Grade: KRA 4

Department: Strategy Innovation & Risk Management

Division: Corporate Data Office

Location/Work station: Head Office Times Tower

Supervisor:

Assistant Manager – Master & Third Party Data Management

Job summary:

Develop  and build sustainable partnerships with existing and new data partners (both internal and external ) ,  that provide deterministic data to KRA

Key responsibilities:

• Take ownership for the entire engagement process from identification of potential partners to data utilization 
• Continuously identify and find solutions to close gaps in KRA  data partner sourcing process and internal systems
• Identify motivational drivers / “compelling reasons to act” across all partners  and work with key decision makers and influencers
• Ensure adhere to KRA Data policies, standards and procedures.
• Network with keys stakeholders to gather intelligence on their policies, attitudes, current and upcoming initiatives and/or innovations relevant to the Authority’s  third party data  Management strategy;
• Monitor and alert management of threats and opportunities to data resources
• Identify through research, novel ways of managing and sourcing data for improved decision making by the Authority’s policy and revenue departments
• Identify opportunities for collecting accurate and timely data from various public and private sector sources at minimum cost;

Academic and Professional qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics , Business Administration, Commerce, Communications or related academic qualification
• Membership to a  relevant Professional Body

Relevant work experience required

• Five (5)  years’ experience in a similar strategic partnership role
• Knowledge of the Data Management Platforms and Analytics solutions 
• Believe in the positive impact Data can have on revenue mobilization
• Motivated to drive continuous lead identification and prospecting through any relevant channel
• Demonstrate knowledge on most current data innovations
• Exhibit excellent knowledge of Tax and Customs procedures and consequently the information needs of both revenue units.

Skills required

• Ability to translate complex technical terminology, concepts and issues in terms understandable to technical and non-technical management and staff;
• Demonstrate ability to conceptualize and execute innovative ideas;
• Demonstrate excellent written and spoken communication skills;
• A clear understanding of the Kenya Revenue Authority’s  mandate, and automation journey and business systems;
• Strong interpersonal skills to resolve problems in a professional manner, lead working groups, negotiate and create consensus
• Leadership qualities which include team work, good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Proactive, self-motivated and adaptable to team environments
• Meticulous and with attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task as goals, develop and execute strategies, and track and measure results.

Note:

All applications from interested and qualified candidates must be submitted online via the process below.

ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

All applications should be submitted online by 5.00 pm on 5th June, 2019.

KRA is an equal opportunity employer committed to gender and disability mainstreaming. Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply.

KRA does not charge any application, processing, interviewing or any other fee in connection with our recruitment process.

Application Guidelines

Registration:

1. Go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login and then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process.
2. After registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration.

Log on:

1. After registration go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login
2. Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account.
3. After successful log in, the system will open the ‘Applicant Cockpit’.

Candidate Profile (To create or update applicant detail):

1. On the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page, go to the tab ‘Candidate Profile’.
2. Click on ‘My Profile’ to create and update your profile.
3. Follow the instructions to complete your profile.
4. The process will end by clicking the tab “Overview and Release”.
5. Ensure you click the check box on the page to complete the profile.

Application process:

1. To view the open job postings click on the tab ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page.
2. Under the heading ‘Job Search’ click the ‘Start’ button to view all available vacancies.
3. Click on the Job posting to display the details of the position.
4. To apply for the position, click ‘Apply’ button at the top of the page.
5. Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application.
6. Kindly note that all mandatory fields must be completed.
7. To complete the process of application, click the ‘Send Application Now’ button after reviewing and accepting the ‘Data Privacy Statement’.

In case of any challenge or issues, please send your email query to isupporthr@kra.go.ke