Testing Laboratory Job. KRA

Chief Manager – Testing Laboratory Jobs, KRA Jobs

Responsibilities

• Providing technical leadership in provision of testing laboratory service to support revenue and enforcement functions of the Authority.

Tasks and outputs

• Develops functional objectives and implements plans for provision of laboratory testing service.
• Provide science based consultancy service to support interpretation and application of tax and border control policies.
• Provides direction and operation guidance for the testing laboratory.
• Develops, recommends and implements laboratory testing policies and procedures.
• Directs the evaluation of technological advances and changes in services to support business process improvements.
• Plan and direct research and development appropriate to laboratory testing function.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure quality of testing and safety of the work environment.
• Establish and maintain liaison with relevant government agencies and other organisations on matters related to laboratory testing and related technology.
• Performing such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or Applied Chemistry.
• Masters degree will be an added advantage.
• At least twelve (12) years relevant experience with three (3) years at managerial level.

Competencies required for this Role

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise.
• Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with third parties and staff.
• Excellent decision making capabilities.
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Broad knowledge of chemistry, good knowledge in the Harmonized System (HS) Nomenclature and familiar with relevant tax laws and related regulations.
• Excellent ability to interpret scientific concepts, formulate and implement scientific programs and solutions to support administration of tax and related policies.

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