National Land Commission Jobs in Kenya

Pursuant to Article 252 1(C) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and National Land Commission Act of 2012, the Commission invites applications from suitable candidates for the following positions:

Valuation & Taxation Directorate

1. National Land Commission Chief Valuation and Taxation Officer Jobs in Kenya - NLC Grade (5) Five - (2) Posts

An officer at this position is responsible for coordinating land valuation and taxation activities
within a given schedule.

Gross Salary Scale for the position of Principal Valuation Officers (Min Kshs. 132,000 – Max
Kshs. 207,000)

Duties and Responsibilities

Undertake valuations for compulsory acquisition and easements, valuations for ground rents and standard premium for land allocations and lease renewals, to ensure the taxes paid are based on accurate information

Prepare advisory valuations for market value or rental to National and County governments, to ensure the decisions on land made by the governments are well
informed and consider the interests of all stakeholders

Compile project reports to ensure the projects are monitored along timelines and quality standards

Receive and address public enquires and complaints on land valuation and taxation matters, and provide redress mechanisms, to ensure the needs of all stakeholders are
fully attended to

Undertake valuation inspections on the ground to ensure the valuations are done in line with the commission quality standards for enhanced service delivery to all stakeholders.

Prepare work plans for assigned projects to ensure the projects are delivered in a timely manner and with consideration to high quality standards

Undertake valuation for stamp duty on land transactions to ensure the correct taxes are paid

Undertake valuation for property taxation to project both the state and public from unfair taxation practices

Collect and maintain property data to ensure the data is accurate, complete, and safe from access by unauthorized persons

Supervise the senior Valuation Officers and Valuation Assistants to ensure that the schedule for gazattment for intension is in line with the provided details i.e cadastral maps, plans and land office/Registry searches

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Bachelors’ degree in land Economics or Real Estates from recognized institution.

Must be a licensed valuer with up –to date certificates from institute of Surveyors of Kenya and Valuers Registration Board.

Must have served as a real Estates Valuer for at least Six years, three (3) of which must have been at a Senior Management Level.

Knowledge of the relevant legislation

Knowledge of professional standard

Attributes/Skills

Should possess the following skills

Good communication both verbal and written skills,

Should possess problem solving skills

Supervisory skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work well with team

Interpersonal skills

Meet the requirement of chapter six(6) of the constitution of Kenya

2. National Land Commission Senior Valuation and Taxation Officer Jobs in Kenya - NLC Grade (6) - Four (4) Posts

An officer at this position is responsible for provision of valuation services, valuation records management and assist the valuation technician to prepare and monitor individual work plans.

Gross Salary Scale for The position of Senior Valuation and Taxation Officer (Min Kshs. 90,000 – Max Kshs. 130,000)

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist the valuation Technician to prepare work plans in line with the directorate overall work plan, to ensure delivery of service by the officer in line with timelines
and quality standards

Implement

Constitutional and Statutory provisions on valuation and taxation of land at National and County governments levels, to ensure minimal exposure to risks
associated with non-compliance

Maintain a databank of property values and ensure the databank is updated, maintained, and security of the records enhanced at the area of posting

Value ground rents and stand premium payable for new land allocations and lease renewals, to ensure the correct amount is paid to the state by the public

Value stamp duty payable on land transactions to ensure both the state and the public are protected from erroneous stamp duty figures

Undertake Valuations for compulsory acquisitions and easement, to ensure the decisions made on the processes are well informed

Undertake valuations for taxation , to ensure the taxation process is guided by accurate information that support the commissions attainment of strategic objectives

Prepare monthly reports on work undertaken to determine alignment of individual activities with the directorate work plan , and to ensure adherence to quality standards

Direct enquiries from the public on land valuation and taxation matters to the appropriate offices ,to support the delivery of timely and quality services to the public in line with the commission customer service standard

Monitor the performance of the Valuation Technician , and support the develop of the technician , to enhance performance

For Appointment to this grade, a candidate must poses:

Relevant Bachelors’ degree from a recognized institution

Associate or technical member of institute of Surveyors of Kenya

Three years’ experience in general valuation

Should possess the following skills:

Good communication both verbal and written skills,

Should possess problem solving skills

Supervisory skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work well with team

Interpersonal skills

Meet the requirement of chapter six(6) of the constitution of Kenya

If you possess or meet the above qualifications,

Send your application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae including names of three referees and their full contacts (name, post office box number, email address, and telephone/mobile phone contact;

Copies of academic certificates and testimonials;

Certificate of good conduct, clearance from HELB, EACC, Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) and KRA Tax Compliance Certificate.

All applications should include job reference numbers (on the envelop and Application letter), a reliable email address and day-time telephone contact.

Please Note that it is a criminal offence to provide false information and documents in the application.

The National Land Commission is an equal opportunity employer; women, people from marginalized areas and Person living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The applications should reach the office of the Secretary/ CEO, National Land Commission
by close of business on 2nd March, 2017.

The Secretary/CEO National Land Commission
1st Ngong Road, Ardhi House
12th Floor, Room 1205
P.O Box 44417-00100
Nairobi

For more information and job application details, see; National Land Commission Jobs in Kenya

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