Conservation Guide/Research Coordinator

Job Overview

Job Description

CONSERVATION GUIDE / RESEARCH COORDINATOR

Greater Kruger Area
Start: ASAP 5-Month Fixed-Term Contract
️ Contract Ends: 31 January 2027
️ Live-In Shared Accommodation

Are you passionate about conservation, wildlife, research and environmental education? This exciting short-term opportunity is ideal for a highly adaptable Conservation Guide / Research Coordinator who enjoys working across different teams, locations and programmes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support conservation research, monitoring and wildlife surveys
• Assist with field-based data collection and camera trapping
• Train and support volunteers in research and field skills
• Maintain accurate research data and contribute to reporting
• Lead conservation activities and field experiences
• Deliver conservation education to international groups and young people
• Support practical conservation projects
• Adapt activities to different groups while ensuring safe delivery
• Work effectively across different teams, programmes and environments

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
️ Guide qualification or CATHSSETA accreditation
️ Valid First Aid Certificate
️ Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
️ South African citizen or valid South African work visa
️ Highly flexible and adaptable

IDEAL EXPERIENCE
• Conservation or wildlife field experience
• Experience working with volunteers or groups
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent wildlife identification skills
• Research and fieldwork experience advantageous
• Proactive, organised and professional
• Comfortable working in remote environments
• Passionate about conservation and environmental education

PACKAGE
Live-in shared accommodation
️ Meals provided
Laundry service
Free Wi-Fi
3 weeks on / 1 week off
Christmas & New Year paid time off

If you're an adaptable conservation professional looking for a hands-on field-based opportunity in the Greater Kruger, this could be the perfect role for you!