Deputy Commissioner – Support Zambia Revenue Authority

DEPUTY COMMISSIONER – SUPPORT ZRA02 (1 Position(s))

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Liaising with regional trading blocks, multilateral and bilateral organisations such as COMESA, SADC on international agreements;
• Coordinating policy formulation on tariff classification and valuation;
• Providing appropriate advice to the Commissioner – Customs Services on all policy matters relating to the area of responsibility;
• Coordinating and reviewing Customs procedures;
• Coordinating national budget amendments;
• Formulating and implementing risk management framework in all Customs operations;
• Developing and implementing compliance strategies;
• Providing leadership and motivation to staff;
• Establishing and maintaining effective liaison with people in the local industry and all stakeholders in trade to ensure harmonious relationship; and
• Ensuring adherence to policies with regard to classification and valuation.

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate or General Certificate of Education (GCE) Equivalent;
• University Degree with bias in Accountancy, Banking & Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Law or professional qualifications plus post graduate training;
• Masters’ Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Minimum of Six (6) years relevant post-qualifying work experience at middle management level;
• Good understanding of Customs policies and procedures; Good appreciation of operations of regional trading blocks, multilateral and bilateral organisations; and
• Practicing certificate/professional membership where applicable.
• OTHER SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
• Leadership and management skills;
• High level of integrity;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Planning and organisation skills; and
• Proactive and able to manage change.