Job ID: 302457

Botanist

Making the Difference

Location: East, Maharashtra

Apply by: 15 Sep 2026

Relevant Sectors

Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural, Urban

Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation

Lead high-impact urban afforestation projects across India with emphasis on Miyawaki combining botanical expertise with community-oriented environmental restoration. You should be able to manage end-to-end field operations, nursery procurement, and ecological monitoring in a dynamic NGO environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct soil, climate, site assessments and site surveys.
• Prepare plantation plans, species selection and technical reports adhering to Miyawaki standards.
• Manage vendor negotiations and coordinate with nurseries for procurement of healthy native saplings.
• Monitor plant growth, maintenance schedules, pest/disease issues, and prepare weekly reports with documentation.
To facilitate community engagement and guide volunteers or corporate partners during afforestation.

Required Qualifications and expertise
• B.Sc./M.Sc. in Botany, agriculture/horticulture, Plant Sciences, Environmental Science, Forestry, Biodiversity, or a related field
• Prior work or practical knowledge of the Miyawaki method will be an advantage.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and work outdoors PAN India Level.
Experience
• 5 years of relevant experience in botany, afforestation, urban forestry, ecological restoration, biodiversity, nursery management, or environmental projects for candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience for candidate holding a master’s degree.
Skills:
• Strong knowledge of plant health, soil science, pests/diseases, and species selection and biodiversity conservation.
Ability to manage field operations independently with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good documentation, analytical and reporting skills.

Job Email ID:

hr(at)mtdngo.org