Planning Technician

UMP ZVATAIDA RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL Applications are invited from suitably qualified, experienced, self-motivated and task-oriented individuals to fill the following positions that have arisen within the Uzumba Maramba Pfungwe Zvataida Rural District Council. PLANNING TECHNICIAN (GRADE 8) The incumbent shall be reporting to the E.O. Planning & Environment JOB SPECIFICATION The incumbent will be responsible for inter alia: 1. Maintaining an up-to-date inventory of departmental records. 2. Assisting in the preparation of the district annual development plan and strategic plan as well as rolling plans 3. Producing layout plans for Rural Service Centers and business centers in conjunction with the head of department. 4. Assist in the development of local plans and excision of communal land. 5. Facilitating pegging of stands at R.S.C's and business centers in consultation with the Department of Spatial Planning and Development. 6. To conduct development control in the district. 7. Conduct site inspections and feasibility assessments for proposed developments. 8. Issue enforcement orders and prohibition orders and recommend demolition orders for non- compliance with model building by-laws. 9. Assessment of building plans. 10. Any other Council duty assigned by the Supervisor PERSON SPECIFICATION Applications for the position must meet the following minimum requirements; National Diploma in Regional and Urban Planning/equivalent and a higher qualification is an added advantage. At least two years' experience in a similar role in a Local Authority environment or Public Sector Distinct computer skills such as AUTOCAD, GIS and Survey Membership of a professional body is an added advantage. Police clearance Must be at least 25 years of age. TO APPLY Interested candidates should submit application letters accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, with at least 3 names of contactable referees, together with certified copy of driver's license, police clearance, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, which should reach the undersigned through email, posting (continuous pdf) or hand delivering not later than Monday, 16 November, 2026. The Chief Executive Officer UMP Zvataida RDC P.O. Box 17 MUTAWATAWA umprdc@yahoo.com UMP Zvataida Rural District Council is an equal opportunity employer, therefore women and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the posts. How to apply Interested candidates should submit application letters accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, with at least 3 names of contactable referees, together with certified copy of driver's license, police clearance, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, which should reach the undersigned through email, posting (continuous pdf) or hand delivering not later than Monday, 16 November, 2026. The Chief Executive Officer UMP Zvataida RDC P.O. Box 17 MUTAWATAWA umprdc@yahoo.com UMP Zvataida Rural District Council is an equal opportunity employer, therefore women and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the posts.