The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) is a network promoting cooperation, knowledge sharing, capacity building, and technical support to African revenue authorities. It further seeks to ensure greater synergy and cooperation in capacity development amongst all relevant stakeholders to reduce duplication and give greater support to African Tax Administrations. From its beginning in 2009, when it was formally launched, ATAF is steadily growing in stature and in influence.

Today, ATAF is an important voice on tax affairs in Africa and the world. It has achieved the status of an international organization and its membership has grown to 42 African tax administrations. We are looking for an Expert in Mitigation of Illicit Financial Flows.

Missions:

Review and Analysis:

• Undertake a detailed review of the IFFs mitigation framework developed by the JTC.
• Analyze existing literature, research, and case studies related to IFFs in the African context.
•  Engage with key stakeholders, including members of the JTC, ATAF technical committees, and other relevant bodies for insights and feedback.

Drafting the Technical Paper:

• Develop a draft technical paper based on the framework, integrating feedback from stakeholders and findings from the review.
• Ensure the paper offers practical guidance, policy recommendations, and actionable steps for mitigating IFFs.

Revisions and Finalization:

• In developing the ToR
• Incorporate feedback from ATAF and revise drafts as necessary.
• Present a final version of the working paper for approval

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in economics, taxation, law, finance, public administration or a related field
• At least 10 years of experience in tax policy or administration
• Demonstrated expertise in IFFs, particularly within the African context
• Prior experience in drafting policy papers, reports, or comparable documents
• Robust analytical, research, communication, and writing capabilities
• Proven ability to engage with and facilitate discussions among high-level stakeholders. Added advantages
• Tax compliance monitoring and enforcement experience
• Excellent project or stakeholders management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.