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Conservational and Research Guide

Casela Nature Parks
Full-time
  • Black River
  • Not disclosed
  • Posted Jul 31, 2026
  • Closing 30/08/2026
  • Tourism / Travel
  • Conservation Guide
  • Research Guide
  • Travel Guide
  • Wildlife Conservation

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Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Study and analyse characteristics of animals such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life histories, development, genetics, and distribution.
  • Oversee the care and distribution of zoo animals and working with curator and keepers to determine the best way to contain animals, maintain their habitats and manage facilities.
  • Educate all visitors, including local schools and colleges, and raise awareness of environmental issues and conservation officers' work.
  • Promote and implement local and national biodiversity action plans in partnership with local/national/international statutory and voluntary organisations;
  • Organise, supervise and train supporting staff and volunteers on conservation aspect.
  • Maintain effective records using IT database systems.
  • Liaise with the media to publicise organisation as directed;
  • Deal with enquiries from the public
  • Driver and guide for guests at Casela
  • Take care of vehicles allocated for guided tours including washing and cleaning of same.
  • Report faults and damages to vehicles as per set procedures
  • Give factual information to guests about Casela and the animals of the collection when acting as guide and driver.
  • Give factual information about conservation and biodiversity at Casela to guests during guided tours
  • Create tour itineraries with the approval of direct supervisor
  • Enhance standard of all guides and drivers at Casela through continuous training
  • Enhance safety awareness among all guides and drivers at Casela
  • Participate actively in all activities of the Conservation and Research department of Casela
  • Follow all trainings and safety rules and regulations set by the Conservation and research lead
  • Be able to act as guide through all means available at Casela i.e Quads, Safari Eco Rider, Safari Jeep, Walking tours etc…
Any other cognate duties as may be necessary in the circumstances and/or required by the employer.

Candidate's Profile:

  • Holds at least a Higher school certificate with science subjects or travel and tourism.
  • Animal care - at least 1-year experience concerning care of animals.
  • At least one-year experience as guide in adventurous guide
  • Valid driving license
  • A good understanding of how a park functions
  • Ability to communicate at all levels both orally and in writing
  • Sound knowledge of animal behaviour, husbandry, and welfare.
  • Ability to communicate clearly in a written and oral fashion.
  • Ability to speak and interact with the public
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Able work with limited supervision
  • Be prepared to work odd hours and during weekends

To Apply

Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by sending a motivation letter with a CV to:

 

The Human Resources Department

 Casela Nature Parks

 Royal Road, Cascavelle

 Or by e-mail


 N.B: The Management reserves the right to call only successful candidates for interview or not to make any appointment following this advertisement