Africa International University Gardener Job

Gardener Job, Current Agriculture Jobs In Kenya,

Job Purpose:

To develop, maintain, and enhance the Kijiji Resort Garden. They will also contribute to enhancing the overall Resort’s team performance in a well-maintained environment and all of Kijiji’s visitor experience.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Maintenance and cleaning of the loading area zone, resort main entrance, and around the house at all times.
  • Plant and transplant flowers, shrubs, trees, and lawns.
  • Maintain Resort Fence and water trenches making sure the fences are always trimmed and trenches always open to avoid blockages.
  • Maintain lawn and grass areas using machinery, and natural fertilizers but no chemicals.
  • Soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation, and planting of the Resorts Farm.
  • Maximum utilization of Resorts Farm through the planting of a variety of crops, crop rotation, pest control, and soil-enriching.
  • Add to the general profits of the resort business through sales of vegetables and fruits from the resort farm.
  • Outside maintenance including pathways, steps, walls, etc.
  • Assist other members of the team and other departments to provide the greatest productivity for the department and hotel.
  • Perform other duties/projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

  • At least an artisan certificate in Agriculture, Landscaping, or related course from a recognized registered institution
  • 1- year relevant experience.
  • Passion for the role.

Skills and Abilities

  • Must be a committed evangelical and practicing Christian.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • High level of integrity & honesty, and maturity.
  • Tact, diplomacy, and flexibility in interacting with clients.
  • Ability to make sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills. 

How To Apply

Applications should be emailed to job.application@aiu.ac.ke ensuring the vacancy code is in the subject line. The applicant should attach, a cover letterdetailed resumecopies of academic credentials, and duly filled job application form. The deadline for application is 29th December 2023 at midnight.