Director of Outdoor Adventure Programs

Placements24; Nuwerus; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Outdoor gear discounts

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Outdoor Adventure Programs to lead a wide range of activities in the Kimberley region. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and overseeing programs, ensuring safety standards, training staff, and maintaining equipment.

The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, risk management expertise, and a passion for connecting people with nature, delivering memorable, safe adventures for participants of all ages.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of experience in managing outdoor adventure or recreation programs.
• WFR or equivalent advanced first aid certification is essential.
• Proven experience in risk management and developing safety policies for outdoor activities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and program development skills.
• Experience with budget management and staff supervision in an outdoor setting.

Aufgaben

• Develop and manage a diverse portfolio of outdoor adventure programs, ensuring safety and quality.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate a team of outdoor program leaders and guides.
• Establish and enforce rigorous safety protocols, risk management plans, and emergency procedures.
• Manage the budget for outdoor programs, including staffing, equipment purchase, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote programs and ensure high participant engagement and satisfaction.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Program development

Ausbildung

WFR or equivalent advanced first aid certification

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking an inspiring and safety-conscious Director of Outdoor Adventure Programs to lead their extensive range of outdoor activities in the scenic region surrounding Kimberley . This leadership role involves designing, implementing, and overseeing all aspects of outdoor adventure programming, including hiking, climbing, camping, and water sports. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest safety standards, managing program staff, developing innovative and engaging experiences, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate is a seasoned outdoor enthusiast with strong leadership skills and a passion for connecting people with nature, contributing to memorable and safe adventures for participants of all ages and skill levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a diverse portfolio of outdoor adventure programs, ensuring safety and quality.


• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate a team of outdoor program leaders and guides.


• Establish and enforce rigorous safety protocols, risk management plans, and emergency procedures.


• Manage the budget for outdoor programs, including staffing, equipment purchase, and maintenance.


• Collaborate with marketing to promote programs and ensure high participant engagement and satisfaction.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in managing outdoor adventure or recreation programs.


• Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or equivalent advanced first aid certification is essential.


• Proven experience in risk management and developing safety policies for outdoor activities.


• Strong leadership, communication, and program development skills.


• Experience with budget management and staff supervision in an outdoor setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.


• Access to outdoor gear and discounts on program activities.


• An opportunity to shape impactful outdoor experiences in Kimberley .