JOB PURPOSE: 

To manage the day-to-day activities for the effective and efficient functioning of the investigations process and enforcement related issues to provide expertise and undertake   investigations and enforcement related issues.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and manage full-time investigations processes, ensuring they are executed in a sensitive and confidential manner and with the highest levels of efficiency and propriety, through the use of investigating tools and methodologies including:
• Conducting field enquiries such as site visits and surveillance.
• Conducting interviews and record statements with potential witnesses and the subjects of investigations.
• Contacting various government and non-government agencies to obtain records as required during the course of an investigation.
• Conducting proactive research into the background of individuals, companies and general background relating to an investigation task allocated.
• Researching and acquire databases available internally and externally, that would assist in investigations.
• Handle complaints allocated and generate follow-up reports on actions taken.
• Manage the chain of custody, security and storage of evidence relating to investigations.
• In collaboration with the divisional head and other technical officers, develop and implement, appropriate policies and standards for the Department.
• Assist the divisional head with the preparation of tactical and Strategic reports resulting from investigations done by the Department.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including law enforcement authorities (MAT), banks and other parties as necessary to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of the investigation process.
• Compile investigation files for prosecution and prepare concise and timely reports on activities related to investigations as required.
• Attend court, TAT, ADR and other legal proceedings to provide evidence on matters relating to the investigations done by the department or as may be required.

• Perform any other duty incidental to achievement of the job purpose.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Academic qualification:

• A university degree in law, Business Administration, Economics, Criminology or related field from a recognized institution.
• Professional qualification from recognized institution.

Professional qualification:

• Training in Tax Law, Fraud Investigations training, Intelligence collection and management.

Professional experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in Fraud investigations.

Job Application Guidelines

Registration:

• Go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login and then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process.
• After registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration.

Log on:

• After registration go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login
• Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account.
• After successful log in, the system will open the ‘Applicant Cockpit’.

Candidate Profile (To create or update applicant detail):

• On the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page, go to the tab ‘Candidate Profile’.
• Click on ‘My Profile’ to create and update your profile.
• Follow the instructions to complete your profile.
• The process will end by clicking the tab “Overview and Release”.
• Ensure you click the check box on the page to complete the profile.

Application process:

• To view the open job postings, click on the tab ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page.
• Under the heading ‘Job Search’ click the ‘Start’ button to view all available vacancies.
• Click on the Job posting to display the details of the position.
• To apply for the position, click ‘Apply’ button at the top of the page.
• Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application.
• Kindly note that all mandatory fields must be completed.
• To complete the process of application, click the ‘Send Application Now’ button after reviewing and accepting the ‘Data Privacy Statement’.

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