REGIONAL AND URBAN PLANNING OFFICE TECHNICIAN (1 Post)

MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts:

FACULTY OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT, KWEKWE CAMPUS

Post : REGIONAL AND URBAN PLANNING OFFICE TECHNICIAN (1 Post)

Qualifications

• A National Diploma in Regional and Urban Planning or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. 
• A Higher National Diploma in Regional and Urban Planning will be an added advantage. 
• A minimum of five (5) Ordinary Level passes, including Mathematics, English Language, and Science. 
• At least two (2) years of relevant post-qualification experience in the public or private sector. 
• Demonstrable proficiency in Computer-Aided Design software, including AutoCAD and ArchiCAD. 
• Proficiency in rendering and visualisation software such as Twinmotion, Lumion, and Artlantis. 
• Strong technical drawing and drafting skills. 
• Sound knowledge of regional and urban planning drafting, layout design, subdivision planning, and building design. 
• Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software will be an added advantage. 
• Good communication, interpersonal, organisational, and teamwork skills. 
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities will include the following:

• Providing technical support to the Design Studio Lecturer and students in practical planning, design, and studio-based activities. 
• Assisting the Design Studio Lecturer in the preparation and delivery of studio-based teaching, demonstrations, and practical sessions. 
• Assisting students in the preparation of technical drawings, design layouts, presentations, and project submissions using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. 
• Assisting in the preparation of regional and urban planning maps, plans, diagrams, presentations, and visualisation materials for teaching, research, and consultancy purposes. 
• Producing 3D models, renderings, and visual presentations using relevant visualisation software to support teaching, learning, research, and community engagement activities. 
• Maintaining and managing the planning studio, drawing equipment, computers, software, and related technical resources to ensure their effective operation. 
• Training and assisting students in the use of CAD, visualisation, rendering, and presentation software. 
• Assisting in the organisation and preparation of design reviews, exhibitions, presentations, and other studio-related activities. 
• Assisting in fieldwork preparation, data collection, mapping, and spatial analysis activities undertaken by the Department. 
• Providing technical assistance in research, consultancy, innovation, industrialisation, and community engagement projects undertaken by the Department. 
• Maintaining records of equipment, software licences, studio inventories, and related technical resources. 
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and operational procedures within the planning studio and related facilities. 
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the Design Studio Lecturer, Chairperson of Department, or Dean.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, and present salary, date of availability, contact telephone number (s) and names and email addresses of three referees to:

The Deputy Registrar (Human Resource) Midlands State University vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw

Cc: paradzayic@staff.ac.zw

The application documents should be sent as a single merged PDF file to the above e-mail address. It must be noted that this advert will remain open until all the posts have been filled.

*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.