Government EntityCity of Cape Town
    Reference NumberSPE 87/26 Ext
    SalaryR1 370 030 – R1 905 266 p.a
    Centre / LocationCape Town
    Closing DateSeptember 25, 2026
    Source and Applicationcareers.capetown.gov.za

    Directorate: SPATIAL PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT

    Functional Area: Development Management

    Eligibility: Suitably qualified Candidates

    Requirements

    A relevant three-year tertiary qualification in Town Planning Five (5) to eight (8) years’ supervisory/managerial experience Registration as a Professional Planner with SACPLAN Working knowledge of Planning/Local Government legislation, Land-Use Schemes, MSA, NEMA Regulations and other related legislation and policies Computer literacy (particularly in MS Office and SAP) A valid driver’s licence

    Duties

    Undertake strategic management of the District Land Use Management Section Perform technical and operational management of the Land Use Section Manage personnel to achieve performance outcomes. Overseeing all aspects of quality control within the land use management function of a District Planning office Taking responsibility for all Land Use Management operational processes and systems and providing strategic support within the District Planning office Representing the District Planning office and the department at relevant decision making committees Development Management is recruiting positions available in both a new Strategic Development Hub (SDH) as well as in its 8 District offices. Strategic Development Hub The new Strategic Development Hub will provide a dedicated, specialist service for high-value and high-impact development applications, ensuring that projects of strategic importance to the City receive focused coordination and the appropriate level of technical expertise. The Hub, based in Cape Town Central Business Area for the time being, will manage complex private-sector and public-sector developments through a coordinated, multi-disciplinary model, with dedicated capacity to streamline decision-making, resolve interdepartmental issues and provides a relationship-led interface with applicants. This differentiated

    Source / Circular Reference

    careers.capetown.gov.za