Vacant botanist positions in Namibia

[John Irish]

(Three posts, one for a plant taxonomist)

Agricultural Researcher Grade 3A Level 1 (Vegetation Ecology)
Directorate:    Research and Training
Division:               Research
Subdivision:    Herbarium [National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI))
Salary:         N$ 79 929 x 2541 - 95 175
Duty station:   Windhoek

Minimum requirements: An appropriate 4-year B or B (Hons). Degree (or
equivalent qualification) specialising in Plant Ecology. A good
understanding of relevant software and its application for ecological
analysis is required. Knowledge of the vegetation of savanna systems is
fundamental, as well as field experience in standard survey techniques.
Experience in vegetation mapping and/or modelling would be an advantage.

The incumbent will be responsible for ecological survey work
contributing to the on-going vegetation mapping of Namibia. Resource
assessments and situational analyses of target taxa in the development
of indigenous plant products are additional functions of this post.
Extended periods of intensive fieldwork will be required and it is
essential that the incumbent be in possession of a valid driver's
licence.

Enquiries: Dr. G.L. Maggs-K?lling
Tel: [09 264 61) 2022020
Email: gmk at mweb.com.na


Agricultural Researcher Grade 3B Level 1 (Plant Product Development)
Directorate:    Research and Training
Division:       Research
 Subdivision:   Herbarium [National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI)]
Salary:         N$ 97 716 x 2952 - 109 524
Duty station:   Windhoek

Minimum requirements: An appropriate 4-year B or B (Hons) degree (or
equivalent qualification) in Botany or a discipline relevant to plant
product development (e.g. molecular biology, biochemistry, applied
environmental sciences, social sciences, environmental economics), with
at least four years of appropriate experience in the field of plant
product development.  A Masters or PhD qualification would serve as a
strong recommendation. Experience in project co-ordination and/or rural
community work as well as proven experience of staff management will be
an advantage.  A working knowledge of databases and other appropriate
software is required. A good understanding of and ability to interpret
relevant international biodiversity instruments is a prerequisite.
The incumbent will be responsible for the overall co-ordination of the
Plant Product Development Project of the NBRI. Research pertaining to
plant resource utilisation will be required, as well as liaison with all
relevant stakeholders within the biotrade sector in Namibia.

Enquiries: Dr. G.L. Maggs-K?lling
Tel: [09 264 61) 2022020
Email: gmk at mweb.com.na


Agricultural Researcher Grade 3B Level 1 (Plant Taxonomy)
Directorate:    Research and Training
Division:       Research
Subdivision:    Herbarium [National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI)]
Salary:         N$ 97 716 x 2952 - 109 524
Duty station:   Windhoek

Minimum requirements: An appropriate 4-year B or B (Hons) degree (or
equivalent qualification) specialising in Plant Taxonomy. A Masters or
Ph.D. qualification will serve as a strong recommendation. At least four
years experience in herbarium management and/or taxonomic research is
essential for this position. He/she must be able to demonstrate
familiarity with taxonomic concepts. Experience in collection database
management and development would be an advantage. Analytical,
leadership, co-ordination, managerial, negotiating and advisory skills
are all highly desirable.

The incumbent will be responsible for the over-all management and
curation of the collection at the National Herbarium of Namibia (WIND),
and associated databases. Other primary tasks will include planning,
guiding, co-ordinating and conducting taxonomic research as part of the
on-going "Flora of Namibia" project, and providing an efficient and
accurate plant identification service to a variety of users.

Enquiries: Dr. G.L. Maggs-K?lling
Tel: [09 264 61) 2022020
Email: gmk at mweb.com.na


Closing date: 16 April 2003

Applicants must be citizens from the SADC member countries or have
permanent residence to stay in any of the SADC countries. Applications
on form 156043 obtainable at gmk at mweb.com.na or aochamust at mawrd.gov.na
or written application together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae,
certified copies of highest educational qualifications and certificates
of service from previous employers (where applicable) must be submitted
to: The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of  Agriculture, Water and Rural
Development, Private Bag 13184, Windhoek, Namibia.


Enquiries to Dr. G.L. Maggs-K?lling, gmk at mweb.com.na, please.


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Dr. John Irish
Biosystematics Coordinator: Namibia
Tel./SMS: +264-81-269-6602; Fax +264-61-258153
P.O. Box 21148, Windhoek

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