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Assistant Director – Horticulturist Jobs in Sonipat, Haryana, India at Ashoka University
Job Title:
Assistant Director – Horticulturist
Reports to:
Vice President – Special Projects
Location:
Ashoka University, Sonipat
Experience (in years):
Minimum 15 years of experience
Nature of work:
Full Time
About Ashoka University:
10 years ago, we embarked on a journey to establish a world-class, multi-disciplinary, liberal arts and sciences university in India. Built on the finest global best practices of institution and university governance, Ashoka has truly transformed Indian highereducationin India with its unique pedagogy, governance, and best practices. Ashoka is today India’s #1 liberal arts and sciences university that is home to the mostdiversestudent body, a hub forimpactfulresearch and a magnet for best-in-class faculty and staff.
Ashoka has been ranked in the top five among private Universities in India by QS Asia and has also secured top rank among all Indian Universities in the ‘International Faculty’ indicator. The University was earlier awarded Diamond rating by QS I. GAUGE as arecognitionof its continuous focus on academic rigor, inter-disciplinary pedagogy, world-class faculty, academic research,innovativemodules of engagement with the community and teaching methods.
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Job Summary:
The Lead Horticulturist is responsible for planning, developing, and managing horticultural landscapes, ensuring the health andsustainabilityof plants, trees, andgreen spaces. The role involves supervising horticultural teams, implementing best practices in plant care, and overseeing landscape design, maintenance, and conservation efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Horticultural Planning & Development:
Develop and execute horticultural plans for gardens, parks, campuses, and othergreen spaces.
Plan seasonal planting schedules, plant selection, and procurement strategies.
Oversee the development of nurseries and propagation techniques to ensure a steady supply of plants.
2. Landscape Management & Maintenance:
Ensure the maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs, and potted plants through proper watering, pruning, fertilization, and pest control.
Implement soil health management practices, including organic and sustainable methods.
Design and execute landscape renovation or enhancement projects.
3. Supervision &Team Leadership:
Manage and train horticulture staff, gardeners, and maintenance teams.
Develop work schedules, assign tasks, and ensure adherence to horticultural best practices.
Conduct workshops and training sessions to enhance skills in plant care and landscaping.
4.Sustainability& Environmental Management:
Promoteeco-friendlyand sustainable horticultural practices, including water conservation and organic fertilizers.
Implement biodiversity enhancement strategies by planting native species and creating wildlife-friendly spaces.
Develop and monitor irrigation systems for efficient water usage.
5. Research &Innovation:
Stay updated with the latest advancements in horticulture, plant sciences, and landscaping trends.
Experiment with new plant varieties,innovativelandscaping techniques, andsustainable practices.
Document observations, growth patterns, and horticultural experiments.
6. Stakeholder Engagemen…
Title: Assistant Director – Horticulturist
Company: Ashoka University
Location: Sonipat, Haryana, India
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care, Management
