Department

Customs & Border Control

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

About the position

The jobholder shall be responsible for providing strategic leadership in the trade facilitation function of the Customs and Border Control Department, and oversee the implementation of trade facilitation initiatives in compliance with national and international trade treaties and conventions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee trade facilitation programs and initiatives in Customs &Border Control Department.
• Oversee analysis and implementation of legislation and policy guidelines and strategies for smooth running of Customs operations.
• Spearhead formulation, implementation and review of the Divisional annual work plans, budgets and procurement and asset disposal plans.
• Provide leadership in the execution of risk management policy and strategies that ensure the Division has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls and business continuity.
• Provide leadership to drive continuous improvement of business processes and controls within the division, while establishing effective mechanisms for corporate consultations and enhancing public engagement in Customs & Border Control policies and programs.
• Oversee implementation of adopted principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines, and directives within the Division.
• Oversee robust performance management within the division through providing oversight of the delivery of the annual performance contract.
• Provide leadership in the Division through supervision, coaching, mentoring, training and development of the divisional staff to ensure an effective and motivated team.
• Oversee and spearhead implementation of Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programs and trusted trader schemes.
• Oversee implementation of Pre-Arrival Process, Port & Northern Corridor Community Charter and export management programs.

Person specifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in either Business, Finance, Law, Social Sciences or related fields from a recognised institution.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must have a certificate in Customs administration.
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, at least five (5) of which should be in senior and / or middle Management levels.
• Must have professional qualification / membership to a professional body and be in good standing.

 Key competencies:

• Strategic leadership skills and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen / business orientation.
• Innovative thinking.
• Organisational skills.
• Resilience and adaptability.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Customer- centric approach.
• Professionalism, ethical judgment and integrity.

The deadline for submission of application is Monday, 7 July 2025 at 12.00AM (Midnight). Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

No hard-copy applications are accepted. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Successful candidates will be required to fulfil the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya prior to appointment. They will require:

• Valid certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
• Valid clearance certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Valid tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Current clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Current Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

 

If you feel you have the necessary qualifications and motivation to thrive in this crucial position, we encourage you to apply. please download the form provided below, fill it out in a Word document, and email to executiverecruitment@ke.pkfea.com

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