Deputy Commissioner, Cargo Scanning Job KRA

December 2, 2025 •

Posted 2 months ago

Job Description

Administration Jobs. KRA Jobs

Job Summary

  • The jobholder shall be responsible for overseeing cargo scanning and monitoring operations, image analysis, rapid response units (RRUs), electronic cargo tracking, cargo reconciliation, and implementation of the National Integrated Scanner Solution within the Authority.

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  • Oversee cargo scanning and monitoring operations, image analysis, cargo reconciliation and implementation of the National Integrated Scanner Solution within the Authority.
  • Coordinate acquisition, maintenance and decommissioning of scanners.
  • Coordinate Supervision of all Rapid response units (RRUs) and scanner filed operations.
  • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders on cargo scanning and monitoring.
  • Coordinate and implementing intelligence activities and reports.
  • Coordinate preparation of periodic statutory reports on Cargo Scanning & Monitoring.
  • Coordinate monitoring of all goods under Customs control which includes: issuance, maintenance, arming and disarming of seals.
  • Coordinate implementation of Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System.
  • Coordinate day-to-day operations, implementing performance management systems, supervision and development of staff. 
  • Develop budgets, work plans, collection of revenue and ensuring efficient and effective utilization of resources.
  • Foster positive corporate culture, ethics, change management and ensuring implementation of effective quality and risk management systems

For appointment to this job, the candidate must have:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in relevant social sciences, Business, Pure and Applied Sciences from a recognized and accredited institution.
  • A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, at least five (5) of which should be in senior and/or middle management levels.
  • Professional qualification and membership to a relevant professional body in good standing.
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution 2010.

 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

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The deadline for submission of application is Wednesday, 24 December 2025, 23:59pm EAT. 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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