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Job description

You will support the Head of Planning, Development Management .

Responsibilities

• You will support the Head of Planning, Development Management in meeting all statutory requirements and ensuring effective performance management in the area of work assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Degree in a recognised planning qualification or equivalent and a minimum of two years experience of working in spatial Planning environment. OR,
• HNC/HND/BTEC Higher National Certificate in Planning, Surveying and Cartography. OR,
• BTEC Higher National Certificate in Land Administration (Planning). OR,
• Town and Country Planning, Environmental Science, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Regeneration or other relevant degree qualification. AND,
• A minimum of two years relevant experience of managing staff in accordance with the principles of performance management and personal development
• Current member of the Royal Town Planning Institute/Irish Planning Institute or equivalent
• Ability to set clear objectives and targets and plan and review activities
• Ability to prioritise and manage own work and the work of others
• Strong organisational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop partnerships and individuals as appropriate
• Awareness of issues facing Local Government with respect to Planning
• Knowledge of relevant Northern Ireland Planning Policy and Legislation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows applications.
• A full current driving licence or, if a disability prevents driving, access to a suitable form of transport to enable the duties of the post to be carried out in full

Further Information

Do you have planning experience and looking for a role within the Public Sector? Apply today to find out more. Benefits: Hourly Rate: £19.35 per hour. Location: Mossley Mill. Hours of Work: 37 hrs per week, Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm. Holidays: 34 days pro rata. Public Sector. Duration: Temporary, up to 1 year (initially) Please note closing date for applications is 9am Thursday 4th April 2024. However you can register your interest for other, upcoming Public Sector opportunities by applying today.