Horticulturist

About the role

The Horticulturist is the head of the University's Horticultural Unit and reports to the Director (Administration). The post is based in Accra and covers the upkeep of the university's plants, parks and gardens, as well as the management of the unit's staff.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the university's plants, parks and gardens and handle all landscaping issues
• Provide technical and administrative support to the Unit and the University
• Take responsibility for the operations, growth and harvesting of plants on and around the campuses
• Prepare technical specifications for plant variety protection
• Assist in formulating design policies for the University
• Manage staff welfare needs of the Unit and supervise a team of casual hands
• Conduct training for horticultural and gardening hires
• Assist in procuring and maintaining horticultural machinery and keep regular equipment inventory

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in horticulture or a related field
• Knowledge of all types of plants
• 10-15 years of continuous practical institutional and managerial experience in ornamental horticulture (technical educational park administration is desired)
• Field experience in horticulture, parks and gardens, especially in a tertiary education setting, is desirable

Required skills

• Excellent knowledge of ornamental horticulture, plant propagation and nursery management principles
• Natural aptitude for gardening and plant care
• Supervisory skills and ability to report, facilitate and communicate

To apply, candidates submit an employment form, a cover letter and a CV with three referees, plus a two-page statement on how they intend to use the time in office. Applications are made through the Human Resources Directorate, Teme campus, and only shortlisted applicants are contacted.