Urban Planning Specialist
Oyo State New Towns and Cities Development Agency (OYNTCDA) is a specialised agency of the Oyo State Government, newly established to lead the design, planning, and coordinated implementation of new towns, urban corridors, and infrastructure-driven settlements across the State. Its mandate includes promoting structured urban expansion, attracting investment, ensuring inclusive development, and delivering resilient, livable communities.
The Urban Planning Specialist will be responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of masterplans, spatial frameworks, land use policies, and regulatory guidelines for OYNTCDA. This role is pivotal to ensuring that all new urban developments are efficient, inclusive, sustainable, and aligned with the state’s long-term growth strategy. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with architects, engineers, community development officers, GIS analysts, and external consultants to prepare comprehensive and implementable urban development plans. The position requires strong technical expertise in spatial planning, stakeholder coordination, and knowledge of development control processes.
• Lead the preparation and review of masterplans, district plans, and land use frameworks for new towns and growth corridors
• Conduct spatial needs assessments, demographic studies, and urban growth modelling to guide development priorities
• Coordinate planning input for zoning regulations, urban design codes, and infrastructure layout proposals
• Guide site layouts, subdivision planning, and integration of transport, housing, and public spaces
• Ensure all planning activities comply with statutory requirements, physical planning laws, and environmental standards
• Provide technical oversight on the implementation of urban plans, including monitoring alignment with development control guidelines
• Liaise with local government authorities, landowners, and community groups to support participatory planning processes
• Support project feasibility studies and infrastructure investment prioritisation based on spatial and socio-economic data
• Contribute to the preparation of planning briefs, TORs, and evaluation of consultant submissions
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in urban planning, with demonstrable work on city-scale or regional development projects
• Registration with the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) and the Town Planners Registration Council (TOPREC) is mandatory
• Strong understanding of Nigerian urban development laws, land use regulations, and infrastructure planning standards
• Proficiency in planning tools including AutoCAD, ArcGIS/QGIS, and urban modelling software
• Experience in preparing planning reports, policy documents, and stakeholder presentation materials
• Excellent communication, analytical, and team collaboration skills
• Familiarity with public-private development models, land management, and affordable housing schemes is a plus
Please complete the form below to apply for the position. Ensure that all required fields are filled out accurately and completely. Incomplete submissions may not be considered. Alternatively, you can email your CV/resume and cover letter (optional) to [email protected] .Be sure to clearly state the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
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