Real Estate Executive – Filling Station Land Acquisition

1. JOB PURPOSE The Real Estate Executive is responsible for identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and securing suitable land parcels for the development of UNO Energies filling stations across Zambia. The role requires a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape governing petroleum retail site development, including compliance with the Energy Regulation Board (ERB), local councils, the Road Development Agency (RDA), ZEMA, WARMA, and other statutory bodies. The executive will build and sustain strategic relationships with government institutions, landowners, and community stakeholders to ensure timely acquisition of permits and approvals, while upholding the highest standards of professional ethics. 2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES A. Land Identification & Acquisition • Conduct nationwide surveys to identify strategic land sites suitable for filling station development in both urban and rural areas. • Assess sites against ERB, RDA, and local council zoning and development requirements before recommending to management. • Prepare site evaluation reports including traffic counts, proximity analyses, environmental considerations, and commercial viability assessments. • Source and manage a pipeline of prospective sites and maintain an active property database. • Coordinate with surveyors, valuers, and legal teams to conduct due diligence on identified parcels. B. Regulatory Compliance & Statutory Liaison • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key statutory bodies including: • Energy Regulation Board (ERB) – for petroleum retail site licensing and safety compliance. • Local Councils (City, Municipal & District) – for land use consents, building permits, and planning approvals. • Road Development Agency (RDA) – for access road, driveway, and setback approvals. • Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) – for environmental impact assessments. • Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) – for site drainage and water use approvals. • Zambia Land Alliance