Vacancy title:
Assistant Horticulturist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Farming & Outdoors, Cleaning & Facilities, Civil & Government, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]

Jobs at:
Parliamentary Service Commission

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, August 19 2026

Duty Station:
Lilongwe | Lilongwe

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, August 6 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

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Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the existing following vacant posts in the Parliamentary Service.

Responsibilities or duties

• Manages landscaping service contract;
• Assists in the establishment and maintenance of lawns, flower beds, ornamental plants, shrubs, and trees;
• Oversees maintenance of landscaped areas in accordance with approved horticultural standards;
• Monitors the health of plants, lawns, and trees and recommend appropriate interventions;
• Supervises in mowing lawns, trimming hedges, clearing pathways, and maintaining outdoor recreational and ceremonial areas;
• Ensures Parliament grounds are clean, attractive, and free from environmental hazards;
• Promotes environmentally sustainable horticultural practices;
• Supports tree planting, landscaping, water conservation, and waste management initiatives;
• Assists in preparing Parliament grounds for official ceremonies, state functions, and other events; and,
• Guides and monitors compliance the service contract regarding environmental, health, and safety standards.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

A Diploma in Horticulture or Landscape Management or another closely related discipline

Experience needed

two (2) years' work demonstrated experience in horticulture, landscaping or ground maintenance.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: associate degree

Job application procedure

Interested and qualified applicants should send their application letters and detailed Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of certified Educational and Professional Certificates to:

The Secretary,
Parliamentary Service Commission,
Private Bag B362,
Capital City,
LILONGWE 3.

Please clearly indicate the Vacancy Number and the position applied for on the envelope.

Closing Date: Not later than 19th August, 2026.

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