Officer – Housing, Land & Estate (Entry Level)

About the role

The Officer – Housing, Land & Estate will coordinate rural and integrated housing development projects for Ngqushwa Municipality, ensuring compliance with the Integrated Development Plan and land‑use frameworks. The role covers the full project lifecycle, from application validation to land acquisition and GIS data maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate rural and integrated housing development projects through all phases.
• Facilitate disaster emergency housing applications and verify payment certificates.
• Validate housing applications, prepare reports and submit for supervisory approval.
• Maintain an accurate register and database of municipal land.
• Manage acquisition, leasing and disposal processes for municipal land.
• Support housing and land development initiatives in line with the municipality’s IDP, SDF and land‑use management framework.
• Apply GIS databases and attribute tables for data analysis and keep GIS information up‑to‑date.
• Undertake land‑use inspections and issue notices to transgressors.

Required profile

• National Diploma in Town and Regional Planning.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to work long hours to meet deadlines.
• Registration with a professional body is an advantage.

Required skills

• GIS database management.
• Attribute‑table analysis and data capture in GIS.