MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
5 years relevant experience at a middle management level
Bachelor of Science Degree in Building Sciences / Architect / Bachelor Degree in Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies or equivalent.
Project Management certificate or diploma / Registration as a Professional Planner in accordance with the Planning Professions Act, 2002 (Act No. 36 of 2002) will be an added advantage.
EXPERIENCE
Have proven successful Professional Developmental / Town and Regional Planning experience.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Lead, direct and manage staff within the department in order to meet departmental and organisational objectives.
Direct the development of Spatial Development Framework (SDF).
Develop and maintain Geographical Information System (GIS).
Direct building control and human settlement function.
Formulate departmental policies, strategies and action plans.
Formulate, develop and implement Local Economic Development (LED) policies and strategies.
Facilitate research on economic development and maintain a database.
Develop and direct strategies to stimulate local economy to promote job creation, investment, tourism and development of Small Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs)
Manage the implementation of LED projects.