Horticultulturist

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

• 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

• 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.

• 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.