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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has called for applications from experts aiming to occupy open positions at both assistant and management levels.
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The main tax-collecting agency of the government requested candidates to provide their educational and work-related paperwork by June.
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KRA, employing more than 8,000 professionals nationwide, stated clearly that it does not impose any charges for recruitment.
Japhet Ruto, who works as a journalist for ChinPao.co.ke, has accumulated more than eight years of experience in finance, business, and technology reporting both within Kenya and internationally.
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced multiple permanent and pensionable management roles for professionals looking to further their careers across various sectors.
How to submit an application for KRA positions
KRA, employing more than 8,000 experts nationwide, invited eligible applicants to apply via their online recruitment platform by Monday, June 2nd.
The main tax-collecting agency of the government posted the job openings on its website and established June deadlines for applicants to submit their resumes along with additional educational certifications.
As KRA aims to enlist accomplished, proactive, energetic, and seasoned professionals with strong ethical standards for various open roles, interested candidates should submit their applications by June 2nd,” according to an announcement on MyGov.
What positions did KRA announce they were hiring for?
1. Manager, domestic taxes
The person in this role will oversee and guarantee the effective execution of initiatives related to local taxation.
Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in project management, IT, computer science, engineering, or business.
- A minimum of five years’ experience, including at least two years as an assistant manager.
2. Manager, Revenue Support and Fraud
The person in this role will uphold the accuracy of tax procedures, develop revenue protection methods, guarantee adherence to tax policies, and minimize financial losses through sophisticated data analysis techniques.
Requirements:
- A minimum of five years’ experience, including at least two years serving as an assistant manager.
- Bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, Artificial Intelligence, finance, accounting or economics.
3. Manager -managing vulnerabilities and providing investigative support
The person in this role will develop and implement strategies for efficiently handling technical vulnerabilities within the organization’s business systems and IT framework.
Requirements:
- A prospective applicant needs to hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business Information Technology.
- A minimum of five years’ experience, including at least two years serving as an assistant manager.
4. Deputy Manager – overseeing initiatives for both large & medium taxpayers (LMT) as well as micro & small taxpayers (MST) projects
The person will oversee the effective planning, implementation, monitoring, and completion of projects designed to enhance taxpayer engagement.
Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in commerce, business administration, or a similar discipline.
- Four years of pertinent professional experience, including at least one year in a managerial role.
5. Deputy Manager, Service Desk
The person in this role will oversee shared services, central planning, and guarantee the fulfillment of service requests.
Requirements:
- Four years of pertinent professional experience, including one year in a managerial role.
- A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information and communication technology (ICT), business informatics, computer forensics, or intelligence management.
Which other jobs did KRA declare vacant?
- Manager – quality assurance, release, change & configuration management.
- Assistant manager – business application support.
- Associate Manager – System Administration.
- Associate Manager – Capacity Management & Business Continuity
- Deputy Manager – Cloud Architecture & Technology Platform
- Deputy Manager for Data Governance
- Associate Manager – Business Intelligence Platform Engineering
- Assistant manager for library user services and outreach.
Why You Should Revamp Your Resume
Simon Ingari, an associate specializing in career development, recommended that job seekers tailor their resumes specifically for the positions they apply for.
He emphasized again that for candidates to be successful, they ought to eliminate unnecessary details from their CVs.
“Adding irrelevant job experiences might overcrowd your CV and distract from your main strengths. Including outdated details such as your religious beliefs, hobbies unconnected to the role, and primary schooling after graduation should be avoided,” he explained to ChinPao.co.ke.
What were the names of other organizations that posted job openings?
As reported earlier, Kenya Airways has declared openings for positions aimed at professionals across various sectors.
The Kenya Institute of Mass Communication was looking for both experienced professionals and new graduates.
The office of the Attorney General likewise welcomed submissions for 22 vacant positions.
