Assistant Land Use Planner

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Job Description

The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB), formerly known as Native Land Trust Board (NLTB) derives its existence from the Native Land Trust Act of 1940. Its core mandate is to manage iTaukei Lands with its Vision “To Excel in Land Services and the Economic Empowerment of our Landowners” TLTB Core Business is Sustainable Land Development to enrich the lives and livelihoods of our landowners. Our organizational Values are – Trust & Transparency, Accountability, United. Knowledgeable, Effectiveness & Efficiency and Integrity & Inclusivity.

To support the Senior Land Use Planner (SLUP) and Land Use Planner (LUP) in fulfilling the Land Development Vetting Committee requirements in assessing subdivision and rezoning applications and providing recommendations to the approving Agencies. To perform various professional field and office planning work and facilitate the Urban and regional planning projects as approved by the Board and stated in the Strategic Corporate Plan [Regional Master Plans, Local Area Plans, Subdivision Scheme Designs, etc.].

Outcomes

Organisational Stakeholders
1. Strategic Planning and Compliance
Support provided to SLUP and LUP in research and analysis for the preparation of TLTB Regional Land Use Master Plan for the various corridors in Fiji.  Sound advice and planning provided for landowners land development. Re-design scheme plans to address land use suitability and Town Planning standards. Charting and inserting Lease Master ID for individual land available lots packaged for online market place. SLUP and LUP assisted in preparing strategic local area plans (LAP), Subdivision scheme plans, and development control plans for potential growth areas as approved by the Board and stated in the Strategic Corporate Plan. SLUP and LUP assisted in reviewing subdivision and rezoning applications on iTaukei Land and ensure compliance with relevant planning laws and regulations in Fiji. Inspection and recommendations provided on scheme plans submitted to be loaded for Online Market Place, for SLUP’s consideration and endorsement. TLTB land developments projects for subdivisions and access road projects – preparing scheme plans, scope of work, inspections and ongoing weekly monitoring of projects assisted.  Information and data supplied to the SLUP and LUP for various planning applications. Researches, collects, records, analyze, interpret, and summarize statistical and demographic information; prepares spreadsheets and establishes and maintains a comprehensive database for LDVC ensured. Local area plans drawn up using ArcGIS software. Data surveys carried out from time to time. Field inspections and other related duties as needed performed accordingly.  Meetings, conferences, workshops, and various trainings sessions attended to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas. Assistance provided in the implementation of the departments planning program as directed by MLS, SLUP and LUP. Contribution  to the effective operation of the LSD Department provided positively. Sound land management systems and procedures implemented in line with the TLTB Estate Operations Manual (EOM) Other duties performed accordingly as required by SLUP and LUP.
2. Administration
Registering, rezoning and subdivision applications, building and managing application databases ensured. Updating landsoft on the movement and status of applications ensured. Public meetings organized and minutes recorded at meetings as and when required. Communicates and coordinates regularly with stakeholders to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities ensured. Reports on work done prepared on a monthly basis.
3. Customer Service
A courteous approach to deal with customers provided at all times. Accurate and timely assistance and advice given to customers ensured. Update consultants and/or tenants on the progress and outcomes of planning applications ensured. Assists in resolving tenants and customer issues ensured. Commitment to the vision and mission statement of the organization.

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence	Description
Business
Strategic Development	Establish the strategic direction and steer the organisation towards its goals
Business Performance	Manage the performance of the organisation.
Risk Management	Analyse and manage risk.
Planning	Deliver results by developing, reviewing or following a work plan, action plan or operational plan.
Systems and Procedures	Develop and/or apply procedures to assist the organisation achieve its goals.
Information Analysis	Make informed decisions by collecting and interpreting data and information
Documentation	Communicate using formal business writing.
Customer
Customer Commitment	Demonstrate a commitment to customer service - both internal and external customers.
Relationship Building	Build beneficial relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
Organisational Values	Display the organisation's image and value standards.
Social and Cultural Awareness	Respond respectfully and effectively to people of different cultural and social backgrounds.
People
Team Orientation	Work in a team towards a common aim.
Problem Solving	Develop practical solutions to a situation.
Innovation	Use original and creative thinking to make improvements and/or develop and initiate new approaches.
Self-Management	Manage your priorities and objectives efficiently and effectively
Professional
Technical Strength	Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance	Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Global Environment	Respond to globally driven changes in the organisation’s environment.
Research	Apply formal research methodologies.
Technology Application	Apply technology.
Operational
Equipment Operation	Control the operation of specialised equipment, plant or vehicles to satisfy the demands of the assignment.
Health and Safety	Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Qualifications

Qualification	Discipline	Notes
Preferred
Degree	Land Management, Urban & Regional Planning, Urban Design, Other related discipline

Work Knowledge and Experience

1. At least 1 - 2 years’ demonstrated experience in a similar field.
2. Has knowledge of the principles and practices of planning.
3. Has knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection.
4. Has sound knowledge of the TLTA Act, ALTA Act, Environmental Management Act, Town Planning Act, Subdivision of Land Act and other relevant legislations, regulations and policies related to land management and property.
5. Has knowledge and experience in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) systems and processes, in the manipulation of geospatial data to achieve desired outcomes.

Requirements

Language Proficiency
Excellent command of English
Professional Associations
Membership of appropriate Professional Institution
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Driver’s License

Interactions

Interaction	Comments
Internal
All staff
Management Team
Executive Management
Regional and Headquarters
External
Statutory Authorities
City and Town Councils
Landowners
Line Ministries
Government Officials
Stakeholders
Customers

Attributes

Attribute	Definition
Behavioural Styles
Accountable	Assumes full responsibility for own actions and identifies with the success or failure of own part of the overall work/goal.
Detail oriented	Attends to the small elements of a task/activity, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Innovative	Devises new and creative ways to do things comes up with original ideas.
Integrity	Adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
Reliable	Is able to be trusted to do what is expected or has been promised, puts in a great amount of effort believing in the value of work.
Interpersonal Styles
Honest
Realistic	Shows concern for facts and reality, rejecting the impractical.
Self Sufficient and Assured	Readily copes with situations without recourse/need of others, showing confidence and belief in oneself and one's own abilities
Team Oriented	Enjoys being with others as part of a group or team.
Thinking Styles
Analytic	Able to separate things into their constituent elements in order to study or examine them, draw conclusions, or solve problems.
Decisive	Reaches conclusions, promptly and firmly.
Disciplined/Systematic	Is controlled in conduct, shows an orderly pattern of behaviour, following a methodical and thorough approach.
Well organised	Controls tasks in a well thought out and critical manner.

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