• FGASA Field Guide or Game Ranger certification (preferred).
• Tracking qualification (advantageous).
• Valid driver’s license and PDP (for guest activities).
• Firearm competency certificate (if carrying a rifle for dangerous game areas).
• First Aid Level 1 or higher (essential).

Experience

• 1–3+ years as a Game Ranger, Field Guide, or Conservation Officer.
• Experience with wildlife monitoring, patrols, and guest guiding advantageous.
• Exposure to reserve management, land care, or ecological projects is beneficial.

Technical Skills

• Strong wildlife identification and tracking skills.
• Knowledge of conservation practices, habitats, and ecosystems.
• Ability to operate 4×4 vehicles and basic mechanical understanding.
• Radio communication and GPS/navigation skills.
• Firearm handling (if applicable to the reserve).

Core Competencies

• Strong observational skills and situational awareness.
• Excellent communication and guest interaction abilities.
• Physical fitness and ability to work in harsh outdoor conditions.
• Problem-solving and quick decision-making.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and in potentially dangerous situations.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about wildlife, conservation, and the natural environment.
• Responsible, reliable, and ethical.
• Professional, approachable, and safety-conscious.
• Team player but also able to work independently.
• Emotionally resilient and adaptable to remote working conditions.

• FGASA Field Guide or Game Ranger certification (preferred).
• Tracking qualification (advantageous).
• Valid driver’s license and PDP (for guest activities).
• Firearm competency certificate (if carrying a rifle for dangerous game areas).
• First Aid Level 1 or higher (essential).

Experience

• 1–3+ years as a Game Ranger, Field Guide, or Conservation Officer.
• Experience with wildlife monitoring, patrols, and guest guiding advantageous.
• Exposure to reserve management, land care, or ecological projects is beneficial.

Technical Skills

• Strong wildlife identification and tracking skills.
• Knowledge of conservation practices, habitats, and ecosystems.
• Ability to operate 4×4 vehicles and basic mechanical understanding.
• Radio communication and GPS/navigation skills.
• Firearm handling (if applicable to the reserve).

Core Competencies

• Strong observational skills and situational awareness.
• Excellent communication and guest interaction abilities.
• Physical fitness and ability to work in harsh outdoor conditions.
• Problem-solving and quick decision-making.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and in potentially dangerous situations.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about wildlife, conservation, and the natural environment.
• Responsible, reliable, and ethical.
• Professional, approachable, and safety-conscious.
• Team player but also able to work independently.
• Emotionally resilient and adaptable to remote working conditions.