Nursery Manager
Core
Senior operational leader responsible for producing 20-30 million high-quality Spekboom plants annually for large-scale climate restoration and biodiversity projects.
Role type
Senior IC nursery manager (horticulture)
Builds
Spekboom (Portulacaria afra) plants via Ellepot propagation system
Domain
Horticulture / Climate restoration / Carbon sequestration
Required skills
Plant nursery management, Ellepot propagation system expertise, Integrated Management Team leadership, Contract management, Quality assurance (PQI), Budget management, Health and safety compliance, Data integrity, Biosecurity protocols
Preferred skills
Large-scale agricultural operations, Service provider oversight, Digital field systems (MyCrops, KoBo)
Technologies
Ellepot system, MyCrops, KoBo, SharePoint
Responsibilities
Plan and oversee propagation of 20 million Spekboom plants annually; Lead the Integrated Management Team including company staff and service provider operations; Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and quality indices; Manage nursery operating budget and procurement; Oversee health, safety, and biosecurity protocols; Produce operational and financial reports.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
