Consultant (e) in digital taxation and advanced reforms in international taxation, Niamey

Responsibilities

Consultant (e) in digital taxation and advanced reforms in international taxation, Niamey Organization: UNECA - Economic Commission for Africa Country: Niger City: Niamey Office: UNECA Niamey, Niger Result of Service: Following the implementation of Phase III, national capacities for VAT administration on digital services, management of advanced international tax issues and use of data for risk-based controls will be strengthened. This will necessarily require a coherent approach involving, among other things, methodological frameworks, technical specifications and validated roadmaps. Work Location: NIGER Expected duration: 4 months Duties and Responsibilities: Under the joint supervision of the ECA Sub-Regional Office for West Africa and the designated technical structures of the Ministry of Economy and Finance, including the DGI, the consultant will perform the following tasks: 1-Preparation of the mission Examine the diagnosis, reform priorities, available results from Phases I and II as well as relevant national legal frameworks. Consult with the DGI, ECA and other relevant departments to assess remaining needs, participant profile, data availability and level of readiness for implementation. Develop a detailed work plan, programme and practical case studies adapted to the Nigerien context, identifying the sequence of activities, responsible interlocutors as well as the required expertise in legal, tax, data and information systems 2- VAT on digital services and legal framework Examine the relevant legal and regulatory framework and make recommendations to support the introduction of VAT on digital services as well as alignment with applicable international tax standards. Map digital transactions relevant to VAT administration and develop a digital VAT mapping report. Develop the technical framework and platform specifications necessary for the administration of VAT on digital services and provide technical advice to support acquisition processes. Develop a communication strategy for taxpayers to support the implementation of 3- Advanced International Taxation and Data Analysis Ensure practical capacity building on methods of digital taxation and advanced international taxation, including guidance on relevant measures of the BEPS project. Address issues related to customs control, analysis of complex financial flows and measures to combat illicit financial flows, in coordination with the relevant national services. Develop a framework for big data analysis and tax risk management adapted to the available data and systems, and demonstrate its use in targeting tax controls. Prepare training materials, exercises and technical guidance adapted to the national context. Make recommendations and develop a roadmap to strengthen institutional arrangements for transfer pricing and exchange of tax information, building on the results available from previous phases. This roadmap should specify responsibilities, procedures, coordination mechanisms and institutionalization and sustainability measures. Provide technical support in virtual mode for a maximum of four weeks at the end of the technical mission in person. Review with national teams the draft deliverables and the roadmap, identify practical difficulties and refine the proposed products. Prepare the validation workshop, including its agenda and documents to be reviewed Qualifications/special skills: Higher university degree (Master or equivalent) in taxation, law, economics, finance, public finance or a related field. At least ten (10) years of progressive professional experience in the areas of taxation, tax administration, international taxation, public finance or related fields. At least seven (7) years of specialized experience in international tax reform and VAT administration, with demonstrated expertise in digital services taxation and relevant measures of the BEPS project. Experience in reviewing legal and administrative frameworks as well as developing practical recommendations for tax administrations. Languages: Excellent command of French (spoken and written). Knowledge of English is an asset. Additional Information: Not available. No Fee: Tags french speaking africa international economic relations international finance tax accounting technical cooperation Skills French Data Analysis Communication skills Taxation BEPS Project The recruiting organization, UNECA - Economic Commission for Africa, has not specified a closing date for this vacancy or continues to list jobs after their stated date. Because such positions may remain open, they are listed here until removed from the recruiting organization's website.

Education / Qualifications

Click the button below to verify its current status. More Information and Application Details UNjobs Association of Geneva Not an official document of the United Nations Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy

---

[Click the Apply button below to apply, and Create my CV to build a CV tailored to this offer, professionally]