Revenue Specialist (Mzuzu)

The Revenue Development Foundation is made up of a team of experienced professionals specialized in the provision of government administrative systems to low-income countries. These systems allow local councils to efficiently administer their revenues from property tax and business licenses, introducing accountability and better services to its citizens.

The Revenue Specialist will be based in Mzuzu City Council, Malawi. The specialist will manage the RDF revenue mobilization project, building capacity to manage revenues from property tax and engage the citizens in tax compliance for improved service delivery. The Specialist will be working as part of a project team, with support from  Senior Advisors, GIS experts and programme staff.

The position is for one year, starting with a 4 months volunteer period and thereafter remuneration of USD 2,500 per month. During the volunteer period, a USD 1,000 stipend will be provided, including all other entitlements. Accommodation will be provided. International expatriate health and accident insurance is included. Transportation in-country is also provided for.


Responsibilities

•    Work with council staff to generate results and positive changes in accountability and citizen service-orientation.
•    Ensure delivery of results according to defined targets and milestones.
•    Utilize and further develop methodologies and tools to supporting institutional capacity development with RD systems.
•    Ensure proper documentation, training materials and information materials in general.
•    Any other responsibilities as assigned by the programme team.


Requirements
•    Bachelor degree in public administration or related field. Master degree preferred.
•    Sound understanding of efficient institutional regulations, procedures and processes.
•    Excellent communication skills.
•    Good ICT literacy skills and experience of working with IT systems.
•    Active interest in issues related to international development.
•    Ability to work in different social and cultural environment.


Job Email id: vacancies(at)revenuedevelopment.org