Professional and Scientific Class

Professional and administrative audit work in the field of tax assessment. An employee in this class is responsible for administering the work of the Field Audit Section of the Inland Revenue Division of the Ministry of Finance. Work involves developing the annual Field Audit plan of the section and supervising groups of professional, technical, and other staff engaged in the execution of such plan. Work also includes monitoring and evaluating the activities of the section and making appropriate recommendations for the correction of any deficiencies determined. Work is performed with considerable initiative and independent judgment within the framework of established Income Tax Laws and departmental policies and is reviewed by a superior through discussions and reports for efficacy.

Highly specialised supervisory auditing work. An employee in this class is responsible for organising, planning, and directing all activities of a group of Revenue Auditors engaged in special investigations, internal audit, or field audit activities. Work involves the application of a considerable amount of accounting skills and knowledge and the exercise of a considerable amount of initiative and independent judgment in dealing with complex matters. Work is performed independently in accordance with established tax laws and departmental policies and is reviewed generally by the Board of Inland Revenue through discussions, reports, and general observations.

Highly specialised auditing work. An employee in this class is required to perform highly specialised auditing work relating to the investigation and examination of taxpayers returns. Work involves the auditing of tax returns in respect of the larger companies and examination of their accounting records to ensure compliance with the regulations. Work also involves supervision and direction of the work of a group of subordinates engaged in similar duties but in the less difficult assignments. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed by a superior officer for compliance with tax laws and departmental policies through inspections, reports, and meetings.

Responsible work in the field of agricultural economic investigation and analysis. An employee in this class is responsible for carrying out economic investigations into agricultural enterprises undertaken by the Crown Lands Development Division of the Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, and Fisheries. Work involves investigating and maintaining a Farm Record System and analyzing data gathered in field investigations and the preparation of reports therefrom. Work also involves organizing training programmes in farm planning and record keeping for farms and the agricultural extension staff.

Advanced professional and supervisory work in the field of accounting. An employee in this class performs professional and supervisory accounting work in a major aspect of government’s accounting process. Work includes directing and supervising activities in an accounting unit or reviewing and advising on such activities, preparing financial reports and statements, designing and setting up new accounting methods and procedures, and/or undertaking financial and accounting investigations.

Skilled work in managing and supervising the operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment in a large division. An employee in this class is responsible for the planning, organizing, and directing of all activities involving the use of mechanical equipment. Work involves the maintenance and repairs of motor vehicles, plant, and equipment. Work includes the supervising of skilled workers and supervisors engaged in preventive maintenance and corrective repairs of mechanical equipment and also the economical control of allocated funds.

Professional research and investigational work in the field of Epidemiology. An employee in this class conducts research and investigations into the occurrence and spread of communicable diseases throughout the nation. Work involves collating, analyzing, and interpreting data relevant to disease surveillance and control. Work also includes the preparation of reports, giving professional advice on appropriate measures to be adopted for effective prevention and control of communicable diseases, and the training of supporting technical staff. Work is performed with a great deal of initiative and independent judgment and is reviewed by a Medical Superior through discussions and analyses of reports for achievement of desired results.

Professional research and investigational work in the field of entomology. An employee in this class performs professional research and investigational activities in the identification, control, and eradication of various species of mosquitoes and other insects which may transmit diseases in humans and animals. Work also includes the supervision and training of technical and laboratory staff engaged in insect vector control. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed by a superior officer through discussions, reports, and analysis of results achieved.

Responsible professional and supervisory work in the field of electrical engineering. An employee in this class is responsible for directing and supervising a major electrical engineering office. Work involves programming and supervising the work of professional, skilled and semi-skilled subordinates engaged in the design, construction and installation of electrical, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, equipment and appliances in conformance with standards, codes and regulations.

Professional work of a supervisory nature in the field of Electrical Engineering. An employee in this class performs a variety of professional engineering duties in connection with the design, construction, installation and maintenance of electrical systems, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and appliances. Work involves the preparation and/or review of plans, specifications and estimates for the construction of electrical, air conditioning and refrigeration systems or for electrical equipment associated with the operation of water treatment and water production installations.