Bachelor of Science Degree in Building Science/ Architect/ Bachelor Degree in Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies; or equivalent; the incumbent must have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience at a middle management level and have proven successful Professional Development / Town and Regional Planning Experience.
The applicant must be computer literate and have a valid driver’s license and his/her own roadworthy vehicle. Project management certificate or diploma; or Registration as a Professional Planner in accordance with the Planning Professions Act, 2002 (Act no. 36 of 2002) will serve as an added advantage.
TASK AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Overall management of the Local Economic Development and Planning Department, implement the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) as well as strategic goals for the Local Economic Development and Planning Department,
Provide support and advice to the Municipal Manager and Council on matters delegated to the department, Implement the Service Delivery Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP), Develop and implement key strategic/business plans including Municipal Spatial Development Framework (SDF), Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act (SPLUMA) ,
Local Economic Development Strategy and Eco Tourism Strategy, Link development plans and strategies with National and Provincial Growth and Development Strategy Extended Public Works Programme,
Land restitution programme/plans and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment and Preferential Procurement Framework, Manage Departmental budget, human resources and other resources in accordance with local government legislation and treasury regulations,
Manage efficient provision of municipal services, Establish, operate and maintain support structures, processes and systems, Direct and control key deliverables and outcomes for the department, Facilitate stakeholder participation and involvement, Ensure legislative, regulatory, policy, practices and standards compliance.