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AKINDELE OLAWALE DADA

Summary

  • An Urban Planner of 10years experience with the resolve to drive professional problem identification, problem-solving, result-oriented urban planning, environmental planning, land use planning, and Development control. I am experienced in the design formulation of a concept, land use allocation, and implementation, policy draft and implementation, processing of building plans for the grant of development permit or approval, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring sufficient and efficient land utilization. COMPETENCE/ SKILL SUMMARY
  • I served as a member of the technical team on the policy for the design and the implantation of planning advice and advocacy concerning the development guide on policy direction.
  • I have worked to ensure compliance with recommendations to the state planning regulations, laws, and approval orders
  • I proffer and provide advice and assistance in committees and forums on planning policies, proposals, land use and development control, zoning amendment, change of use in design approvals, layout plans, and site plans.
  • I appeared in land disputes appeal committee tribunal and court proceedings in defense of the state on action taken on development control and planning issues in general
  • I contributed to implementing the state, and local government master, structural, utility, local, and lower-order plans with 78% success.
  • I was involved in a full range of planning activities relating to land use and development basically on building approval, development/ demolition control, and site plan approval.
  • I provided professional planning advice on development matters and reports and land matters resolution.
  • I assisted the state planning authority and urban renewal agency with research related to development applications and best practices standards.
  • I am experienced in planning practices and procedures and can interpret and apply planning acts and regulations.
  • Ability to work effectively in both team situations and with minimal supervision.
  • I have the Knowledge and ability to comply with corporate policies and procedures, relevant legislation (e.g., Planning Act, Provincial Policy Statement, Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, Environmental Protection Act, Environmental Assessment Act, Mineral Aggregates Act, Development Charges Act), and relevant provincial, regional, and area municipal policies and regulations.
  • I can write, read, and understand technical and research reports, planning reports, meeting agendas and minutes, and policy and procedure manuals.
  • I possess the ability to read and understand professional journals, planning reports and studies, official plans, and zoning by-laws.
  • I possess knowledge and skills in AUTO CAD for designs.
  • Communication skills to interpret and explain complex planning policies and data; respond to inquiries and data requests from area municipal staff, other municipalities, other agencies, and the public; make presentations at public meetings, local councils, technical committees, and external agencies at workshops/meetings; and participate as an effective team member.
  • Computer skills with the ability to use software such as Microsoft Office (spreadsheets, presentations word processing).
  • I possess good organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines in a demanding situation.
  • I have excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, and the ability to influence stakeholders, and the public towards embracing the government plans and policies.
  • I have knowledge and certification in FIRST AID & CPR/ AED LEVEL C, BASIC LIFE SUPPORT PROVISION.

Work History

Vetting officer

  • For the physical planning technical report vis a vis the environmental impact analysis report for proposed, existing, under construction building applications; where over 80% clearance for EIA, reports, and under construction were granted approval
  • I worked as a higher technical officer urban planner site inspector and technical report writer
  • I design and prepare local development plans for approvals and implementations; 68% success rate of the built land by private, business, and public/ individual developers
  • I worked as a site monitoring officer in identifying contravening development and ensuring 71% compliance with the mandate of built rights and zero tolerance for illegal development by the government
  • I prepare and report minutes of meetings held on the activities of the agency and the government where there are huge successes in government plans and implementation policies
  • I granted and signed a building permit for all forms of buildings within my district area
  • I generated 67% of the revenue for the state as a result of functional and efficient services rendered
  • I worked to liaise with the relevant ministries, departments, and agencies on the implementation of the plans for the community
  • I analyze the Project environment vis-à-vis the physical, social, cultural, economic, and aesthetic dimensions
  • I ensured operative development plans are adhered to for functional, aesthetic, livable and seamless circulation
  • I worked as a volunteer at food4kids, Waterloo Region
  • Where I picked and packed groceries, and formed boxes for sturdy construction and efficient packing
  • Labeling food items for optimum distribution process
  • Loading and offloading consignments
  • General cleaning of the work area
  • I worked as an official at the junior and BOCCIA games senior championship Waterloo region, officiating as a recorder and lineman.

Education

Master - Urban and Regional Planning

Lagos State University

Post Graduate Diploma - Planning Studies

UMS HEALTHCARE COLLEGE, INSTITUTE OF TOWN PLANNERS

projects: First Aid and CPR/AED Level C certification. Canada. Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) Canada. Health and safety fundamental, Canada -

WHMIS Certificate, Canada -

AODA Certificate, Canada. Food Handler Certificate program, Canada -

Additional Information

  • G2 Driver License

Timeline

Vetting officer

Master - Urban and Regional Planning

Lagos State University

Post Graduate Diploma - Planning Studies

UMS HEALTHCARE COLLEGE, INSTITUTE OF TOWN PLANNERS

projects: First Aid and CPR/AED Level C certification. Canada. Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) Canada. Health and safety fundamental, Canada -

WHMIS Certificate, Canada -

AODA Certificate, Canada. Food Handler Certificate program, Canada -

AKINDELE OLAWALE DADA