The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) was established by an Act of Parliament, Chapter 469 of the laws of Kenya , which became effective on 1st July 1995 . The Authority is charged with the responsibility of collecting revenue on behalf of the Government of Kenya. A Board of Directors, consisting of both public and private sector experts, makes policy decisions to be implemented by KRA Management. The Chairman of the Board is appointed by the President of the Republic of Kenya . The Chief Executive of the Authority is the Commissioner General who is appointed by the Minister for Finance. PURPOSE OF KRA Assessment , Collection, Administration and Enforcement of laws relating to revenue.

Purpose of the job:

Leading testing operations for the organic laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of organic laboratory testing policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Provision of science-based consultancy service to support interpretation and application of tax and border control policies.
• Development and implementation of unit laboratory equipment maintenance plan and monitor operation of analytical instruments and utilization of resources.
• Directing the evaluation of technological advances and changes in services to support business process improvements.
• Liaison with relevant government agencies and other organizations on matters related to laboratory testing and technology.
• Management of Performance, Audit, Integrity, QMS and Risk programmes.

Requirements

 Academic qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Analytical, Applied chemistry or related field from a recognized University.

Professional qualification:

• Training Knowledge in Customs Administration is an added advantage.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.

Work experience

• Minimum of seven (7) years work experience in similar role with at least two (2) years in first level management.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Technological ability and Good decision making capabilities
• Resilient, focused, results-oriented, Risk management and analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, Good planning and organizational skills