Thomas Mzungu
Senior Investigations Officer
Mombasa, Mombasa District
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven investigative and compliance professional with over a decade of expertise in law enforcement, anti-counterfeit enforcement, and tax fraud investigation. Highly skilled in financial crime investigations, anti-corruption strategies, and ethics compliance within government institutions. Proven track record of success in criminal and administrative investigations, lifestyle audits, anti-money laundering enforcement, and fraud detection. Equipped to thrive in high-pressure, multi-agency environments, leveraging extensive collaboration with national and international institutions to drive impactful outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Officer – MSTED
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
06.2022 - Current
- I lead investigations into tax fraud, evasion, and non-compliance with domestic tax laws (Excise enforcement).
- collect intelligence on excise duty violations through smuggling and counterfeiting.
- Analyzed taxpayer records, returns, and third-party data to uncover fraud schemes.
- Taxpayer profiling and production to aid tax investigations.
- Conducted over 40 successful staff lifestyle audits and internal misconduct investigations.
- Supported enforcement of internal code of conduct through evidence-based case building.
- Worked with multi-agency task forces to counter tax-related organized crime.
Regional Head/Deputy Regional Head – Various Regions
Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), Kenya
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Established and operationalized ACA offices in Garissa and Rift Valley, expanding anti-counterfeit coverage.
- Reduced counterfeit incidences in border regions (e.g., Malaba, Busia OSBPs and Kisii) to 25% by conducting targeted enforcement operations.
- Successfully led quarterly seizures of illicit goods, meeting national enforcement targets of Ksh. 25 million.
- Coordinated multi-agency stakeholder engagement including KEBS, KRA, police units and brand protection units.
Detective – Financial Fraud & Anti-Money Laundering Investigator
Financial Investigations Unit (FIU), DCI Headquarters
03.2014 - 04.2015
- Implemented Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act (POCAMLA).
- Reviewed Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) from the Financial Reporting Centre (FRC).
- Built asset forfeiture cases and traced illicit wealth acquired through criminal proceeds.
Detective – Banking Fraud Investigations Unit (Seconded to Central Bank of Kenya)
Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), National Police Service
01.2012 - 04.2015
- Investigated high-profile banking fraud cases involving collusion between bank staff and fraudsters.
- Handled two major money laundering cases, gathering intelligence, tracing assets, and securing convictions.
- Dismantled a pyramid scheme worth over Ksh. 200 million across Nairobi, Kiambu, and Nakuru, saving hundreds of victims.
Police Officer (Contracted Security Escort – UN Vehicles)
Early Policing Experience – Turkana & Marsabit Districts
02.2007 - 05.2010
- Provided armed escort and logistical security for WFP and UNICEF humanitarian missions in Northern Kenya.
- Developed foundational understanding of UN operations, sparking a lasting interest in international civil service.
Education
Master of Science - Public Policy & Management
Corvinus University of Budapest
Hungary01-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology and Security Studies (Forensic Investigations)
Egerton University
Kenya01-2014
No Degree - Secondary Education
Dr. Aggrey High School
Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Financial investigations
Ethical standards evaluation
Anti-Money Laundering (POCAMLA) Enforcement
Risk Analysis & Due Diligence
Fraud Detection & Recovery
Background Checks & Lifestyle Audits
Law Enforcement & Interagency Collaboration
Regulatory tax adherence
Case Management & Evidence Handling
Report Writing & Policy Interpretation
Skilled in management practices
Accomplishments
- Rescued 3 counties from Ksh. 200 million pyramid scheme fraud through a joint investigative taskforce.
- Recovered over Ksh. 50 million from banking fraud cases in collaboration with CBK.
- Opened and managed 2 regional ACA offices, improving coverage in North Eastern and Rift Valley regions.
- Led over 100 successful investigations into internal staff misconduct and ethics violations at KRA.
- Secured multiple successful criminal prosecutions.
Certification
Certified Ethics and Integrity Compliance Workshop – KRA
Interests
Watching football (Soccer), Hiking, Making new friends
Timeline
Senior Officer – MSTED
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
06.2022 - Current
Regional Head/Deputy Regional Head – Various Regions
Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), Kenya
01.2015 - 01.2018
Detective – Financial Fraud & Anti-Money Laundering Investigator
Financial Investigations Unit (FIU), DCI Headquarters
03.2014 - 04.2015
Detective – Banking Fraud Investigations Unit (Seconded to Central Bank of Kenya)
Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), National Police Service
01.2012 - 04.2015
Police Officer (Contracted Security Escort – UN Vehicles)
Early Policing Experience – Turkana & Marsabit Districts
02.2007 - 05.2010
No Degree - Secondary Education
Dr. Aggrey High School
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology and Security Studies (Forensic Investigations)
Egerton University
Master of Science - Public Policy & Management
Corvinus University of Budapest