The Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) is an independent Commission set up under Article 215 of the Constitution of Kenya. Its core mandate is to recommend the basis for equitable sharing of revenue raised nationally between the National and County Governments; sharing of revenue among the County Governments and make recommendations on other matters concerning the financing of, and financial management of county governments. The Commission seeks to recruit a qualified and competent person to fill the following position: Natural Resource Management Officer The successful candidate will assist the Advisor, Natural Resource Management in the development of an integrated and transparent framework of the identified natural resources, provide technical advice on, and oversee the implementation of strategies on effective natural resource exploitation. S/he will also assist in the promotion of local capacities in sustainable natural resources management and be responsible for championing the natural resource policy and reforms, management, and resultant benefit sharing. The position will be based at the Commission’s headquarters in Nairobi and will require frequent travel outside Nairobi. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the natural resource policy formulation/reforms, exploitation and effective revenue enhancement. Work with other team members to ensure an integrated approach to sustainable resource management and stable economic development in Kenya. Oversee the strengthening of the government’s capacity for negotiation with international oil, coal and gas companies and other interest groups; and to refocus activities from the production side of the oil, coal and gas sector. Liaise with other stakeholders in the sustainable exploitation of renewable and nonrenewable resources. Assist in the development for a framework for equitable sharing of the proceeds of the natural resources. Complete other tasks as assigned by Advisor, Natural Resource Management. Minimum Qualifications and Experience: A Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental discipline or related field or a Diploma in a relevant field coupled with at least eight years of experience will be considered. At least four years of experience working in Natural Resource Management and/or Economic Governance with a minimum of 2 years in management position. Experience in designing, managing and implementing natural resources or governance activities with particular focus on the extractive mineral sector. Experience in monitoring and evaluating natural resource and/or economic governance activities. Previous experience with a clear understanding of a results based approach to project implementation, monitoring and reporting will be an added advantage. Previous work experience and knowledge of natural resource conditions in Kenya will be a distinct advantage. Proficiency in Resource Computer applications will be an added advantage.
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