Planning Officer / Planning Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the District Planner the incumbent will be responsible for the following:
• Producing layout plans that comply with planning standards and local development objectives.
• Pegging of stands at designated areas.
• Development control and land management within Gokwe North District.
• Communal village mapping and issuance of communal land permits.
• Assisting in the development of local plans and excision of communal land.
• Enforcement of relevant statutes and regulations.
• Facilitating resolution of land disputes.
• Processing subdivision, consolidation and change-of-use applications in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Facilitating surveys needed for approved plans and development proposals.
• Assessing building plans submitted for approval to ensure compliance with planning and building regulations.
• Carrying out administrative duties associated with planning documentation, records and departmental operations.