Data & Systems Officer

Data & Systems Officer, Spekboom Restoration Project

Start Date: 01 May 2026

Reports to: Nursery Operations Manager

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary adventure that will revitalise landscapes, combat climate change, and promote sustainable agriculture? Join NatCarbon Africa: a mission-driven, proudly African organisation dedicated to high-quality implementation of large-scale carbon, climate, and biodiversity projects. We embrace the power of innovative technology to enhance project execution. Community engagement lies at the heart of our projects, driven by a genuine commitment to meaningful and inclusive participation and co-benefits, such as biodiversity conservation and socioeconomic upliftment. 

NatCarbon Africa seeks a Data & Systems Officer in the Nursery Operations team for the large-scale Spekboom Restoration Project in the Eastern and Western Cape Provinces of South Africa.

With our partner, Imperative Global, our aim is to restore up to 100,000 hectares of degraded subtropical thicket biome. The Project entails planting Spekboom (Portulacaria afra) on privately owned land to improve ecosystem functioning and agricultural productivity over time, promote biodiversity, improve soil filtration, enhance water storage capabilities, and to reduce soil erosion. The Project is estimated to permanently store large quantities of Carbon Dioxide over the Project life, thus positively contributing towards climate change mitigation.

Position Summary: 

The Data & Systems Officer is required to oversee, manage, and report on various systems and processes, including MyCrops as a traceability system, Agrigistics (AllWage), and stock control systems. The Data & Systems Officer will also assist with the dispatch of plants and associated administration, ensuring seamless operations and optimal performance of our agricultural technology infrastructure. 

Roles and Responsibilities: 

System Management:

Oversee and maintain various systems and processes, including MyCrops as a traceability system, Agrigistics (AllWage), and stock control systems, ensuring they are running efficiently and effectively. 

Monitoring and Reporting

Regularly monitor system performance and generate reports on system health, usage, and any issues that arise. 

Troubleshooting

Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues related to different systems and processes. 

User Support:

Provide technical support and training to users of various systems. 

Dispatch Assistance:

Collaborate with the dispatch team to ensure timely and accurate dispatch of plants. 

Data Management:

Ensure data integrity and security within the systems, including regular backups and updates. Capture and verify data submitted daily. 

System Upgrades:

Plan and implement system upgrades and improvements as needed. 

Stock Control:

Assist with stock control processes to ensure accurate inventory management and timeous order of goods required. 

Efficiency Improvements:

Develop and implement systems to improve operational efficiencies. 

Documentation and Reports:

Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps. Compile and submit system report on regular intervals as required.

Accreditation Support:

Assist with the SGASA accreditation process and implementation to ensure compliance with standards. 

General: 

• Embrace a culture of continuous learning by adapting to evolving job responsibilities, driven by Botterblom Nursery’s commitment to innovation, personal growth, and shifting operational priorities 


• Some travel within the Eastern and Western Cape may be required, including to remote locations, with occasional weekend or holiday work to accommodate schedules. Work hours may be irregular 

• This outline of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. The employer reserves the right to assign additional duties or responsibilities at any time, provided they are reasonably aligned with the scope of the role or necessitated by operational requirements. The functions and responsibilities detailed within this job description may be subject to modification at the employer’s discretion, based on evolving operational requirements, while remaining consistent with the parameters of the employee’s position 

Skills: 

• Proficiency in managing various technology and systems, including traceability, stock control, production and attendance systems.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. 
  

Qualifications: 

• Degree in Project Management, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or similar.
  

Knowledge and Experience: 

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience.


• Proficient in MS Office package.


• Knowledge of agricultural processes and technology. 


• Experience with plant dispatch and nursery operations. 


• Proven experience as a Systems Manager or similar role, preferably in an agricultural or logistics environment. 
  

Working Conditions

• Frequent travel within the Eastern and Western Cape anticipated, including to remote locations. Travel may on occasion cross weekends and holidays to accommodate schedules. Work hours may be irregular


• You will join a great team! We are:


• From diverse locations and backgrounds, but all experts in our respective fields. We bring together a wide range of cross-sector experiences, ideas, and skills


• Relentless in our pursuit of excellence and innovation, always pushing the boundaries and challenging the status quo. But it is not all work for us – we also believe in celebrating our successes, recognising individual contributions, and taking time to support each other’s growth and development


• At our core, explorers, constantly learning, evolving, and seeking new ways to deliver impactful solutions. We are not afraid to dream big, take risks, and step out of our comfort zones because we know that together, we can achieve great things

Compensation

To help us attract and retain top talent, NatCarbon Africa pays employees competitively to the market, depending on experience. Salary is one component of NatCarbon Africa’s total compensation package which also includes health care and life insurance, contributions to each employee’s retirement plan, paid time off and funds to support professional development. We will recognise employees who go beyond expected performance with salary increases and/or promotions.

In return, we expect each employee to, at a minimum:

• Meet expectations in terms of work effort and performance.


• Take the initiative to build the skills and knowledge needed to do their job effectively; and


• Embody the values of NatCarbon Africa.

How to Apply

To apply, please send us the following:

• Cover letter (not to exceed one page).


• Resume/CV (not to exceed three pages).

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NatCarbon Africa provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination.

Only applications received online via the NatCarbon website or LinkedIn Page will be considered