Shonisani Danisa Kharidzha
Pretoria,Gauteng
Summary
I am a meticulous Town Planner offering over 10 years of expertise in coordinating and developing land use projects. I have impeccable planning, strategic problem solving and outstanding communication skills that enables the swift and smooth delivery of the finalisation of projects.
I am also deadline-oriented and highly effective at building and leading high-performance teams that accomplish planning objectives with efficiency and according to planning guidelines.
I am focused on revitalising communities to meet changing population and societal demands. Forward-thinking leader with vision for future developments.
I have a vast background in developing and optimising plans for land use. Bringing a balanced approach by incorporating environmental, economic and social factors impacting current and future needs. Data-driven and forward-thinking mindset with expertise in problem-solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Associate Town Planner
Raven Town Planners
Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa
08.2013 - Current
- Work on Land Use Development Projects to create commercial, industrial and residential sites in terms of the relevant Land Use Schemes and By-Laws of the City of Johannesburg, City of Ekurhuleni, City of Tshwane, Rustenburg Local Municipality, Collins Chabane Local Municipality.
- Prepare Appeal Applications on calculated land use bulk contributions and submit objections to property rates.
- Represent the Company in Tribunal Hearing
- Conduct research of relevant policies and schemes that affect the proposed subject property and its surrounding area within the jurisdiction of a particular Municipality and the By-Laws that govern. This research assists with compiling a comprehensive proposal for clients that indicates detailed land use application processes, timeframes, and costs.
- Designing layout plans, site development plans, consolidation and subdivision sketch plans, locality, zoning and land use plans, Map3s from Cadastral Data with the use of AutoCad Technical Design System.
- Manage all land use applications assigned from their inception.
- Manage and oversee the appointment of specialists such as Traffic Engineers, Environmental Specialist, Civil Engineers, Geotech Engineers, Conveyancers, Land Surveyors to conduct engineering, technical drawings and environmental studies, and preparation of legal documents.
Education
Bachelor of Urband and Regional Planning (Hons) - Environmental Science
University of Venda
Thohoyandou, Limpopo 01.2006 - 05.2011
Skills
- Report writing
- Policy Researcher
- Land use understanding
- Quotation preparation
- Persuasive negotiator
- ArcView GIS
- Conducting surveys (Land Use & Socioeconomic)
- Dynamic Team Management
- Project Management
- AutoCAD Expert
- Public speaking ability
- Administration strength
Languages
Tshivenda
Native
English
Fluent
Timeline
Senior Associate Town Planner
Raven Town Planners
08.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Urband and Regional Planning (Hons) - Environmental Science
University of Venda
01.2006 - 05.2011
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