EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The
Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) was established under The Tanzania
Revenue Authority Act (Revised Edition of 2006). The Authority is a
semi-autonomous agency of the Government of Tanzania responsible for the
administration of the Central Government taxes as well as several
non-tax revenues.
The
functions of TRA include among others, assessing, collecting and
accounting for all Central Government Revenue; Administering effectively
and efficiently all the revenue laws of the Central Government;
Advising the Government on all matters related to fiscal policy;
Promoting voluntary tax compliance; Improving the quality of services to
the tax payers; Counteracting fraud and other forms of tax evasion and
Producing trade statistics and publications.
TRA’s
ambition is to become an efficient, customer-focused and people-centred
organization comparable with its counterparts in the emerging economies.
To achieve this, the Authority is basically guided by three strategic
themes namely Convenience; Compliance and Continual Improvement.
TRA is
seeking to recruit dynamic, strategic, experienced and qualified
Tanzanians with strong credentials to fill positions in Customs and
Excise and Human Resource and Administration Departments. Applications
are therefore invited from suitably qualified Tanzanians for the
following positions.
1. Deputy Director Administration (DDA)
Position Summary
Assist
the Director Human Resources and Administration (DHRA) to strategically
lead the department by participating in the development and
implementation of strategies, policies and procedures on Management of
One Stop Boarder Posts (OSBPs), the Authority Estate, Fleet and General
Administration Services for enhancement of good working environment to
TRA staff, Boarder Agencies and other stakeholders.
Key responsibilities will include:
•
Assist in the development and review of objectives, targets and
standards, policy and procedures; with a particular emphasis on
productivity and individual performance.
•
Ensure that One Stop Border Posts (OSBPs) are operating smoothly in
keeping with the approved OSBP Policy, Agreed standards (with the
stakeholders) and good practices on OSPB management.
•
Develop strategy to ensure that the Authority complies with the best
environmental and safety standards and relevant legislation.
•
Ensure timely preparation of statement of requirements for OSBPs
Management, the Authority Estate, Fleet and General Administration
Services needed for smooth, effective and efficient operations.
•
Manage the refurbishment and maintenance of OSBP and TRA Estate, Fleet
that include Vehicles, Boats and Motor Cycles, Heavy Duty Scanners, and
Generators according to approved Policy and Guidelines.
•
Ensure timely preparation of statement of requirement for OSBPs, for
OSBPs, TRA Estate state, fleet and general administrative services
required by the Authority and monitor effective implementation.
•
Ensure that complete inventories of Physical Assets covered under the
scope of OSBP management and those for TRA own use is available for
operational and accounting purposes.
• Perform other duties assigned the Director Human Resources and Administration.
Key qualifications, experience and competencies
•
Advanced Diploma or Degree in Engineering or Architecture or
Quantity Surveying or Land Management and Valuation or Transport
Management or its equivalent from a recognized Higher Learning
Institution or University.
•
Master’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture or Quantity Surveying or
Land Management and Valuation or Transport Management or Business
Administration or its equivalent from a recognized Higher Learning
Institution or University.
• Registration with relevant Professional Bodies.
• Qualification and experience in Project Management or Real Estate Management will be an added advantage.
• Eight (8) years of work experience, four (4) of which should be at managerial level
• Excellent analytical and budgeting skills.
• Strong leadership, Team building and Interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage change and risks in a reputable large size organization.
• Effective communication skills coupled with the ability to effectively network with stakeholders.
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2. Deputy Commissioner Trade Facilitation And Procedures (DCTFP)
Position Summary
To
provide effective and efficient facilitation and control procedures;
give guidance on all technical issues related to Customs procedures on
issues arising due to adaptation of new technology in customs operation;
advise on revision of Customs procedures so as to cope with the
contemporary Customs administrative challenges and; ensure that Customs
operations and procedures abided by international conventions have been
ratified.
Key Responsibilities will include
• Manage and coordinate activities of Trade Facilitation and Customs procedures.
•
Assist in the determination and review of Departmental policies and
procedures regarding trade policy and administration, regional and
international agreements, tariffs, valuations, and preferential
policies.
•
Assist in the determination and review of departmental policies and
procedures regarding imports, exports, warehousing and transit
management.
• Initiate the review and determination of departmental policies regarding ruling and dispute procedures.
• Review and recommend agents’ accreditation and other licensing arrangements.
•
Initiate, and where appropriate lead meetings and seminars with
stakeholders in relation to Customs services, processes and procedures
aimed at enhanced trade facilitation.
•
Provide technical expertise in the determination and review of
departmental policies and procedures regarding management of exemptions,
drawbacks, refunds and rebate systems.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Commissioner Customs and Excise.
Minimum qualifications, experience and competencies
•
Advanced Diploma or Degree in Taxation, or Customs or Economics or
Business Administration or Law or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or
its equivalent from a recognized Higher Learning Institution or
University.
•
Masters’ Degree in Taxation or Customs or Economics or Business
Administration or Law or International Trade or its equivalent from a
recognized Higher Learning Institution or University.
• Eight (8) years of work experience, four (4) of which should be at managerial level.
• Postgraduate Diploma or Knowledge in Taxation or Customs will be an added advantage.
• Excellent analytical and budgeting skills.
• Strong leadership, Team building and Interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage change and risks in a reputable large size organization.
• Effective communication skills coupled with the ability to effectively network with stakeholders.
If you
believe you are the right candidate for any of the above position,
kindly submit your application with a detailed CV, photocopies of
academic certificates and testimonials, names of three referees with
their contacts, and state your current position, e-mail and telephone
contacts. Applications should be submitted to the address below not
later than 15th October, 2015.
An
attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities
of the job will be negotiated with the right candidate.
The Commissioner General
Tanzania Revenue Authority
Sokoine Drive
P. O. Box 11491
Dar es Salaam
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