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Chief Executive Officer, Nairobi City County Revenue Authority - Internal/External Advert

Nairobi City County

NairobiDirector · Not statedCloses Wednesday, 28 October 2026, 23:59 EATChecked 21 Oct 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

Nairobi City County is hiring a Chief Executive Officer for the Nairobi City County Revenue Authority based in Nairobi. This role is suited for someone with strong leadership and experience in revenue administration or public finance management, preferably at senior levels.

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What you will do

  • Provide strategic leadership and overall direction in revenue assessment, collection, administration, and accounting for Nairobi City County Government.
  • Implement policies, decisions, and resolutions from the Board of Directors.
  • Develop and execute the Authority's strategic plan, annual work plans, revenue targets, and performance contracts.
  • Advise the County Executive Committee Member on revenue policy, rates, fees, charges, and prepare the annual Finance Bill.
  • Lead the identification, development, and maintenance of all county revenue streams and propose optimal rates and charges.
  • Establish mechanisms to monitor and ensure revenue system integrity, automation, and security.
  • Ensure all revenues are collected, recorded, reconciled, banked, and reported according to relevant laws and regulations.
  • Ensure effective internal controls, risk management, revenue compliance, and enforcement across all revenue streams and sub-counties.
  • Manage the Authority's human, financial, and other resources.
  • Coordinate public participation and stakeholder engagement on county revenue matters.
  • Collaborate with National Government agencies, the County Executive, County Assembly, and other stakeholders on revenue issues.
  • Ensure compliance with constitutional values and principles and public finance management laws.
  • Perform other functions assigned by the Board of Directors.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
  • Master's degree in Commerce, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
  • At least 10 years of relevant work experience, including 5 years at senior management level in revenue administration or public finance management.
  • Completion of a Strategic Leadership Development Programme of at least four weeks from a recognized institution.
  • Thorough knowledge of the Nairobi City County Revenue Administration Act, 2021, Public Finance Management Act, 2012, County Governments Act, 2012, and related legislation.
  • Proven track record of revenue growth, reform, or change management in a large institution.
  • Strong leadership, strategic thinking, financial management, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Understanding of and commitment to national values and principles of governance and public service as per Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Benefits

The salary range is KES 137,070 to KES 203,010 on a contract basis.

How to apply

Apply on the employer's application page. The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

Salary disclosed: KES 137,070 - 203,010

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