HARARE TO ACHIEVE A WORLD-CLASS CITY STATUS BY 2025
POSITION: PRINCIPAL TOWN PLANNER (ENVIRONMENT & RESEARCH)(1 POST)
GRADE:6
REPORTING TO: CHIEF TOWN PLANNER
LOCATION: CLEVELAND HOUSE
DEPARTMENT: WORKS
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill in the above-mentioned vacancy in the Town Planning Division of the Department of Works in the City of Harare.
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for developing and reviewing Council Planning Policies relating to land use,
transport, infrastructure, and environment.
KEY RESULT AREAS
Developing and reviewing Town Planning Policy at a national, regional, or local level, in
relation to planning, development, and administration of the planning function of the City
including land use, transport, the local economy, green infrastructure, renewable energy,
climate change, and environmentally sensitive areas.
Assisting in the preparation of Local Plans and Master Plans.
Preparation and implementation of transport policies, housing policies, environmental policies, and strategies to create an efficient transport network, livable settlements, and sustainable cities.
Ensuring that built-up areas are attractive, safe, and pleasant to live, work in and visit.
Working to energise places that have become run-down, spearheading urban
regeneration programmes.
Balancing the needs of a growing population with environmental impacts.
Conducting appropriate periodic research to inform Planning applications/practice.
Consultations and negotiations with consultants and developers
Enforcing planning controls for developments.
Preparing policy or guidance documents on how to manage historic environments, or
refurbish or re-use listed buildings.
Producing planning submissions, appeals, design and access statements and other
documents.
Running public consultations related to specific researches.
Keeping abreast with national rules and regulations with regard to land use and planning.
Researching available resources and using them to develop the city.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning or related field.
A Master’s Degree in Urban Planning or related field will be an added advantage.
A minimum of 5 years post qualification experience working in the public or private
sector.
Membership of the Zimbabwe Institute of Rural and Urban Planners (ZIRUP), or any
recognized Town Planning Institute a must.
Clean Class 4 Driver’s licence.a must.
Computer literate
DESIRED COMPETENCIES
Project management experience
Outstanding time management skills to meet deadlines.
Strong organisation skills with an ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Excellent communication both written and verbal with a high standard of report writing.
Good analytical skills.
Creative thinking and problem solver
Outstanding IT skills in data management systems a variety of software packages
Team Player
Ability to manage stakeholders.
NB: City of Harare is an equal opportunities employer and female applicants are
encouraged to apply.
COMPENSATION
A competitive salary commensurate with the post and other benefits will be disclosed to
successful candidates.
More Information
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Job Application Details
APPLICATION DETAILS
A written application letter together with a detailed curriculum vitae including certified copies of both educational and professional qualifications and three (3) traceable references should be submitted to: The Acting Human Capital Director Rowan Martin Building P. O. Box 1680 HARARE Or hand deliver to Records Office, Basement, Room B38 at Rowan Martin Building. To arrive not later than 5 JUNE 2023 (Clearly state on the envelope the position applied for). CANVASSING WILL DISQUALIFY APPLICANTS. NOTE:Only shortlisted applicants will be responded to
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