Kenya Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) Vacancies

The Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) is an independent commission set up under Section 215 of the Constitution of Kenya. Its core mandate is to recommend the basis for equitable sharing of revenues raised nationally between the National and the County Governments; and sharing of revenue among the County Governments.

The CRA invites applications for the position of Commission Secretary.

The incumbent will be the Chief Executive of the Commission and will be appointed on a three year term renewable on satisfactory performance. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive package.

Key Responsibilities

The Commission Secretary will work under the general direction of the Commission, and will have the following key responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage the day to day affairs of the Commission.
• Attain Commission's vision and mission through the implementation of its strategic plan;
• Mobilize and manage the resources of the Commission to achieve the core mandate;
• Prepare the Commission's Annual Plans and Estimates;
• Oversee financial and administrative management of the Commission;
• Provide requisite leadership to ensure the Commission attains a high level of competitiveness and ethical standards in all its programmes.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Competencies

• Applicants should possess at least a Masters degree in economics; finance or its equivalent from a recognized university.
  

They should also possess the following:

• At least ten years distinguished administrative experience in a public or private institution; Knowledge of national policies and strategies governing the provision of services, resource mobilization and social protection;
• Ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate researchers and consultants for the Commission;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the use of modern communication technologies and computer literacy;
• Ability to nurture partnerships and collaborative alliances with relevant stakeholders;
  
• Highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.

Terms and Conditions of Service

Interested candidates are requested to submit two (2) copies of their application together with current curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, current remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts.

Candidates should also give the names, telephone and Mail contacts of three referees who must be familiar with the candidate's previous work experience.

Applications should be addressed to the Chairman, CRA and be sent by post or hand delivered to the Commission offices at Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) by May 20, 2011:

Chairman
Commission on Revenue Allocation
KICC, 2nd Floor
Harambee Avenue
P.O. Box 1310-00200
Nairobi