A pioneering youth expedition organisation is seeking a passionate ππ«π£ππππ§ππ’π‘ & ππ‘π©ππ₯π’π‘π ππ‘π§ππ πππππππ§ππ§π’π₯/ππ¨πππ to join their team in the Hoedspruit area.
This is not a conventional guiding position - it's a hands-on, off-grid role combining youth development, community engagement, and conservation facilitation across multi-phase wilderness expeditions. Ideal for someone who thrives in remote, physically demanding environments and is as comfortable mentoring young people as they are managing camp logistics.
Core Criteria:
- FGASA / CATHSSETA nature site guide qualificationΒ
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Valid PDP
- South African citizen or valid right to work in South Africa
- Experience in youth development or volunteer management advantageous
- Knowledge of Lowveld ecology and conservation practices advantageous
- Strong practical bush or maintenance skills advantageous
- Experience in community engagement or environmental education advantageous
- Confident, adaptable, and comfortable working across varied environments
- Willing and able to live off-grid, including tented accommodation, communal living, and physically demanding conditions
Candidate Responsibilities:
- Facilitate community, conservation, and environmental projects
- Lead, manage, and support youth groups throughout expedition phases
- Provide pastoral care and drive youth development outcomes
- Deliver community and environmental education
- Support trek and adventure phase operations
- Assist with camp logistics and expedition operations
- Maintain participant safety and uphold organisational standards
On Offer:
- Salary: R10,000 β R12,000 per month, dependent on experience
- Live-in position
- Based in the Hoedspruit area, Limpopo
- Start date: 5 October 2026Β
