About GVI
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At GVI, we're driven by the desire to make a positive impact on our planet and its people. Our dedicated teams are actively working to address global challenges and together, we leverage a diverse set of specialised skills to pursue a shared vision: fostering a brighter and more sustainable future for all.
We offer award-winning conservation and community development programs in 13 countries, all aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and led by our teams and experts from the communities we operate in.
Working at GVI is fast-paced and fun. We value passion, authenticity and innovation, and we treat each other with respect. But we can do better than words to show you who we are! To see what it's really like to work for GVI, click here.
About the role GVI is looking for a FGASA Qualified Groups Program Facilitator to assist in providing incredible experiences to the leaders of tomorrow. You'll do this by working with our global teams to facilitate Under 18 Group Expeditions as they work on sustainable development projects in the Greater Kruger.
Contract Duration June 2024 - August 2024
Role and responsibilities:

• Supporting the Groups Team in the running of group programs.
  
• Assisting with project work including planning sessions.
  
• Managing the groups on a day to day basis, ensuring they have a positive experience.
  
• Interacting with local partners for certain activities.
  
• Delivering presentations and training relevant to the project activities.
  
• Acting as an enthusiastic role model for participants and providing guidance and mentorship.
  
• Working with the team to ensure the program operates to a high standard and all health and safety protocols are followed.
  
• Ensuring all health and safety policies are adhered to
• Ensuring all equipment is maintained throughout each expedition
• Additional social media responsibilities where relevant

xe2x9cxa8 About you If you are ambitious, purpose-driven, and you have a great sense of humour, we want to meet you. As an organisation, we know that welcoming a broad range of people with unique identities makes us powerful and we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion practices.
xe2x9cx85Professional skills and experience:

• FGASA qualification and all necessary certificates to legally operate as a field guide
• 1-2 years experience working in the field (preferably African wildlife)
• Be a South African citizen/resident or have a South African visa in place
• Have a SA driver's license - Code 08/EB (including the ability to tow a trailer)
  
• Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
• Experience working with international volunteers
• Groups and volunteer management experience
• Fluency in English
  
• Advantageous:
  • A conservation or education-related degree or qualification
  • Trained in First Aid

Benefits Herexe2x80x99s what our global team enjoys:

• Collaborative, flexible culture
• Transparency xe2x80x93 hear directly from the CEO consistently
• We laugh a lot, genuinely care about and support each other, and do the occasional dress-up
• Leadership development
• In-house counselling support
• Growth opportunities across our 17 locations!

Package includes:

• Per-Group Stipend
• Accommodation
• Food
• Visa costs (if applicable)
• Emergency medical and travel insurance

Requirements:

• FGASA Qualificaiton

To apply: Please send your CV along with a cover letter stating why you feel you would be best suited to this position at GVI.
GVI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and values diversity in our organization. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.
Please note: We will do our utmost to respond to all applicants, however, given the large volume of applications we receive, this isn't always possible. If you do not hear back from us within three-four weeks, please take it that on this occasion your application was unsuccessful.