Director of Lands and Public Works

Mwanza District Council

Local Government Service Commission is inviting applications from suitably qualified Malawians for the following vacancies existing at Mwanza District Council’s Establishment.

Job Title: Director of Lands and Public Works
Grade : M2

Duties

  1. Plan and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Directorate
  2. Set standards for construction and maintenance of all Public Works programs
  3. Advise the Public Works Committee of the Council Commissioner of all infrastructure developments
  4. Maintain effectively the resources of the Directorate
  5. Formulate and review shelter policies to ensure optional utilization of the land resources in the Council
  6. Ensure that estate management and valuation activities are properly performed.
  7. Ensure that regulations and procedures for administering contract on constructions and maintenance projects are adhered to.
  8. Ensure that portable water is available to the residents of the council.
  9. Supervise and lead the preparation of physical development plans at local, district and regional and national levels
  10. Formulate and review planning standards and guidelines
  11. Interpret physical development management policies
  12. Conduct on job training for junior staff
  13. Administration of land in the district
  14. Valuation of land and properties in the district
  15. Any other relevant duties that maybe assigned from time to time.

Educational qualifications

Applicants must be in possession of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or Structural Design/Quantity Surveying or Architecture and must have a Master’s degree in any of the above fields from a well-recognized institution and must be registered with relevant professional body. Serving officers in local authorities must have 4 years’ experience at grade F(M3)

Work Experience

A minimum of 5 years experience in a busy construction or engineering industry/environment and serving in a senior position in private and public sector.

Competences

  • This post is strategic in ensuring effective and efficient delivery of Public Works programs in the Council hence the incumbent should have an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of engineering and technical work.
  • He/ She should demonstrate ability to plan effectively the operations of the Directorate and monitor accomplishments against set target.

MODE OF APPLICATION
Those meeting the required qualifications and experience should send their application letters together with copies of relevant certificates and Curriculum Vitae clearly indicating post on the envelope to:

The Executive Secretary
Local Government Service Commission
P.O Box 766
LILONGWE

The closing date for receipts of applications is on 10th June, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.