botany
The taxonomy or classification of plant life, phylogeny and evolution, anatomy and morphology, and physiology.
green
Curators of horticulture develop and maintain the botanical collections, exhibits and landscapes of a botanical garden.
Competences and skills
24 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencescollection management
The process of resource evaluation, selection and life-cycle planning to create and promote a coherent collection in line with the developing needs of the users or customers. Understanding legal deposit for long-term access to publications.
collection management software
Be familiar with specialised collection management software used to document and keep record of the museum collection.
digital
horticultural design
Design of horticultural areas taking into account factors, such as climate and microclimates, topography and orientation, site drainage and groundwater recharge, municipal and resource building codes, soils and irrigation, human and vehicular access and circulation, etc.
horticulture principles
The standard horticultural practices, including but not limited to planting, pruning, corrective pruning, and fertilisation.
Cross-sector
3 competencesadvertising techniques
The communication strategies intended to persuade or encourage an audience, and the different media which are used to achieve this goal.
biology
Tissues, cells, and functions of plant and animal organisms and their interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.
green
ecology
The study of how organisms interact and their relation to the ambient environment.
green
Essential skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesadvise on acquisitions
Provide advice based on existing and planned acquisitions and investigate acquisition options.
identify plants characteristics
Identify and classify crop characteristics. Be able to recognise different types of bulbs by name, graded sizes, field markings and stock markings.
green
manage ground maintenance
Plan and direct the work of ground maintenance workers and units and maintain all natural areas.
Cross-sector
5 competencesconduct workplace audits
Conduct work site audits and inspections in order to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
keep task records
Organise and classify records of prepared reports and correspondence related to the performed work and progress records of tasks.
manage budgets
Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.
manage contracts
Negotiate the terms, conditions, costs and other specifications of a contract while making sure they comply with legal requirements and are legally enforceable. Oversee the execution of the contract, agree on and document any changes in line with any legal limitations.
manage database
Apply database design schemes and models, define data dependencies, use query languages and database management systems (DBMS) to develop and manage databases.
digital
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
2 competencesforest conservation
The practice of planting and maintaining forested areas for preserving and protecting forests and the environment.
green
forest ecology
The ecosystems existing in a forest, starting from bacteria to trees and soil types.
green
Optional skills and competences 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesadvise on tree issues
Advise organisations or private individuals on planting, caring for, pruning or removing trees.
green
educate people about nature
Speak to a variety of audiences about e.g. information, concepts, theories and/or activities related to nature and its conservation. Produce written information. This information may be presented in a range of formats e.g. display signs, information sheets, posters, website text etc.
green
Cross-sector
4 competenceseducate public on fire safety
Develop and execute educational and promotional plans to educate the public on fire prevention knowledge and methods, fire safety such as the ability to identify hazards and the use of fire safety equipment, and to raise awareness on fire prevention issues.
educate the public about wildlife
Speak with groups of adults and children to teach them how to enjoy the forest without harming it or themselves. Speak in schools or with specific youth groups if called upon. Develop and teach programs related to nature conservation.
green
respond to enquiries
Respond to enquiries and requests for information from other organisations and members of the public.
support volunteers
Follow up volunteer activity.