Description:
This wildlife and conservation volunteer project is based in a Big 5 game reserve in Limpopo, South Africa. Dedicated to supporting reserve management, the initiative focuses on monitoring key species. Volunteers also engage in hands-on conservation efforts and contribute to anti-poaching activities. The project is committed to environmental responsibility and promotes sustainable living practices throughout its operations.Seeking a dedicated, committed, hardworking, and passionate guide/ranger to join the team. You will be involved in several aspects of conservation, and wildlife monitoring alongside duties at basecamp.
Requirements;
- FGASA Level 1 (Theory and Practical completed)
- Valid DEAT registration
- Valid PDP license
- Valid First Aid certificate
- Experience with manual 4x4 bush driving and hold a valid driving licence
- Previous experience as a Field Guide/Ranger or in similar research and monitoring environment
- Computer literacy skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Good communication skills with fluent English, both spoken and written
- Ability to interact with people from different countries and diverse backgrounds.
- Physically fit, able to work in unfavourable conditions (e.g. heat or rain)
- Honest, trust-worthy and reliable
- Self-motivated, hard-working. organised and flexible in their work approach
- Must be able to work under pressure, independently and as a team with other staff members and volunteers
- Passionate about sustainable living, their work and that of Leo Africa
- Clean criminal record/proof of police check
- Non smokingResponsibilities;
- Monitoring drives with volunteers to specifically monitor Big 5, hyenas and cheetahs
- Conservation work
- Creation of ID kits of the species monitored
- Writing reports for the reserve management
- Fence patrol
- Camera trap processing
- Data insert and analysis
- Camp maintenance
- Other duties as required
14 Apr 2025;
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