Implementation Specialist at Revenue Development Foundation

Implementation Specialist, digitalization of local tax revenue collection

 

The Implementation Specialist is a member of the project team tasked with supporting the remote Programme Manager in the effective implementation of the digitalisation of local tax collection in Mzuzu. They will work closely with the municipality and will be guided and supported by RDF managers and system engineering team. The position is full-time, to be based in Mzuzu.

The project

The aim of the project is to digitize the collection of local taxes in Mzuzu. The aim is to achieve a significant and sustainable improvement in tax collection in the target municipality, as well as in local governance. This involves analyzing the current situation, devising a methodology to expand collection, configuring and implementing IT systems to digitize the collection and recording of local taxes, transferring expertise to all levels through trainings, and sharing this information with other institutions via digital links.

The role of the national implementation specialist

The role of the National Implementation Specialist is to work with the Remote Programme Manager to implement the workplan activities in the field. The main objective is to ensure effective implementation and use of RDF’s IT systems, which they will have been trained in advance. This requires familiarity with municipal administrative processes, and close cooperation with users at the municipal level (administrative staff and taxpayers) to advise, train and adapt the technical solution to their needs.

General responsibilities

– Ensure that assigned tasks are completed on time and to a high standard,

– Act as a point of contact in the field for local government staff and act as a liaison for the project team in the field,

– Documenting activities, meetings and writing reports,

– Administrative and logistical tasks at local level,

– Any other responsibilities as assigned by the project team.

Profile

– Bachelor’s degree in public administration or a similar field, or in a more distant field but with relevant professional experience. Master’s degree preferred.

– Minimum 2 years’ similar or relevant professional experience. Experience in a development project preferred.

– Fluent English. Knowledge of a local language is an advantage.

– Excellent communication skills.

– Skills and experience of working with IT systems.

– Interest in international development issues.

– Active and efficient, organized, able to work with little supervision.

Administrative details

– Full-time, renewable consultancy contract for one year.

– Position open to all nationalities.

– Travel expenses will be covered.

Method Of Application

To apply, send a CV to [email protected] mentioning the position and the location for which you are applying.