Compliance Officer Responsibilities Take Center Stage in Tanzania, United Republic of

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In a move aimed at bolstering corporate governance and risk management, the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has announced a vacancy for a Compliance Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing various key responsibilities that ensure TRA’s compliance with laws, regulations, and international best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and reviewing TRA’s Risk Management Policy in line with government guidelines and international standards
• Overseeing the implementation of a risk management framework that aligns with the policy
• Developing and implementing data policies and processes to guarantee data quality assurance
• Coordinating the implementation of business continuity management and quality management systems
• Managing business intelligence solutions and data analytics to inform strategic decision-making
• Overseeing risk management programs aimed at enhancing the organization’s risk culture

Role Overview

As Chief Compliance Officer for TRA, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with:

• Laws and regulations
• Circulars
• Quality standards
• Procedures
• Adopted non-binding rules

The officer will also develop policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance and provide regular reports to management and the TRA Board on policy implementation and compliance status.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or postgraduate diploma in a relevant field such as economics, actuarial science, accountancy, finance, business administration, taxation, statistics, information technology, or operational research
• Minimum of ten years’ working experience, with at least five years at managerial level
• Excellent English and Swahili language skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should have:

• Strong leadership and management skills
• Ability to manage a team of staff
• Familiarity with TRA governance policies and guidelines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

This vacancy presents an opportunity for experienced professionals to join a leading government agency and make a significant impact on the country’s corporate governance landscape.