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Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Planning Assistant
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
Mongu
03.2018 - Current
Updated databases with information related to projects and processes.
Ensured compliance with relevant regulations throughout the planning process.
Facilitated communication between different teams working on a single project.
Inspected sites to asses validity and feasibility of submitted development plans.
Processed zoning and project permits, verifying information against established standards to make accurate approval or denial judgments.
Updated [Software] database detailing information about land use, population and other factors important for planning decisions.
Helped outline population, land use and zoning requirements using polished visual representations.
Utilized database and other tools to manage, track and forecast event jobs.
Produced maps and diagrams using [Software] for use in planning and implementation.
Applied planning strategies using tools to manipulate data, assess scenarios and perform project analysis.
Analyzed alternatives to evaluate impacts and benefits of projects and make recommendations.
Developed and wrote content for long-range planning documents, area plans and subcommunity plans.
Implemented methodologies and technical solutions for planning projects.
Assisted in the development of project plans, budgets and timelines.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely completion of tasks within a project plan.
Drafted memos, letters and emails related to project activities.
Contributed ideas for new initiatives during brainstorming sessions with the planning team.
Organized internal events such as training sessions or team-building activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Land And Water Resource Management
Mulungushi University
Kabwe
11-2024
Diploma - Urban And Regional Planning
Zambia College of Te Built Environment
Lusaka
10.2016
Skills
Feasibility Reviews
Field Surveying
Presentation Delivery
Design Management
Land Utilization
Zoning
Land Use Planning
Site Inspections
AutoCAD
Data Management
Community Education
Data Gathering and Documentation
Presentation Skills
File Maintenance
Languages
English
First Language
Bemba
Advanced (C1)
C1
Nyanja
Proficient (C2)
C2
Nsenga
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Certification
Fundamentals of GIS
GIS for Climate Action
Going Places with Spatial Analysis
Member of the Zambia Institute of Planner
Make an Impact with Modern Geo Apps
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Planning Assistant
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
03.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Land And Water Resource Management
Civil Engineer at Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development - Lusaka City CouncilCivil Engineer at Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development - Lusaka City Council
Senior Administrative Officer at Ministry of Local Government and Rural DevelopmentSenior Administrative Officer at Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
Coordinator - Community Ifrastructure Projects at Ministry of Local Government and Rural DevelopmentCoordinator - Community Ifrastructure Projects at Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development