Bongiwe Ndlela
Horticulturist
Dannhauser
Summary
Passionate and skilled in maintaining order while adhering to agricultural procedural guidelines and ensuring that a high level of service is maintained with maximum efficiency. Thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment and aims to contribute to the successful operations of an organization by streamlining processes to increase productivity. Possess knowledge in administrative support, sustainable development, land development, and liaising with agricultural stakeholders and clients. Aim to add value and strive for accuracy when performing duties. I possess a willing-to-learn mindset, eager to leverage my skills and dedication to secure a role that fosters professional growth and allows me to positively impact an organization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2029
2029
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Agricultural Advisor
Agriculture and Rural Development
10.2021 - 09.2025
- Provide technical and general advice to farmers and assist with market access.
- Planning and implementing all agricultural projects and facilitating partnerships with relevant stakeholders.
- Compile weekly and monthly reports.
- Coordinate Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Dannhauser local office.
Farmers Production Support Unit (FPSU) Officer
Rural Development and Land Reform
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Facilitate capacity-building programs.
- Provide technical support in crop production.
- Facilitate linkage between farmers and commodities organizations.
- Facilitate mechanization plan and develop standard operating procedures.
Junior Agronomist
McFair Holdings
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Organize and Coordinate activities for greenhouse employees. Train new employees on cultivating techniques.
- Identify plants and their problem (Scouting)
- Assist the general manager with all greenhouse activities and administration work.
- Manage all greenhouse personnel in the field, ensure safety policies are implemented.
- Manage integrated pest management systems in the greenhouse.
- Develop standard operating procedures for Mcfair Holdings.
- Manage PRIVA system for automatic irrigation and control of greenhouse conditions.
- Manage the packhouse to meet client's expectations.
Agricultural Graduates
Rural Development and Land Reform
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Provide technical and general advice to farmers, office work (profiling, capturing data).
- Organizing meetings and writing minutes.
- Assisting supervisor on the development of Business plans for farmers.
- Attending and planning of livestock auctions.
- Assist senior project officers and compile monthly report.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma-Currently - Horticulture (NQF Level 8)
Durban University of Technology
B.Tech - Horticulture (NQF Level 7)
Durban University of Technology
01.2017 - 01.2018
National Diploma - Horticulture (NQF Level 6)
Durban University of Technology
01.2014 - 01.2016
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Usizo High School
Skills
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Research skills
Knowledge of land preparation procedures
Practical knowledge of planting
Practical knowledge of harvesting
Plant protection and crop management activities
Basic knowledge of crop identification
Understanding of different plant environments
Pest and diseases management in plants
Nutrient provision
Knowledge of Agriculture Standards
Knowledge of Crop Production Standards
Knowledge of Management Standards
Relationship Management
Document Preparation
Strategy Development
Knowledge of plant behavior
Diversity Management
Scientific Report Writing
Landscape techniques
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 10 (C1)
- Marital Status: Single
Affiliations And Research
- University, Recognition Award for academic performance
- SACNASP Candidate natural scientist
- Impact of inputs support by government to small-scale farmers at Tugela Ferry irrigation scheme | 2018
References
Lamulile Ndlovu | Deputy Director | 076 821 6992 | Lamulile.ndlovu@kzndard.gov.za
Gcinani Magagula | Deputy Director | 083 383 3747 | Gcinani.magagula@drdlr.gov.za
Theodore Muremba | Chief Agronomist | 083 879 7182 | theodorem@mcfairholdings.co.za
Timeline
Agricultural Advisor
Agriculture and Rural Development
10.2021 - 09.2025
Farmers Production Support Unit (FPSU) Officer
Rural Development and Land Reform
10.2020 - 09.2021
Junior Agronomist
McFair Holdings
09.2018 - 08.2020
Agricultural Graduates
Rural Development and Land Reform
02.2017 - 01.2018
B.Tech - Horticulture (NQF Level 7)
Durban University of Technology
01.2017 - 01.2018
National Diploma - Horticulture (NQF Level 6)
Durban University of Technology
01.2014 - 01.2016
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Usizo High School
Post Graduate Diploma-Currently - Horticulture (NQF Level 8)
Durban University of Technology