Conservation & Expedition Facilitator/Guide

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!