9 Urban Planning jobs in South Africa

Role Description/Criteria
Our Lady of Mercy College Heidelberg is a Catholic secondary school for girls and a Ministry of Mercy Education Ltd.
The College seeks applicants with a strong background in community liaison work and event management.Refer to
Start date:
January 2026
Terms:
Ongoing fulltime
Salary and conditions
are in accordance with the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022, Category A. The Level will be based upon qualifications and experience.
Applications close:
9am, 23 October 2025.
We encourage submissions as soon as possible, OLMC will review applications as they are received and make an appointment as soon as practicable.
Applications submitted without the required documents listed below will be ineligible for consideration.
How to apply:
Please email with the following
four
attachments:

• The OLMC Employment Application form
• A cover letter
• A curriculum vitae
• A response to the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description

All candidates must provide evidence of having the right to live and work in Australia. Non-teaching staff must hold or be willing to acquire a valid Working with Children Check and undergo a National Police Record Check. If shortlisted, two to three referees will be required, one being the current employer.
Our school community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all students.
OLMC | Heidelberg. Our Lady of Mercy CollegeA Ministry of Mercy Education Ltd | ABN
Application Procedures

Job overview:
The CDA will be responsible for the daily operation of community development activities and provides administrative support in community development areas. The CDA must be able to manage multiple projects and tasks such as preparing planning documentation and reports, while coordinating and maintaining daily flow of communication between the Community Liaison Officer and Community Development Manager. The CDA should be able to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and manage procurement and suppliers.

Qualification:
Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Social Science/Development Studies

Recommended experience:
2 years

Experience:

• Knowledge of Community Development and stakeholder management
• Competent in Microsoft Excell,Word and Powerpoint
• Knowledge of BBBEE Act
• Knowledge of Sustainable Development Goals and National Development Strategy
• REIPPP Governance experience an advantage
• SED and ED programmes or projects
• Adhoc Sponsorship request management and reporting
• Procurement
• Programme or project close out and monthly reporting
• Financial reporting
• Supplier management

Job Description:

• Review documentation submitted for proposal that it is aligned with ED and SED procurement policy
• Receive and respond to queries from program participants
• Consolidate program monitoring findings for reporting to CDM
• Monitor and adhere to procurement processes
• Manage suppliers
• Submits reports to CDM and monitor program compliance and performance
• Drafts agreements, contracts, and communication for approval by CDM
• Prepare payment requests for all projects
• Obtain quotations and proposals for projects to be undertaken.
• Facilitate communication between CLO, CDM and potential partners.
• Maintains and updates appropriate policies and procedures
• Performs related duties as required

Desired Characteristics:

• High level of commitment to accuracy and quality
• Initiator, innovative, energetic and self-driven
• Service oriented individual that can work under pressure
• High level of integrity

Closing Date

2025/11/10

Reference Number

WCG

Tracking Number

DSD 88/2025

Job Title

Community Development Policy Developer: Institutional Capacity Building (ICB), Ref No. DSD 88/2025

Department

Social Development

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Ms D Dreyers at

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town-CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to develop, implement and maintain community development policies.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); Grade 1: A minimum of 8 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 2: A minimum of 18 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 3: A minimum of 28 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Develop, implement and maintain community development policies: Monitor, interpret and review legislation, policies and procedures to determine whether the legislation, policies and procedures are still relevant and comply with current requirements; Develop proposals to amend/maintain the relevant acts, policies and procedures and develop new policies/procedures where required. This includes costing the policies; Develop, implement and monitor youth development programmes; Manage social relief projects. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Study relevant journals and publications to ensure that cognisance is taken of new developments; Monitor and study the social services legal and policy framework continuously; Liase/attend meetings with other departments, non-government institutions and relevant stakeholders to take cognisance of the latest developments in the relevant fields; Engage in continuous development activities; Research and development related to social relief programmes; Perform the administrative functions required in the unit; Stakeholder engagements; The facilitation and developing of provincial NPO Capacity Building focussing on Registration and Compliance, Good Governance, Fundraising and Policies; Identify capacity building needs and facilitate capacity building training for government officials.

Competencies

Knowledge and understanding of the following: Policy formulation and implementation; Public Service Management Framework Theories and Systems; Skills, attitudes and values in community development; Extensive knowledge of the NPO Act, General Laws Amendment Act, the NPO Capacity Building Framework; NPO Fundraising, policy development and sustainability models; Familiar with the Independent Code, Tax Exemption/18a and legal structures for NPO's; Technical knowledge of NPO Registration and Compliance; Skills in the following: Problem Solving; Facilitation Skills and development of Power Point Presentations; Financial Management; Project Management; Computer Literacy; Communication (Written and Verbal); Management of Databases; Ability to undertake complex research; Manage community development structures and projects; Influence individuals and groups to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence will have advantageous.

Remuneration

Grade 1: R – ; Grade 2: R – ; Grade 3: R – OSD as prescribed).

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service(MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Listing reference: ukzn_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 26 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Durban

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES, PROFESSOR/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT), DISICPLINE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES, SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES, HOWARD COLLEGE CAMPUS, (1 POST).

Job description

The University of KwaZulu-Natal is one of the top Universities in South Africa and in the top 500 Universities globally. The School of Social Sciences is well established with a strong research profile and has a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students. The Discipline of Development's Community Development programme has an established reputation, nationally, and it has a vibrant postgraduate research programme.

• The School of Social Science seeks to appoint someone at Full professor, or Associate Professor level in the discipline of Development Studies, who has a specialisation in Community Development.
• The successful candidates will be expected to lecture undergraduates and postgraduate students in two or more of the following areas: Development in Southern Africa, Globalization Then and Now, Development in a Changing World Economy.
• The incumbent must be able to and assist in supervising and mentoring students at Honours, Masters and PhD levels; contribute to the academic functions within the discipline of community development; and actively participate in community engagement projects and in growing the academic standing of the discipline.

The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Development Studies.

Minimum requirements

Professor

• A PhD degree in Community Development and/or Development Studies or any cognate discipline.
• At least 9 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry
• Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
• Excellent and sustained track record of successful attraction of external research grants
• Excellent and sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
• Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
• Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching

Associate Professor

• A PhD degree in in Community Development and/or Development Studies or any cognate discipline.
• At least 6 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry
• Evidence of current and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
• Evidence of sustained and successful attraction of external research grants
• A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
• Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
• Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching

This appointment will be made in line with the University Guidelines/benchmarks which are available on the University Vacancies website on

The School and the University reserve the right not to appoint and/or stop the recruitment process at any stage.

Short-listed candidates may be expected to do a presentation on a specific topic.

All applicants are required to apply online on Career Portal,

The closing date for receipt of applications is 26 October 2025.

Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal ("the University") is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 "POPIA") submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University's recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.

• Please do not send us copies of your degree and other certificates. We will request certified copies if you are short listed for interview.

• Please read the advertisement carefully. We do not consider applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements.

• The University is committed to Employment Equity.

• The University reserves the right not to fill a vacancy.

• Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the closing date, please assume you are unsuccessful

• Please familiarise yourself with the University's Section 18 Notice regarding the processing of your Personal Information.

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to develop, implement and maintain community development policies.

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); Grade 1: A minimum of 8 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 2: A minimum of 18 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification; Grade 3: A minimum of 28 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification.

None.

Develop, implement and maintain community development policies: Monitor, interpret and review legislation, policies and procedures to determine whether the legislation, policies and procedures are still relevant and comply with current requirements; Develop proposals to amend/maintain the relevant acts, policies and procedures and develop new policies/procedures where required. This includes costing the policies; Develop, implement and monitor youth development programmes; Manage social relief projects. Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Study relevant journals and publications to ensure that cognisance is taken of new developments; Monitor and study the social services legal and policy framework continuously; Liase/attend meetings with other departments, non-government institutions and relevant stakeholders to take cognisance of the latest developments in the relevant fields; Engage in continuous development activities; Research and development related to social relief programmes; Perform the administrative functions required in the unit; Stakeholder engagements; The facilitation and developing of provincial NPO Capacity Building focussing on Registration and Compliance, Good Governance, Fundraising and Policies; Identify capacity building needs and facilitate capacity building training for government officials.

Knowledge and understanding of the following: Policy formulation and implementation; Public Service Management Framework Theories and Systems; Skills, attitudes and values in community development; Extensive knowledge of the NPO Act, General Laws Amendment Act, the NPO Capacity Building Framework; NPO Fundraising, policy development and sustainability models; Familiar with the Independent Code, Tax Exemption/18a and legal structures for NPO's; Technical knowledge of NPO Registration and Compliance; Skills in the following: Problem Solving; Facilitation Skills and development of Power Point Presentations; Financial Management; Project Management; Computer Literacy; Communication (Written and Verbal); Management of Databases; Ability to undertake complex research; Manage community development structures and projects; Influence individuals and groups to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence will have advantageous.

Grade 1: R – ; Grade 2: R – ; Grade 3: R – OSD as prescribed).

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service(MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

South African Environmental GIS specialist/Land use Planner.

THIS IS A CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITY - NOT A FULL TIME JOB

7-10 years' experience needed

Familiarity with South African planning frameworks and DALRRD procedures strongly preferred.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATION:

Degree in geography, urban and regional planning, environmental science, or a related field.

• At least 7 years of experience in
spatial planning and GIS applications
for l
and use managemen
t.

• Hands-on experience producing land-use plans, site mapping, and schematic designs for conservation, eco-tourism, or post-mining rehabilitation.

• Proficiency in
ArcGIS, QGIS, and remote sensing tools
with ability to integrate spatial data into planning processes.

•
Biodiversity and ecological restoration expertise
to recommend post-mining land uses (protected areas, botanical gardens, eco-tourism).

• Experience in
mapping land transfer pathways
and engaging government and communities to ensure compliant land release processes.

• Familiarity with South African planning frameworks and DALRRD procedures strongly preferred.

Email your CV to

Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to administer and preserve the agricultural land of the Western Cape with the aim of maintaining a sustainable agricultural sector through advising and enforcing the Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act no 70 of 1970. This is accomplished by contributing to laws and policies and by taking into account relevant legislation to arrive at a meaningful conclusion.

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification) in Natural Resource Management / Environmental Management / Town Planning / Agriculture / Civil Engineering or equivalent; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa; A minimum of 6 years appropriate experience in Land Use Planning and Agricultural Resource Management; A valid (Code EB or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

None.

Manage and develop administrative policies, procedures, guidelines, standing operating procedures, prescripts and regulations for the promotion and preservation of agricultural land; Provide strategic advice and guidance on the subdivision of Agricultural Land Act and other relevant legislation; Facilitate and represent of the Department and the sub-programme; Facilitate and coordinate the development and revision of a strategic plan for agricultural land use in the Western Cape Province Self development.

The following will be advantageous: Extensive knowledge of Land Use Planning (Legislation, National, Provincial and Municipal). Technical and scientific knowledge in drafting change of land use applications and assessment thereof; Experience in the evaluation of the Conservation of Agricultural Resources ACT, Spatial Development Frameworks, Subdivision, Rezoning and Environmental Impact Assessments; Knowledge of the Agricultural sector and Management of Natural Resources; Computer literacy with experience in the use of Microsoft (Excel, Word, Power Point), ArcView/GlS programs.

Knowledge of the following: Theory, design and implementation of agricultural resource management plans; Assessment of change of land use applications; Legal compliance of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (CARA), Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act (SALA), National Water Act (NWA); Technical/Scientific report writing; Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (CARA), Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act (SALA), National Water Act (NWA); Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Project management; Technical knowledge; Research and development; Legal compliance and policies; Agricultural Engineering background and water run-off control management; Soil classification and potential and impact on crop production; Town and Regional Planning; Environmental legislation.

R R per annum (Salary level 10)

Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to You may contact the helpline at Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.