Agbeyewa Farms is a world-class agribusiness with farm operations in Ekiti State, Nigeria. We have foresight for expansion into Africa whilst we create decent jobs and economic opportunities for local communities and become a force to reckon with in the agribusiness on a global scale.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Town Planner
Location: Ado-Ikare Road, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti (with approximately 25% travel within Nigeria and internationally)
Job type: Full-time
Job Brief
- We are looking for a forward-thinking Town planner to develop plans that plot out the best use of land and geographic resources and responsible for planning resource-efficient urban infrastructures that will be long-lasting and sustainable.
- To be successful on this role you must be able to study a land layout and understand use of land through surveys, field investigations, and other research methods.
Responsibilities
- Take part in community surveys and draft out reports on the survey
- Evaluate the status of the business in relation with the environment in which it operates.
- Partake in surveys to determine which area or site is good for construction of building or which is viable for farming or residence.
- Drop up proposals and review plans for construction projects.
- Communicate with the necessary regulatory bodies regarding the status of the environment and stay updated on trends in the profession.
- Keep up to date with legislation regarding land use.
- Negotiate with developers and other professionals, such as surveyors and architects.
- Assess planning applications and monitor outcomes as necessary.
- Research and design planning policies to guide development.
- Research and analyze data to help inform strategic developments.
- Compile and prepare reports and make recommendations on regulations and schedule available resources to meet planning targets.
Requirements
- B.Sc or HND in Urban and Regional Planning or any other related discipline.
- 5-7 years’ experience in reputable organizations.
- Flexibility and innovativeness to respond to changes and come up with brilliant solutions
- Proven report-writing skills, communication skill and organizational skills for liaising with colleagues, developers, architects, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Membership of the NITP – National Institute of Town Planners
- Proficiency with AutoCad and GIS and the use of Microsoft office tools
- Creative thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills to come up with imaginative solutions to planning problems
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good team player.
Additional Information
- Competitive Compensation.
- 5 - day workweek.
- Flextime.
- Competitive Health Insurance (Employee + Spouse + 4 children).
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Training Programs
- Growth and Development
- Mentoring and Counseling.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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