Conservation & Expedition Facilitator/Guide

Job Overview

Job Description

CONSERVATION & EXPEDITION FACILITATOR / GUIDE
Hoedspruit, Limpopo ️ Live-In Full-Time
Start Date: 5 October 2026

Are you passionate about conservation, youth development and adventure?

An exciting opportunity is available for a Conservation & Expedition Facilitator/Guide in the Hoedspruit area.

This is far more than a traditional safari guiding role. You’ll work alongside young people, facilitating conservation and community projects while supporting their development, wellbeing, and safety throughout different expedition phases.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Facilitate conservation and environmental projects
• Lead, manage and support youth groups
• Provide pastoral care and support youth development
• Deliver environmental education
• Support community and trekking/adventure phases
• Assist with camp and expedition operations
• Maintain participant safety and professional standards

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
️ CATHSSETA and GUIDING qualification ESSENTIAL
️ Valid First Aid Certificate
️ Valid PDP
️ South African citizen or valid right to work in South Africa

ADVANTAGEOUS
• Youth development or volunteer management experience
• Knowledge of Lowveld ecology and conservation
• Strong practical bush or maintenance skills
• Community engagement or environmental education experience

Important: This role is suited to someone comfortable with remote, off-grid expedition life, including tents, cold showers, communal living and physically demanding work.

If you're adaptable, confident, resilient and passionate about making a difference through conservation and youth development, we'd love to hear from you!