Senzeni Wamundila
Winnetka
Summary
Senior Tax Inspector with extensive experience at Zambia Revenue Authority, specializing in tax investigations and compliance auditing. Led cross-border trade initiatives resulting in significant regulatory improvements and trained over 150 professionals. Expertise in data analysis and conflict resolution, enhancing stakeholder engagement and contributing to policy development.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Tax Inspector
Zambia Revenue Authority
Lusaka
01.2014 - 12.2023
- Led cross border trade fraud and tax evasion investigations, prosecuting high – impactful cases.
- Performed audits, enforced customs and taxation laws, and monitored trade activities.
- Collaborated with national and international partners to enhance regulatory compliance.
- Interpreted complex trade policies, advising on implementation strategies.
- Delivered Investigative reports, audit findings and regulatory recommendations to senior management.
- Trained 150+ officers and SME stakeholders on compliance and tax regulations.
- Institutional Coordinator for stakeholder engagement initiatives.
- Key Cross – Functional Contributions
- Women’s Leadership Forum: Served as Secretariat, coordinating mentorship and organizational support.
- Event Management: Planned 4+ conferences, handling venue bookings, speaker schedules, and stakeholder invitations.
- Executive Support: Managed travel arrangements, meeting schedules, and team building activities for senior leadership.
- Systems Integration: Served as project member for interfacing the Investigations module with ZRA’s Customs System, enhancing data sharing and operational efficiency.
- CSR Policy Development: Drafted proposal for ZRA’s Corporate Social Responsibility policy framework, aligning with national development goals.
Tax Inspector
Zambia Revenue Authority
Lusaka
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Conducted compliance reviews and tax payer audits across industries.
- Supported audit teams with field investigations, summons and report generation.
- Co-developed frameworks for assessing informal sector business performance.
Customs Officer
Zambia Revenue Authority
Lusaka
01.2001 - 12.2012
- Managed import/export inspections, classifications and clearance procedures.
- Applied HS Tariff codes and resolved trade disputes.
- Advised businesses on cross – border trade requirements.
- Revenue Reconciliation: Oversaw deposit and transit accounts for ZRA revenue, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Trade Facilitation: Processed 300+ monthly import/export declarations with 99% accuracy.
Education
BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS -
Computer Systems Institute
IL03-2025
Msc - development studies
University of Lusaka
Lusaka, ZambiaBa of arts DEGREE - public administration and developmental studies
University of Zambia
Lusaka, ZambiaDiploma - marketing
Evelyn Hone College
Lusaka, ZambiaSkills
- Compliance and regulatory expertise
- Trade compliance (EAR, ITAR, OFAC)
- Tax and customs investigations
- Policy interpretation and enforcement
- Administrative and operational skills
- Event planning and logistics management
- Calendar and schedule coordination
- Report drafting and documentation
- Data analysis and record keeping
- Customer service and stakeholder relations
- Client advisory and needs assessment
- Conflict resolution and dispute management
- Training and capacity building (150 professionals trained)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- ERP systems and trade compliance tools
- Financial analysis
- Compliance auditing
- Project management
Certification
- Women's Transformational Leadership Training - Certificate of Attendance, 2023
- Basic Financial Investigations, University of Pretoria, 2022
- Basic Customs Certificate, Zambia Revenue Authority, 2002
- Trainer of Trainers Certificate, 2019
- Supervisory and Management Skills Development - Attendance Certificate, 2015
References
- Zambia Revenue Authority (Senior Collectors/Commissioners)
- International Banking Sector
- U.S. grocery retail management
- United Nations (UNICEF) Programmes
Volunteer Experience
Delivered compliance training and educational outreach to 150+ women-led small businesses., Simplified tax processes and encouraged voluntary compliance through targeted engagement.
Affiliations
- I am remotely managing a kitchen that supplies breakfast and Lunch at the world food programme Agency in Lusaka - Zambia.
Timeline
Senior Tax Inspector
Zambia Revenue Authority
01.2014 - 12.2023
Tax Inspector
Zambia Revenue Authority
01.2010 - 12.2013
Customs Officer
Zambia Revenue Authority
01.2001 - 12.2012
BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS -
Computer Systems Institute
Msc - development studies
University of Lusaka
Ba of arts DEGREE - public administration and developmental studies
University of Zambia
Diploma - marketing
Evelyn Hone College
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