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About Farsight Africa Group
Farsight Africa Group is a leading advisory and implementation company serving governments, administrations, development organizations, and private companies. Established in 2010, it specializes in Public Sector Advisory, Technology and Innovation, M&E Research and Learning, and Strategic Communications, delivering a wide range of tailored services and solutions. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with operational offices in Somalia, Uganda, South Sudan, and Liberia, and an extensive representative network across Africa and beyond, Farsight operates in diverse environments, from secure and democratic regions to complex, sensitive, and hostile territories. It has a core team of seasoned international practitioners who collaborate with local and international experts, combining best practices with local insights to ensure impactful outcomes. Leveraging a deep understanding of social, cultural, and political landscapes, Farsight Africa Group engages with decision-makers and influencers to drive strategic impact and foster behavioural and attitudinal change among key audiences.
Tax Expert
Role Summary
Farsight Africa Group is seeking an experienced Tax Expert with a deep understanding of taxation and public finance to support the digitalization of tax and non-tax revenue collection processes. The successful candidate will provide expertise in tax policy, revenue administration, and fiscal compliance, ensuring the effective implementation of digital tax solutions. A strong background in the Burundian tax context and at least ten (10) years of experience as a mastering tax expert is required.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Provide technical expertise in tax policy, revenue collection, and fiscal compliance within the Burundian tax system.
• Support the design and implementation of digital tax and non-tax revenue collection systems.
• Collaborate with software developers, system architects, and government stakeholders to align tax regulations with digital solutions.
• Analyze tax structures and recommend improvements for efficiency and transparency.
• Ensure compliance with national and international tax laws and best practices.
• Conduct training and capacity-building sessions for relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of digital tax solutions on revenue collection and policy effectiveness.
Job Requirements
• A minimum of BAC +5 (Master’s degree) in Taxation, Economics, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least ten (10) years of experience as a mastering tax expert in the Burundian tax context.
• Experience in at least one (1) project focused on digitalization of internal tax and non-tax revenue collection or a large-scale national project related to digitalization in public finance management within the last ten (10) years is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of tax systems, fiscal policies, and revenue administration, particularly in Burundi.
• Understanding of digital financial solutions and their application in tax collection.
• Ability to analyze complex tax data and provide actionable insights.
• Experience working with public sector institutions and financial authorities is an advantage.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their application letter and CV to [email protected] before 28th March 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the right candidate is selected.
