Francophone Revenue Specialists at Revenue Development Foundation (RDF)

The Revenue Development Foundation (RDF) is a non-profit consultancy supporting governments to efficiently manage and increase their domestic revenues. The foundation provides advisory services and technical solutions to governments in low-income countries focused on improving revenues from legitimate sources such as natural resources and property taxes.

The Foundation firmly believes that governments able to manage and mobilize their own revenue will be better able to lead their own development process in a sustainable manner, strengthen democratic pressure on government accountability, as well as reducing aid dependency.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Francophone Revenue Specialist

Location: Cameroon

Job Summary

• The Revenue Specialist will be responsible for implementing a current project in Cameroon within the area of public financial administration with a focus on VAT and risk management.
• He/she will be working on a daily basis in Yaoundé’s office of the "Direction Générale des Impots".
• The Specialist will report to the respective project team, providing the out-of-country support required.
• The principal objective of the Revenue Specialist will be to ensure the efficient usage and development of RDF’s system “Fusion".
• This implies working closely with the Revenue Authority but also other institutions like customs or treasury.
• The specialist will be expected to establish full familiarization with Ministry administrative processes to inform the development and implementation of RD system. Moreover, the Revenue Specialist will be greatly involved in the creation of a risk management system.
• The position is for one year, starting with a 4 months volunteer period and thereafter remuneration of USD 2,500 per month.
• During the volunteer period, a USD 1,000 stipend will be provided, including all other entitlements.
• Accommodation will be provided. International expatriate health and accident insurance is included.
• Transportation in-country is also provided for, as well as a home-leave flight to Europe. This position is available from November / December 2015.

General Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of results according to defined targets and milestones.
• Utilize and further develop methodologies and tools to supporting institutional capacity development with RD systems.
• Support business development in-country.
• Ensure proper documentation, training materials and information materials in general.
• Any other responsibilities as assigned by the programme team.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in public administration or related field. Master degree preferred.
• Knowledge / experience in taxes / financial administration preferred
• Sound understanding of efficient institutional regulations, procedures and processes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Fluent in French, very good level of English.
• Good ICT literacy skills.
• Active interest in issues related to international development.
• Ability to work in different social and cultural environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online