At least a Postgraduate Degree or relevant qualification in the field of Building Sciences / Architect / Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies, or equivalent • A minimum of 7 years’ experience at senior and middle management level, of which at least 2 years must be at senior management level • Must have proven successful Professional Developmental / Town and Regional Planning experience • A Valid Code B driver’s license • Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the Required Minimum Competency Level in Unit Standards for Senior Managers as laid down in Government Notice R493 dated 15 June 2007 (as amended from time to time) • The required core competencies and minimum competency requirements as stipulated in Annexures A and B of the Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers as promulgated in Government Gazette 37245 dated 17 January 2014 (as amended from time to time) • Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policies and legislation • Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management • Must have extensive knowledge of the public office environment • Excellent communication and facilitation skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape • An appreciation of the centrality of the IDP for effective service delivery • A high degree of aptitude to strategic/ operational planning and management, decision- making, leadership, innovation, and motivation.