
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
Manage the pre-litigation process between KRA and other parties and render advice to avoid unnecessary litigation.
Manage the Litigation function.
Preparation of the Section’s work plan and budgets.
Manage compliance with agreed systems and procedures to enhance efficient and effective prevention and execution of business risks.
Manage research and review of legislation that impacts KRA and recommend any necessary amendments.
Manage stakeholder engagements (External Counsel, Judiciary, DPP, EACC, AG).
Manage the preparation of Memoranda of Understanding, bilateral and multilateral legal instruments with tax implications.
Manage post litigation revenue recovery on concluded cases by revenue Departments.
Manage the drafting of pleadings and defenses.
Day-to-day operations, supervision, management of performance and development of staff in the Section
Facilitate implementation of the work plans for the following corporate initiatives in the Section: Audit, Integrity, QMS and Risk Management
Job Dimensions:
Responsibility for Physical Assets
Responsible for physical assets assigned by the institution.
Provide oversight for all sectional physical assets.
Decision Making / Job Influence
Make strategic, financial and operational decisions
Assigns work to subordinates
Monitors subordinates work performance
Appraises/evaluates subordinate’s performance
Working Conditions
Works predominantly within the office
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills)
Academic Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution
Master’s degree in a relevant discipline will be an added advantage
Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
Post Graduate Diploma in Law
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
Possess a valid Practicing Certificate (LSK)
Computer literate.
Leadership, Management and Governance courses.
Previous relevant work experience required.
Minimum of seven (7) years post-admission experience in commercial law and litigation practice.
Three (3) being at the management level in a comparable organization.
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes
Strong leadership and people management skills
Trial advocacy skills
Understanding of tax legislation
Tax business understanding
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
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships
Apply via :
www.kra.go.ke