Deputy Commissioner, Enforcement and Prosecution

About the position

The jobholder shall be responsible for actualising the strategic direction in prosecuting criminal violations of the revenue statutes and enforcement in accordance with applicable laws on the criminalisation of Tax offenses and global best practices to enhance taxpayer compliance and foster confidence in business.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation and review of strategies, policies, work plans, operational guidelines, standards and procedures to optimize efficiency of operations, compliance and enhance control systems in the Division.
• Steer the development, implementation, and review of Enforcement and Prosecution processes and systems to increase efficiency in the Investigations Division's operations to support revenue collection.
• Guide in the research and preparation of legal and advisory opinion on technical matters relating to Customs and Tax prosecutions.
• Ensure compliance with the key prosecutorial instruments, including the national prosecution policy, the code of conduct & ethics for prosecutors, and the KRA prosecution policy.
• Spearhead formulation, implementation and review of the Divisional annual work plans, budgets and procurement and asset disposal plans.
• Provide leadership in the execution of risk management policy and strategies to ensure the Division has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls and business continuity.
• Provide leadership to ensure continuous improvement of business processes and controls in the division and develop mechanisms for corporate consultations, increase public participation and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs.
• Oversee implementation of adopted principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines, and directives within the Division.

Person specifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Social Sciences from a recognised and accredited institution.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must have a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law.
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, at least five (5) of which should be in senior and / or middle Management levels.
• Must have professional qualification / membership to a professional body and be in good standing.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution 2010

 Key competencies:

• Strategic leadership skills and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen / business orientation.
• Innovative thinking.
• Organisational skills.
• Resilience and adaptability.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Customer-centric approach.
• Professionalism, ethical judgment and integrity.