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Essential Job Details
- Employer: Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Number of Vacancies: 14
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Application Deadline: 2nd June 2025
- Application Portal: BELOW
Employer Overview
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is the principal agency responsible for the assessment, collection, and accounting of all revenue due to the Government of Kenya. Established under the Kenya Revenue Authority Act, KRA plays a pivotal role in national development by ensuring effective tax administration and compliance with Kenya’s financial and tax laws.
Through its strategic initiatives, KRA has consistently enhanced revenue mobilization while improving service delivery, transparency, and operational efficiency. KRA operates under the core values of Integrity, Professionalism, Teamwork, and Innovation. As part of its ongoing efforts to build institutional capacity, the Authority is recruiting qualified, dynamic, and results-oriented professionals for various positions in its organizational structure.
This recruitment presents an opportunity for skilled professionals to contribute to KRA’s vision of being a globally trusted revenue agency facilitating Kenya’s development.
Overview of the 14 Open Positions at KRA
1. Manager – Domestic Taxes Project Portfolio
- Reference: M/PP/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee domestic taxes-related projects and ensure synergy across multiple initiatives.
- Monitor performance and develop project governance structures.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder engagement.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and strategic mandates.
2. Manager – Revenue Assurance and Fraud
- Reference: M/BA/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead initiatives in fraud detection using advanced data analytics.
- Monitor tax compliance to identify revenue leakages.
- Develop preventive strategies to enhance revenue assurance.
3. Manager – Vulnerability Management and Investigation Support
- Reference: M/VM/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and mitigate technical vulnerabilities in IT infrastructure.
- Enhance information security compliance.
- Support forensic investigations and secure digital environments.
4. Assistant Manager – LMT and MST Projects
- Reference: AM/P/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute projects targeting Large, Medium, and Small Taxpayer segments.
- Enhance taxpayer services and compliance strategies.
- Align project outcomes with KRA’s strategic vision.
5. Assistant Manager – Service Desk
- Reference: AM/SD/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the central service desk and ensure timely resolution of user queries.
- Lead shared services and coordinate service-level agreements.
- Optimize support tools and ticketing systems.
6. Manager – Quality Assurance, Release, Change and Configuration Management
- Reference: M/QA/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee quality assurance for hardware and software systems.
- Manage change, configuration, and release cycles.
- Ensure compliance with ICT service delivery standards.
7. Assistant Manager – Business Intelligence Platform Engineering
- Reference: AM/BI/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Build scalable data pipelines.
- Support data-driven decision-making.
- Monitor data integrity and availability across platforms.
8. Assistant Manager – System Administration
- Reference: AM/SA/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Configure and manage server and application software.
- Support virtualization and disaster recovery operations.
- Enhance system availability and security.
9. Assistant Manager – Data Governance
- Reference: AM/DG/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and implement data governance frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
- Lead institutional data stewardship programs.
10. Assistant Manager – Cloud Architecture and Technology Platform
- Reference: AM/CA/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and evolve KRA’s cloud infrastructure.
- Align cloud solutions with business objectives.
- Oversee cloud compliance and optimization strategies.
11. Assistant Manager – Cyber Security Operations Centre (SOC)
- Reference: AM/CS/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate 24/7 cyber defense and response systems.
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to threats.
- Manage incident detection and resolution processes.
12. Assistant Manager – Library, User Services, and Awareness
- Reference: AM/LB/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage digital and physical library resources.
- Facilitate user education and information literacy programs.
- Maintain usage statistics and user engagement reports.
13. Assistant Manager – Capacity Management and Business Continuity
- Reference: AM/CB/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure automated business continuity systems are operational.
- Monitor IT resource capacity.
- Develop and approve continuity planning protocols.
14. Assistant Manager – Business Application Support (Customs and Border Control)
- Reference: AM/BA/5/25
- Location: Nairobi
- Deadline: 2nd June 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Support customs business applications.
- Enhance and maintain system functionalities.
- Oversee deployment of system updates and modules.
Application Process and Instructions
Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official KRA careers portal. Manual applications or email submissions will not be accepted.
Application Portal:
Required Documents:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Scanned copies of academic and professional certificates
- Valid identification documents
- Testimonials and reference letters where applicable
Deadline for All Applications: 2nd June 2025
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
General Qualifications and Attributes
All candidates must demonstrate the following minimum competencies:
- Strong communication and analytical thinking skills
- Knowledge of their respective field’s tools, technologies, or frameworks
- Demonstrated track record of performance and professional ethics
- Flexibility, innovation, and the ability to work under pressure
- Proficiency in relevant software, data platforms, and information systems
- Strong organizational and leadership capabilities
KRA values integrity, performance, and public service and seeks individuals committed to excellence and innovation in their roles.
Equal Opportunity Statement
KRA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Applications are encouraged from:
- Women
- Persons living with disabilities
- Individuals from marginalized regions
KRA promotes a culture of meritocracy, accountability, and fairness in all its recruitment and staff development processes.
Why Work for KRA?
KRA offers employees a unique opportunity to be part of a mission-driven agency focused on economic transformation. Benefits of joining the KRA team include:
- Access to continuous professional development and training
- Opportunities for promotion and internal growth
- Exposure to challenging assignments with national impact
- A supportive and structured workplace culture
- Contribution to national development through effective tax administration
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