Outreach Horticulturist
(Graded as Agriculture Development Technician)
Biodiversity Education and Empowerment Directorate
Contract Position – 1 year – (with possible extension)
(Salary Level 6)
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Closing Date: 11 June 2012
SANBI requires a dependable, hard-working and self-motivated individual who will manage the Kirstenbosch Outreach Greening Programme, its staff and practical development. The incumbent must be able to establish indigenous greening projects in historically disadvantaged communities and schools with emphasis on conservation, display, education and promotion of biodiversity.
The successful candidates must have a relevant tertiary qualification in Horticulture with at least 2 years relevant experience. The incumbent must be in possession of a valid Code B driver's license with at least one year’s practical driving experience. The incumbent must be computer literate (MS Office), have sound interpersonal skills, and be able to communicate effectively in English and at least one other official language (written and verbal).
The responsibilities include:
- Managing the Kirstenbosch Outreach Greening Programme staff, intern and volunteers.
- Facilitating the establishment of school and community gardens through a series of horticultural workshops and regular follow-up site visits.
- Ensuring the ongoing maintenance and facilitating the further development of the gardens.
- Providing appropriate assistance, advice and horticultural information on an ad hoc basis in response to requests from schools and community groups.
- Compliance with the Health and Safety policy
SANBI offers an all-inclusive annual salary of R166 167.30. This is a one year contract with possibility of extension based on performance and the availability of funding.
Please Note:
1) Applications must be accompanied by a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position and confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of relevant experience will not be considered).
2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
3) Applicants must also provide the full names, address and telephone number and if possible e-mail address of at least three referees.
4) Failure to submit the requested information may result in your application not being considered.
5) An application form must accompany the CV and motivation letter.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position.
All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will currently be given to candidates from the designated groups.
Contact Ms Glynnis Webb on 021 799 8635/8800 or, preferably, forward the completed application form (available from recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za or www.sanbi.org) a letter and concise CV via e-mail to recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za or fax 021 762 3229. Postal applications are to be addressed to the Deputy Director: Human Resources, South African National Biodiversity Institute, Private Bag x7, Claremont, 7735.
Closing Date: 11 June 2012
Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI.
If no response has been received within 21 days of the closing date, candidates may assume that their applications were unsuccessful.
