BURS hereby invites suitably qualified, experienced and highly motivated professionals to apply for the following senior leadership positions:To provide strategic leadership for domestic tax policy, legislation, technical interpretation and administration, ensuring effective revenue optimisation, voluntary compliance and consistent application of tax laws.
Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Gaborone
- Category: Tax
- Closing Date: 2026-06-30
Requirements
- Degree in Tax, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Law, or full membership of an internationally recognised professional accounting institute such as ACCA, CIMA, CA or equivalent.
- Relevant post-graduate qualification will be an added advantage.
- Minimum 10 years’ relevant post-qualification experience, of which at least 2 years should have been at senior management level.
- Strong strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, tax policy, legislative interpretation and revenue administration capability.
How to Apply
About the Company
The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) is the principal agency responsible for tax administration and revenue collection across Botswana. Established under the BURS Act of 2004, it manages various fiscal laws, including Income Tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), and Customs and Excise duties, ensuring compliance nationwide. Beyond revenue generation, BURS plays a critical role in facilitating legitimate trade, protecting Botswana's borders from prohibited goods, and combating illicit financial flows. It also collects non-tax revenue on behalf of other government departments, consolidating financial oversight. Through these integrated efforts, BURS is vital in funding public services and contributing to the sustainable economic development of Botswana.
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