Officer Programs

at Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted August 24, 2024
Category Government
Management
Job Type Full-time
Currency UGX

Description

JOB DETAILS:
JOB ROLE/ PURPOSE:
Implement and Execute Tax Academy Programs required to enhance professional tax knowledge in line with the Academy’s Strategic Agenda, Policy, and any other relevant frameworks.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Participate in the design and development of the Tax Academy's Internal & External programs
• Assess the current Knowledge and skills of Tax Professionals to identify gaps

• Develop learner prospectus, curriculum, and structured program roadmaps in line with the relevant Tax practice programs, changes, and industry trends
• Coordinate the development of Tax Academy Training materials, assessment tools, guides, job aids, and manuals to be used for training/learning purposes.

• Select appropriate training techniques such as role-playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures for an improved learning experience

• Coordinate the administration of the learning management systems including preparing interactive digital content, and e-learning programs, and provide learners support for the usage of the learning management systems.

• Research industry best practices, and regulatory and accreditation requirements to stay up-to-date with industry trends
• Coordinate the maintenance of course and program materials (modules) and/or learning platforms related to Tax Academy learning program management.

2. Coordinate Tax Academy Training program Implementation

• Schedule Tax Academy training programs, workshops, seminars, program reviews, conferences, and meetings as per the approved Tax Academy Training programs
• Provide administrative support to all stakeholders; Student community, Departmental committees, consultants, service providers, alumni, and learners to ensure a smooth floor of programs & Initiatives.

• Collaborate with communication teams to promote Tax programs and events internally and externally to enhance the brand of the Tax Academy
• Prepare progress and end-of-training program reports for programs coordinated with recommendations for program delivery enhancement

3. . Assess the effectiveness of Tax Academy programs to improve proficiency in Tax Administration
• Monitor, evaluate, and record Tax Academy program activities for program effectiveness.

• Evaluate program materials prepared by instructors, such as outlines, text, or handouts to ensure appropriateness.
• Prepare program evaluation reports to inform effectiveness and impact of tax Academy programs/workshops etc.
• Develop and maintain a database of a highly skilled and professional pool of resource experts and service providers for the development of Curricula, design of the Training Programs, and delivery in line with the tax Academy Prospectus and corporate plan
• Coordinate the implementation of Learner motivation strategies to support the learners and for the development of aspiring tax professionals

Qualifications
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Essential Requirements
• An Honors bachelor’s degree or its equivalency of a Master’s degree in Business, Administration, Human Resources, Industrial psychology, Education, or any other related degree.
• At least (02) years’ experience in implementing and coordinating Learning and Development programs
• An impeccable record of integrity

Desirable Requirements
• Experience in Training and Development in a reputable Organization
• Training in Instructional Design and Curriculum development

Knowledge
• Knowledge of the Employment Act and any other labor laws applicable
• Comprehensive working knowledge and understanding of the different Training and Development strategies, policies, procedures, and practices
• Understanding of the principles for creating and maintaining digital learning platforms

SPECIFIC SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
• The incumbent should have well conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• The incumbent should possess the ability to engage, influence, and negotiate with management, staff, and other stakeholders
• The incumbent should be agile and result-oriented
• The incumbent must have good communication and presentation skills
• The incumbent should have the ability to deliver training programs and facilitate learning (through courses and other interactions with staff and managers)
• The incumbent should have good interpersonal skills
• The incumbent should have self-drive and a passion for timely results proven ability to assess client groups’ information needs and be innovative in the design and delivery of appropriate targeted solutions within an Organisation
• The incumbent should have a proven ability to write concise reports and deliver effective oral presentations
• The incumbent should have strong teamwork skills
• The incumbent should have strong customer care capability

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