Horticulturist - Worcester at South African National Biodiversity Institute

Reference Number: GKAR/2024/001

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individuals to provide horticultural and conservation services to the production nursery at Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden.

This position requires a national or advanced diploma or degree in Horticulture or equivalent and relevant qualification with NQF 6. Postgraduate qualification or equivalent and relevant qualification at NQF 7 or 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 2-3 years’ experience in relevant field with focus on the nursery.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: excellent knowledge and understanding of horticulture and conservation are essential; extensive knowledge of legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related to horticultural and conservation services is essential; advanced planning, organizing, and problem solving skills; ability to work under pressure whilst being safety conscious; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook) will be advantageous. The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Conduct garden planning and development;
• Coordinate the curation of living collections;
• Promote and conduct horticultural research and development; and
• Participate and promote plant conservation and to work in collaboration with other role players.