Comission on Revenue Commission Director Research and Knowledge Management Jobs in Kenya

Comission on Revenue Commission Director Research and Knowledge Management Jobs in Kenya

Reporting to the Commission Secretary/CEO, the job holder will be responsible for driving independent research to continually build and update the stock of knowledge needed by the Commission’s directorates responsible for implementing it’s constitutional mandate as envisioned in the CRA Act.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure preparation and execution of annual research program of the Commission.
  • Research Programs shall have clear links with the Commission’s broader mandate and
    be synchronized such that research outputs are ready on time for realization of other
    mandates.
  • Develop suites of modelling for policy simulation and forecasting, design, preparation
    and dissemination of analytical economic work and reporting including,
    macroeconomic modelling and forecasting.
  • Offer support to the CRA team by contributing to policy notes, studies and reports on
    a wide range of issues and specifically on fiscal policies, tax spending, equity, natural
    resource revenue management, economic diversification, productivity and fiscal
    decentralization.
  • Oversee the preparation of the Directorate’s budget and implementation of the
    financial plan for inclusion in the Commission’s budgetary cycle.
  • Champion the development of internal capacity within the Commission for collection
    or acquisition and management of data bases relevant for discourse on devolution and
    fiscal decentralization.
  • Seek out, establish and nurture the Commission’s participation in relevant local,
    regional and global research network.
  • Propose and manage the Commission’s round of technical presentations.
  • Propose and implement production of periodic publications such as journals, articles
    and policy briefs that are instrumental in growing and consolidating the Commission’s
    profile within the devolution space.
  • Prepare Commission papers on topical issues, analytical findings as may be required
    from time to time.
  • Provide leadership and management of the Research Team of the Commission.

    Academic Qualifications:
  • A PhD in either Economics or Statistics from a recognized University.

    Experience, Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
  • At least ten (10) years’ post PhD experience in a reputable organization, preferably in
    a research role.
  • At least five (5) years of work experience in supervisory role.
  • At least ten publications in refereed Journals.
  • Demonstrated track record in producing user friendly written outputs.
  • A good understanding of econometrics and ability to use standard econometrics
    software to conduct research and modeling such as STATA/SPSS, RATS and CATS.
  • Knowledge and experience in
    development arena – Ability to understand policy
    making process, distil operationally relevant recommendations for stakeholders.
  • Policy Dialogue Skills: Ability to identify assess and engage policy issues and play an
    active role in dialogue with a broad range of stakeholders.
  • Lead and innovate – Develops innovative solutions to entrench devolution.
  • Demonstrable ability to build cohesive teams and to achieve goals through teamwork.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and facilitation skills and result oriented and
    ability to work under pressure.
  • Be a person of integrity and effective interpersonal skills.

    How to Apply:
  • Interested Candidates Who Meet the Requirements Are Required to Submit Their
    Application Together With Current Curriculum Vitae That Contains Details of Qualifications,
    Experience and Positions Held Relevant to This Role;
  • Copies of Certificates and Testimonials;
  • Current Remuneration, Telephone and Email Contacts and Names and Contacts of Three
    Professional Referees.
  • Only Shortlisted Applicants Shall Be Contacted to Provide Clearance From the Following

    Institutions:

  • Kenya Revenue Authority;
  • Directorate of Criminal Investigation;
  • Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission;
  • Higher Education Loans Board;
  • Credit Reference Bureau.
  • You May Visit Our Website Www.crakenya.go.ke for Complete Details of the Application
  • Application Should Be Addressed to the Chairperson, Cra and Be Sent by Post or Hand
    Delivered to the Commission Offices at 14 Riverside Drive by 30th July 2019 at 5.00 Pm.

    As Follows:

  • Application for the Position of (Insert Appropriate Position) to the Chairperson Commission on Revenue Allocation
  • 14 Riverside Drive
  • Grosvenor Block
  • P.o. Box 1310 - 00200
  • Nairobi.
  • Only Shortlisted Candidates Will Be Contacted.
  • If You Do Not Hear From Us in the Next
  • Three Months From the Date of This Advertisement, Then Consider Your Application
    Unsuccessful.
  • The Cra is an Equal Opportunity, Gender Sensitive and Compliant Employer
  • For more information and job application details, see; Comission on Revenue Commission Director Research and Knowledge Management Jobs in Kenya

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