The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) was established by an Act of Parliament, Chapter 469 of the laws of Kenya , which became effective on 1st July 1995 . The Authority is charged with the responsibility of collecting revenue on behalf of the Government of Kenya. A Board of Directors, consisting of both public and private sector experts, makes policy decisions to be implemented by KRA Management. The Chairman of the Board is appointed by the President of the Republic of Kenya . The Chief Executive of the Authority is the Commissioner General who is appointed by the Minister for Finance. PURPOSE OF KRA Assessment , Collection, Administration and Enforcement of laws relating to revenue.

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Assistant Manager – Production Team at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Job Purpose

The main purpose of this role is to manage the KRA multimedia portfolio and provide leadership to the production team. The key outputs will include short videos and documentaries. The outcome of this role is to ensure proper documentation through varied media channels of KRA’s history for posterity in line with KRA’s corporate agenda.

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Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Lead strategic planning on the production of all content and channels
• Develop and implement a media production framework / policy
• Review and implement the Media Production Service Level Agreement (SLA)
• Develop and implement media production guidelines
• Act as the focal point for all internal and external media production projects for digital, print and audio outputs

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• Enforce timely delivery of well researched, well planned and professionally produced productions
• Responsible for the day-to-day running of the production unit and management of the team and developing new, creative and efficient ways of working
• Oversee the inputs, outputs and outcomes of the media team (photographers and videographers)
• Monitor all media productions and implement a quality control framework
• Oversee the set-up, operation and set-down of production equipment during production
• Prepare and maintain various production reports for submission to supervisor

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• Review and or re-write scripts, giving regular feedback to the production team
• Ensure health and safety guidelines are adhered to at the production site
• Draw media production plans to support communication campaigns
• Supervise, motivate and review team performance and ensure periodic production meetings and reports
• Identify training needs/gaps of team
• Support the KRA leadership to implement policies, programs, strategies
• Any other duty other duty as assigned to you by your Supervisor from time to time

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Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility

• Develop media budget proposals for consideration in the Annual Procurement Plan (APP)
• Implement approved media budgets

Responsibility for Physical Assets

The job holder is responsible for:

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• All media recording and production equipment
• Computers and any other office equipment assigned to the job holder

Decision Making / Job Influence

• Managerial and operational decisions

Working Conditions

• The work condition for this role is both office setting and outdoor conditions

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Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Media Production, Communication or Media Studies or any other related field from a recognized institution

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Professional certification in media production preferable
• Membership in Media Council of Kenya or Public Relations Society of Kenya or any other media professional body is preferable

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Previous relevant work experience required.

• At least 4 years’ experience in media production of which 1 year should be at supervisory role

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• Planning and organization skills to be able run and monitor the production process
• Knowledge of photography and video production principles, practices and techniques
• The capacity to grasp concepts easily

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• Knowledge of audio/photography/video editing software and equipment
• The ability to act decisively and solve staff or equipment-related problems
• Creativity and attention to detail to ensure high levels of quality
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work schedules
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to build relationships and communicate across teams at all levels
• Strong negotiation skills for getting equipment within budget and at the right time
• The ability to work under pressure and motivate others to meet tight deadlines
• Commitment to personal learning, development and improvement in pursuit of own objectives and those of the team and organization

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Method of Application