SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Job Opportunity: Horticulturalist
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Horticulturalist to join our team in advancing environmental education, biodiversity restoration, and sustainable land management. This role is central to our mission of igniting a love for nature in children while empowering communities to make informed plant choices that support butterflies, birds, bees, and other vital species.
As a Horticulturist, you will curate, design, and implement plant-based interventions that restore degraded landscapes, enhance ecological resilience, and foster inclusive stewardship of the natural environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Plant Resource Curation
- Select, propagate, and manage indigenous and culturally significant plant species for restoration projects.
- Develop plant palettes that balance ecological fidelity with community needs and aesthetic appeal.
- Manage efficient and effective eradication of invasive plants, and help restore sustainable ecosystems.
- Manage online sales of plants.
- Landscaping
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Research & Documentation
- Contribute to botanical resource libraries, including field guides, taxonomic tables, and visual frameworks.
- Document best practices and case studies for replication across diverse landscapes.
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Collaboration
- Work closely with ecologists, restoration strategists, and community leaders to integrate horticultural expertise into broader biodiversity initiatives.
- Support coalition-building by aligning plant-based interventions with policy frameworks and cultural knowledge.
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Horticulture, Botany, Ecology, or Environmental Science (or equivalent practical experience).
- Demonstrated expertise in indigenous plant species, propagation techniques, and sustainable landscape design.
- Strong communication skills for diverse audiences, from scientific peers to community groups.
- Experience in restoration ecology, permaculture, or agroecology is highly desirable.
- Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and cultures, with sensitivity to local traditions and knowledge systems.
Personal Attributes
- Track record of growing indigenous plants.
- Visionary yet pragmatic: able to balance ecological science with community empowerment.
- Inclusive and collaborative: values diverse voices and knowledge systems.
- Creative communicator: skilled at visual storytelling and accessible messaging.
- Resilient and adaptive: thrives in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments.
Impact
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in restoring biodiversity, empowering communities, and shaping resilient landscapes that contribute to Africa’s Vision 2040 and global sustainability goals.
