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Job Title:  Officer Internal Investigations (9 Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

Uganda Revenue Authority is a semi-autonomous Government Agency under the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development that is mandated to assess, collect and account for Government Tax and Non-Tax Revenue.

Job Summary:  Execute investigations through obtaining, maintaining and communicating evidence obtained through reports to facilitate further management of cases to enhance compliance in the organization.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Execute an investigation and provide recommendations to the line supervisor on how to manage the case(s) under investigation

• Obtain and study an investigation case memo to extract a brief and develop an Investigation Plan to guide the discussion with the line supervisor
• Solicit instruction on how to proceed with the case under investigation and develop an investigation plan and budget
• Discuss and review the investigation plan with the supervisor and make amendments as advised/ recommended
• Identifying persons to interview to gather evidence and record statements.
• Develop a summary investigations report and submit it to the line supervisor for review, making amendments in line with comments/ corrections and improvements

Maintain and avail sufficient evidence to courts of law to facilitate the successful prosecution of cases before the court

• Gather, analyze credible evidence and mobilize exhibits and witnesses to support the case before the court
• Secure search and arrest warrants from court to facilitate operations
• Submit the exhibits to experts such as handwriting experts for analysis, comparison and follow-up feedback
• Follow up and report on the cases in court and their related judgments and make recommendations to management for further action
• Reconcile and update the case records maintained

Open files and prepare briefs on all the reported/initiated cases to maintain a synchronized record of the cases in progress.

• Open the case files in line with instructions from the supervisor
• Analyze the facts of the reported cases and sort the document/facts of the given case, consult on the facts of the reported cases for further clarity while documenting every step in the process
• File documents, index and reference the files in line with filing standards.
• Prepare briefs on the cases reported or initiated and seek approvals for closure or feedback for further action

Organize stakeholder engagements with internal and external stakeholders to enhance working relationships 

• Initiate communication with stakeholders to invite them for the scheduled engagements and confirm attendance of the participants invited
• Prepare the logistics for the engagement such as booking the venue and sourcing
• Document minutes of the engagement and identify action points for all participants involved and file them

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Essential Requirements    

• An Honor’s Bachelor’s degree or its equivalency from a recognized academic institution.
• At least two (02) years of experience in the position of either compliance management or investigations in a reputable organization.
• An impeccable record of integrity.

Desirable Requirements    

• Special training in investigations and law enforcement
• Experience in the area of Compliance Management/Law Enforcement
• Experience in research, investigations, report writing, and the use of data analysis techniques
• Familiarity with court and prosecution processes.

Knowledge   

• Understanding of Tax Laws, Leadership Codes, Police Act, the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda and Labour Laws.

Special Skills and Attributes

• Good report writing and communication skills
• Proficiency in the use of computing applications for analysis, research and reporting
• Good investigation and networking skills
• Well-developed conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good Presentation and negotiation capability
• Strong respect for Human Rights

How to Apply:

• Visit this URA link, Click Here to view the detailed job description then click Apply Online.
• Upon submission of your application, you will receive an acknowledgement notification via email. Please ensure that your mailbox has adequate space.
• In case you are not able to complete the application process, you will be required to save your work and the information captured will be saved in your login. This will enable you to resume and complete your application at any time/date within the application period.
• Applicants are required to scan and attach copies of all the requisite academic documents such as Degree Transcripts; A’ level, O’ level Certificates, or any other certification attained. Any qualification which is not attached will not be considered.
• Academic documents of the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted. Applicants that do not possess authentic academic documents will not be considered.
• Any applicant with forged academic documents will be charged in the relevant courts of law.
• Candidates who submit falsified information will be automatically disqualified.
• Degree holders SHOULD NOT apply for Fleet Assistant, Office Assistant and any other position whose job requirements are at diploma level and below.
• ONLY online applications using the link provided above will be considered.
• Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
• In case of any inquires please send an e-mail to recruitment@ura.go.ug. or call 0323443643.

Deadline: 10th September 2024

NB: URA is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge money for recruitment

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