Assistant Urban Planner

The Assistant Urban Planner at the V&A Waterfront will support the planning and development team by assisting with various tasks related to development applications, report production, and presentation preparation. Key responsibilities include compiling information for development applications, managing administrative tasks, and producing maps, plans, and graphics for planning reports. The Assistant Urban Planner will also conduct research, assist in report writing, and help prepare presentations, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of planning documents to project teams and consultants. This role is integral in supporting the smooth operation and execution of development projects within the V&A Waterfront.

Job Objectives

• Assist with Compiling Information for Development Applications

Support the preparation and submission of development applications by gathering, organizing, and verifying relevant data and documents.

• Accurate and comprehensive data collected for each development application.
• Well-organized documentation packages prepared in accordance with submission guidelines.
• Timely delivery of all required information to senior planners or project managers.
• Provide Administrative Support for Development Applications

Ensure that all administrative tasks related to development applications are completed efficiently and accurately.

• Application files are maintained and updated regularly.
• All necessary forms and documentation are completed and filed on time.
• Efficient tracking of application progress and deadlines.
• Assist with the Production of Maps, Plans, and Graphics

Create visual materials to support planning reports, presentations, and communication with project teams and consultants.

• Professionally produced maps, plans, and graphics integrated into planning reports and presentations.
• Visual materials that clearly convey planning concepts and proposals to stakeholders.
• Assist with Report Production

Contribute to the creation of planning reports by supporting the compilation, writing, and formatting processes.

• Draft sections of planning reports produced in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
• Reports are well-organized and adhere to established formats and guidelines.
• Timely submission of draft reports to senior planners for review.
• Assist with Preparation of Presentations Support the development of presentations for internal and external stakeholders by assisting with content creation and design.
• Presentation slides that effectively communicate planning information and proposals.
• Accurate incorporation of data, maps, and graphics into presentations.
• Timely preparation of presentation materials for meetings and stakeholder engagements.
• Conduct Research to Support Planning Activities

Undertake research tasks to gather relevant information that supports planning decisions and strategies.

• Assist in research and review of local and provincial planning legislation, policies, development plans and frameworks
• Assist with monitoring and review of planning and development issues impacting on V&A;
• Assist in drafting reports and position statements on planning issues, policies, and City spatial plans
• Assist with monitoring and reviewing planning applications in the City of Cape Town relevant to development of the Waterfront
• Assist with monitoring and reporting on socio-economic issues and the legislative framework affecting development projects