Deputy Commissioner – Support

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.

Only candidates who meet the above role specifications and competencies should apply enclosing their detailed cover letter, CVs, photocopies of their academic/professional qualifications. Daytime and reachable telephone and/or mobile numbers/ and email address should be clearly stated.

Applications should reach the undersigned not later than, Friday, 5th August, 2022.

Applicants should send the hard copies to the address below or use the following specified email addresses to apply. ([email protected])

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ONLINE APPLICATION SYSTEM IS CURRENTLY UNDER MAINTENANCE – DO NOT USE ONLINE APPLICATION
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The Commissioner General
Zambia Revenue Authority
P. O. Box 35710
LUSAKA