Planning Technician (Grade: 7)

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above mentioned post that has arisen in Binga Rural District Council.

Reporting: Planning Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Siting and pegging of stands.
• Layout designing of residential, commercial, industrial and institutional stands.
• Gathering and analysing data relevant to land use, population demographics, and infrastructure within the rural district.
• Assisting in the preparation of surveys and studies to assess development needs and formulate strategies.
• Assisting in the preparation and revision of rural development plans, including land use plans, zoning schemes, and local development strategies.
• Preparing maps, diagrams, and other visual aids to support planning proposals and documents.
• Providing technical support in the development and implementation of planning policies, by- laws, and regulations.
• Answering queries from the public and providing information on planning regulations, processes and plans.
• Assisting in the management of planning applications, including reviewing, recording and processing applications for land use changes, development and building permits.
• Enforcing planning regulations, and monitoring development in the district.
• Participate in community consultation and public meetings.
• Maintaining an update knowledge base relevant, legislation, best practices in Rural planning, and emerging issues affecting the district.
• Preparing reports and recommendations for the planning officer.
• Perform any other related delegated duties by the Planning Officer.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least a holder of a Higher National Diploma in Rural and Urban Planning Development or equivalent from a recognised institution..
• Knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, and 3D Draughting software.
• At least age of 22 and above.
• At least 1 year experience in the same field.

Other

How to Apply

Interested applicants with relevant qualifications and experience should forward their applications accompanied by detailed CVs and certified certificates to: