Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, November 21, 2019 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The Ol Pejeta Conservancy (OPC) – a leading wildlife conservancy that works to conserve wildlife, provides a sanctuary for great apes and to generate income through wildlife tourism and complementary enterprises for re-investment in conservation and community development is seeking applicants in the position. The Tourism Guide will report to the Field Officer, and working closely with the entire Tourism, Sales and Marketing Department, as well as liaising with Chimps care givers Role Summary: The Tourism Guide will introduce visitors to Ol Pejeta Conservancy’s unique attractions, and to guide them in a safe and knowledgeable manner, providing them with information focusing on conservation messaging while creating a world-class integrated Ol Pejeta visitor experience as a year-round local and international tourism destination. .

  Job Responsibilities:
• Being available for all conservation experience guiding services at: Hippo Hide, Moranis, Chimps sanctuary, livestock etc. as and when required and follow procedures to welcome, handle and escort clients including school groups in an enthusiastic, confident, helpful and compassionate manner.
• Ensuring all Conservation Experiences guiding are booked in the operating system in use (OBTS) and paid for.
• Ensuring the disclaimer form is filled before undertaking any conservation experience.
• Provide support for Bush Walks and Bird Walks in the supporting role of tracker ensuring correct service delivery of these Conservation Experiences.
• Provide visitors with any additional information with regards other available Conservation experiences on Ol Pejeta Conservancy including OPC shops/Adoption Centers and offer any useful local information that may add value to their visit.
• Ensure all equipment needed for conservation activities are provided (i.e. Blankets, ponchos, binoculars, spotlights, water etc.) and report any breakages, repairs or need for restocking as and when necessary.
• Ensure that your attitude and behavior towards visitors positively contributes to OPC’s work to generate income through wildlife tourism.
• Prepare to be flexible and pro-active depending on visitor requirements and ensure that their needs on the ground are met

Job Skills: Not Specified

Job Qualifications:
• Minimum ‘Secondary’ level education with certification. KPSGA certification is an added advantage.
• Minimum 2 years working as a guide.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision, Keen & fast learner, good communicator, confident, presentable and a good team player.
• Knowledge in written and spoken English and Kiswahili..

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified
Job Experience Requirements: Not Specified

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Job application procedure
Any person who wishes to be considered for this position is requested to submit their application letters together with copies of relevant certificates, testimonials/references and any valid professional licensesm to the Head of Human Capital on jobs@olpejetaconservancy.org  with the email subject "Tourism Guide" by Friday, 22nd November 2019.

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