Assistant Head Guide

Minimum Requirements:

• Professional Field Guide and FGASA Mentor (Advantage)
• Rifle Proficiency and ARH
• Drivers License and PrDP
• Previous experience as an Assistant Head Guide.
• Sound knowledge on the applicable / relevant property and company procedures for the department, according to the standards of FGASA and the lodges Guiding culture.
• Excellent attention to detail, excellent hygiene principles.
• Guest focus philosophy
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), practicing honest communication
• Team player with positive attitude, enthusiasm, and emotional control
• Excellent time management and self-discipline, interpersonal & problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, use initiative and creative flair when required
• Committed and loyal, adaptable, and flexible
• Must work accurately under pressure
• Leadership skills with passion for development and skills transfer

Duties:

• Assist the head guide in overseeing the training and monitoring of all Field Guide functions according to the FGASA standards.
• Ensure full responsibility in the absence of the Head Guide to take over all the responsibilities, including all workshop and vehicle maintenance, chairing and recording all meetings, assisting in social media platforms, incident management in the event of emergency or evacuation, training, development and mentorship of new / young guides, conservation on the reserve, and general service & guest care.