Youth Expedition & Conservation Facilitator

Wild Dreams Hospitality; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 112,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in position

Based in Hoedspruit area

Job summary

Wild Dreams Hospitality seeks a hands-on conservation facilitator to join our remote expedition team in Hoedspruit, Limpopo. This live-in role blends conservation work with youth development and logistics across field sites. Candidates should hold FGASA or CATHSSETA, a valid First Aid certificate, and a PDP, plus comfort with off-grid living.

Start date 5 October 2026; salary R10,000–R12,000 monthly. You will mentor international youth groups, deliver environmental education in the field, and

Qualifications

• FGASA or CATHSSETA guiding qualification is required.
• Valid First Aid Certificate is required.
• Valid PDP (Professional Driving Permit) is required.
• Citizen of SA or valid work permit to work in SA.
• Off-grid living experience with minimal facilities is expected.
• Experience in youth development or volunteer management is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Lowveld ecology and conservation practices is advantageous.
• Practical bush or maintenance skills are advantageous.
• Experience in community engagement or environmental education is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate conservation and environmental projects with young participants.
• Lead and support youth groups through expedition phases.
• Provide pastoral care and guide personal development of participants.
• Deliver environmental education in the field.
• Support community engagement and trek/adventure phases.
• Assist with camp logistics and wider expedition operations.
• Uphold participant safety and organisational standards at all times.

Skills

Youth development experience

Volunteer management

Adaptable across varied settings

Strong practical bush skills

Maintenance skills

Environment education delivery

Education

FGASA / CATHSSETA guiding qualification

Valid First Aid Certificate

Valid PDP (Professional Driving Permit)

South African citizen or valid right to work in SA

Job description

Wild Dreams Hospitality seeks a hands-on conservation facilitator to join our remote expedition team in Hoedspruit, Limpopo. This live-in role blends conservation work with youth development and logistics across field sites. Candidates should hold FGASA or CATHSSETA, a valid First Aid certificate, and a PDP, plus comfort with off-grid living.

Start date 5 October 2026; salary R10,000–R12,000 monthly. You will mentor international youth groups, deliver environmental education in the field, and