VACANCY
CITY OF HARARE
VACANCY NO: DUPS/12/2025
POSITION: DIRECTOR OF URBAN PLANNING SERVICES (1 POSITION)
GRADE: 2
LOCATION: CLEVELAND HOUSE
DEPARTMENT: URBAN PLANNING SERVICES
REPORTING TO: TOWN CLERK
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for appointment to the above vacant position in the Urban Planning Services Department.
JOB PURPOSE
The position exists to plan, organize and direct the overall operation of the Urban Planning Department in City of Harare. The incumbent provides technical and administrative leadership and supervision regarding the city’s current and long-term development planning programs related to the development and implementation of land use and Urban design plans and strategies, and ensures compliance with planning and urban design regulations.
KEY RESULT AREAS
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Spatial Planning
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Urban Design & Renewal
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Development Control
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Traffic & Transportation Planning
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Land Development & Management
KEY SPECIFIC DUTIES
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Oversees the development and implementation of the City’s land use framework in order to assure sustainable development and growth.
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Oversees the implementation of all Urban Designs and Renewal Plans and Strategies.
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Ensures the integrity of the City’s Urban Form through effective enforcement of compliance to Model Building By-Laws, Town and Country Planning Act and other regulations.
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Designs and implements robust land use and economic development models that ensure growth in City of Harare’s contribution to the Harare Metropolitan Province’s economy.
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Supervises the development and implementation of growth management, land use, economic development, utility, housing, transportation, park and open space facilities or other plans and codes to meet the City’s needs.
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Provides leadership and direction in the development of short and long-range plans; gathering, interpretation, and preparation of data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinates functional activities with other internal and external stakeholders as needed.
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Monitors compliance with zoning and subdivision ordinances and takes appropriate enforcement action in liaison with other enforcement agencies.
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Ensures functional stability through design and implementation of standards and controls, systems and procedures to ensure a smooth flow of business in all functional areas under the jurisdiction of the incumbent.
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Represents Council and articulate the City’s economic development vision, mission, values and strategies on various local and international fora to project the best possible image of the City.
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Assists council in promoting the image of the city through sound stakeholder management and engagement strategy.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
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A Degree in Rural and Urban Planning/Spatial Planning or equivalent.
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Post-Graduate qualification (Masters and higher) are an added advantage.
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Membership of the Zimbabwe Institute of Rural and Urban Planners (ZIRUP) or recognized Town Planning Institute is a must.
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At least seven years experience at senior management level.
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A clean Class 4 Driver’s Licence a must.
DESIRED COMPETENCIES
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High Level of professionalism and personal integrity
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Leadership acumen
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High level of communication and stakeholder management skills
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Team Builder
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Results oriented
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
A competitive salary commensurate with the post and other benefits will be disclosed at the interview.
Job Summary
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Job Application Details
APPLICATION DETAILS
Written application and detailed Curriculum Vitae including certified copies of relevant certificates and three (3) traceable references should be submitted to:- The Acting Human Capital Director P.O. Box 1680, HARARE Or hand deliver to Records Office, Basement, Room B38 at Rowan Martin Building. To arrive not later than 12 December 2025. Canvassing will disqualify applicants. NB: City of Harare is an equal opportunities employer and both male and female applicants are encouraged to apply.
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