DIRECTOR – PLANNING AND LAND MANAGEMENT GRADE : 15 – CHIREDZI TOWN COUNCIL 940 views

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REPORT : TOW N SEC RETARY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified, and experienced persons to fill the above-position that has arisen in the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Spatial Planning and Land Development is the Head of the Planning Department and shall be responsible for spatial planning of all land within Chiredzi Town Council.

STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION
⦁ Preparing and implementing the Town Planning Department’s Strategic Plan in line with the local authority’s strategic plan.
⦁ Preparing local and master plans
⦁ Managing the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and priorities for each assigned service area.
⦁ Ensuring that the built-up areas are aesthetically pleasing, safe, pleasant to live in, work in and visit.
⦁ Proffering solutions on places that have been run down and spearheading urban regeneration renewal programs in line with National
imperatives (Call to Action blueprint etc.).
⦁ Conducting appropriate periodic research to inform planning applications./ practices.
⦁ Forward planning for residential, commercial and industrial development, zoning, site plans as well as coordinating with related departments.

POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
⦁ Preparing, implementing and reviewing transport, policies and strategies to create an efficient transport network, livable settlements and sustainable smart cities.
⦁ Supporting housing and environmental management issues collaborating with other departments.
⦁ Enforcing spatial planning developmental controls within the local authority.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
⦁ Assessing and monitoring work load, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships.
⦁ Identifying opportunities for improvement, directing and implementing changes.
⦁ Representing the Department and management at Council levels.
⦁ Mentoring of departmental staff, performance appraisal and discipline of the same.
⦁ Develop departmental funding sources to support departmental activities.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
The incumbent should possess;
⦁ Adcgrcc in Rural and Urban Planning or equivalent from a reputable university! An MBA is an added advantage).
⦁ At least ten years’ experience in a senior management position
⦁ Local government experience is an added advantage
⦁ Membership of the Zimbabwe Institute of Rural and Urban Planners (ZIRUP) or recognized Town Planning Institute is a must.
⦁ Clean class four driver’s license.
⦁ Strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills
⦁ Strong communication skills both oral and in writing
⦁ Knowledge ofGIS, AutoCAD, and 3D Draughting software
⦁ Mature and at least 35 years old
⦁ A citizen of Zimbabwe and no criminal record