Expedition And Environmental Facilitator/Guide

Bushwise; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Bushwise in Hoedspruit is seeking an Expedition & Environmental Facilitator/Guide for a full-time, live-in role in an off-grid expedition environment. You will work with youth across expedition phases, delivering conservation and community projects while supporting trek, camp, and safety operations.

Ideal candidates are passionate about conservation, adaptable, and enjoy working with young people in challenging bush conditions.

Qualifications

• South African citizen or valid right to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Delivering community & environmental education in the Hoedspruit area.
• Supporting Trek & Adventure phases of expeditions.
• Assisting with camp & expedition operations.
• Maintaining participant safety & upholding programme standards.

Skills

Youth development

Environmental education

Community engagement

Adventure facilitation

Safety and risk awareness

Job description

Start Date: 5 October 2026

Full-time | Live-in

Are you passionate about youth development, conservation, adventure and the African bush?

An exciting opportunity is available for an Expedition & Environmental Facilitator/Guide to support youth development, community and environmental programmes in the Hoedspruit area.

THIS IS MORE THAN A GUIDING ROLE!

You’ll work alongside young people throughout different Expedition phases, helping facilitate their development and wellbeing while supporting conservation, community and adventure projects.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• South African citizen or valid right to work in South Africa

ADVANTAGEOUS

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

THE ROLE INCLUDES:

• Delivering community & environmental education
• Supporting Trek & Adventure phases
• Assisting with camp & Expedition operations
• Maintaining participant safety & upholding programme standards

IMPORTANT: This is an off-grid expedition environment. You must be comfortable with tents, cold showers, communal living, remote locations and physically demanding work.

If you’re confident, adaptable, passionate about conservation and enjoy working with young people, this could be the opportunity for you!