Summary: Applications are invited to fill in the following critical posts which have arisen in the following departments.

Job Details

  • Deadline: 31 Aug 2026
  • Company: iHarare
  • Location: Kenya
  • Salary: this position offer...

Job Description

Planning Officer / Planning Technician

Gokwe Rural District Council

Expires: 31 Aug 2026

Full Time

Gokwe

Salary: this position offer...

Technician

job Description

Applications are invited to fill in the following critical posts which have arisen in the following departments.

PLANNING OFFICER/ PLANNING TECHNICIAN (Grade 8)

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.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree in Rural and Urban Planning or an equivalent qualification.
  • At least three (3) years’ experience in a planning-related role.
  • Clean Class 4 Driver’s Licence.
  • Membership of a recognised professional body
  • A Citizen of Zimbabwe.
  • A clean criminal record.
  • A clean record of service within the local government fraternity. Zimbabwemarket insights

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application letter accompanied by a detailed CV and certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, birth certificates, and national ID with at least 2 referees to the Chief Executive Officer not later than 31 August 2026.

The Chief Executive Officer

Gokwe North Rural District Council

Private Bag 1023

Nembudzia