In line with its strategic vision of ensuring excellence, the NRA is undergoing major reforms aimed at modernizing its operations to increase the effectiveness and efficiency in revenue collection and improve accountability and delivery of services to the tax-paying community and the public. As a result, the Authority is recruiting a suitably qualified and experienced applicant to fill the position of Assistant Commissioner, Border Control & Management, National Revenue Authority.

Position:         Assistant Commissioner, Border Control & Management

No. of Vacancy:     One (1)

Report to:              Commissioner, Customs Services Department, NRA

Responsible for:   All Staff under his/her supervision  

Start date:             Effective immediately

Job Purpose: The Assistant Commissioner, Border Control & Management (AC-BCM) will, under the direct supervision of Commissioner Custom Services Department, undertake Border control functions at all entry and exit border crossing points in Sierra Leone. This role supports, protects and safeguards revenue collection, prevent and report smuggling and other illicit activities that undermine revenue collection and national security at all points of entry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise border controls and coordinate intelligence gathering.
• Liaise with the intelligence services and other stakeholders in identifying smuggling routes and prevent the smuggling and importation of dangerous substances across the border
• Formulate pathways to understand clandestine operations around customs border control areas and create appropriate mitigation plans that counteract operations that negatively impact on revenue collection.
• Investigate and identify smuggling routes and advice the Authority appropriately. In line with these responsibilities the focal personnel should work in close collaboration with the appropriate stakeholders to identify porous routes that aid smuggling activities along the various border areas and design counter smuggling pathways.
• Provide regular reports and updates to the leadership of the Authority on smuggling trends and prevention measures. The reports should entail the necessary data that will aid the Authority in designing and planning appropriate programmes for improved revenue generation.
• Design operational strategy for the unit. The strategy must entail simple and clear outcomes that translate into improved revenue generation.
• Provide leadership for the performance management of staff attached to the ASU with clear targets that will culminate into the appropriate appraisals accordingly.
• Cooperate with inter and joint border agencies and international agencies.
• Plan and engage in border patrols, including sea routes with other security architectures. And when appropriate, coordinate with other cross border agencies for covert operations.
• Detect and prevent cross border smuggling of narcotics and contraband into Sierra Leone.

GENERAL COMPETENCIES

• Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership and management abilities, that motivates and inspire a team.
• Organizational and Multi-tasking: Exhibits excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Problem-solving: Possess exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically to address complex problems.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using office productivity tools and software, including Microsoft Office Suite to enhance efficiency.
• Analytical skills: Strong analytical and data-driven mindset, with the ability to analyze complex information and make data-based recommendations.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Ethical Conduct: Strong ethical conduct and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Foresight and Planning: Forward thinking, excellent planner, and a catalyst who can organize people to achieve a goal.
• Integrity: Ability to demonstrate a high standard of integrity and positive attitude towards work.
• Result-oriented: Capable of achieving results and working effectively under pressure.
• Legal knowledge: Familiar with NRA Act 2022, Customs Act 2011 and other laws & policies relating to the Authority’s operation.

SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Strong appreciation of border control and customs practices, operations and reform agenda
• High level of personal integrity, responsibility and proactive approach to tasks
• Knowledge of National Security management strategies and requirements.
• Conflict management - Steps up to conflict, seeing them as opportunities; reads situations quickly; good at focused listening; can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably; can find common ground and get cooperation with minimum noise.
• Emotional awareness and conscientiousness.

Qualifications and Work Experience:

University Degree in Business, Economics, Fiscal Management, Law, Security Management or related fields.
Eight (8) years’ experience in Customs or Security Management operations, at least Five (5) of which must be in middle managerial level.
Master’s degree in the relevant fields shall confer added advantage.

Mode of Application: All applications should be emailed to jobs@nra.gov.sl

Closing date: The closing date for all applications is STRICKLY on Friday August 2nd, 2024.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.