Titre du poste

EXPERT ON DOUBLE TAXATION AGREEMENTS - Pretoria, South Africa

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Poste proposé : EXPERT ON DOUBLE TAXATION AGREEMENTS - Pretoria, South Africa

GENERAL SCOPE OF TASK
To fulfil the mandate of this task, the expert will be responsible for the following.
Review and Analysis:

  • Understudy ATAF’s IFF strategy, noting how ATAF Model DTA can help drive the fight against IFF.
  • Undertake critical review of ATAF Model DTA, noting areas that requires updating in light of the emerging considerations and the realities of the continent.
  • Analyze existing policies and/or national treaty models amongst ATAF members with a view to identifying gaps that may be addressed adoption of ATAF model Agreement
  • Understudy the recent developments in international tax particularly focusing on tax treaties including updates to Article 5 (Permanent Establishment), Article 8 (International Shipping and Air Transport), Article 12B  Subject to Tax Rule (STTR), and Article XX with a view to evaluating to evaluating their relevance in the ATAF Model Agreement for informing tax treaty policy on the continent.
  •  Work closely with ATAF Secretariat experts and the Cross Border Technical Committee as well as other  key stakeholders particularly ATAF Joint Technical Committee on IFF to obtain relevant guidance and insights to ensure a comprehensive and quality work is done.

Drafting the Technical Paper:

  • Incorporate the recommended changes to the ATAF  Model DTA  based on the studies, analyses, review  and the  feedback from stakeholders
  • Draft a memorandum of explanation to elucidate the changes made and why they are necessary in the African context.
  • Revisions and Finalization:
  • Incorporate any further feedback from ATAF on the revised Model  where necessary.
  • Present a final version of the revised Model  for approval.

 
DELIVERABLES

  • Initial draft Model DTA from review and stakeholder consultations 
  • A Memorandum of Explanation 
  • Presentation before the STC Subcommittee for inputs
  • A finalized and Validated Model DTA 

Profil recherché pour le poste : EXPERT ON DOUBLE TAXATION AGREEMENTS - Pretoria, South Africa

KEY REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

  • Advanced degree in economics, taxation, law, finance, public administration or a related field
  • At least 10 years of experience in tax policy or administration, especially related to tax treaty, its interpretation and 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.

  • Excellent project or stakeholders' management skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to communicate in French or Portuguese.

 
DURATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The assignment is expected to start on 17 February to 30 April 2025. The billable number of days for the assignment is [45].

Critères de l'annonce pour le poste : EXPERT ON DOUBLE TAXATION AGREEMENTS - Pretoria, South Africa

  • Métier : R&D, gestion de projets
  • Secteur d´activité : Administration publique
  • Type de contrat : Intérim
  • Région : Banfora - Bobo Dioulasso - Dédougou - Dori - Fada N'Gourma - Gaoua - Kaya - Koudougou - Manga - Ouagadougou - Ouahigouya - Tenkodogo - Ziniaré - International
  • Ville : Pretoria, South Africa
  • Travail à distance :
    Non
  • Niveau d'expérience : Expérience > 10 ans
  • Niveau d'études : Bac+4 - Bac+5 et plus
  • Langues exigées :
    anglais > courant - français > intermédiaire - portugais > intermédiaire
  • Nombre de poste(s) : 1
  • Management d'équipe :
    Non
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Type de poste
Temps plein
Lieu du poste
Pretoria, South Africa, Burkina Faso
Date de publication
30 janvier 2025
Valide jusqu’au
31 mars 2025
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