The Gonarezhou Conservation Trust (GCT) is an innovative conservation partnership founded by the Zimbabwe Parks
and Wildlife Management Authority and the Frankfurt Zoological Society. The primary goal of GCT is the sustainable
development and protection of Gonarezhou National Park. As part of the Gonarezhou Conservation Trust’s efforts to
meaningfully engage with communities and build capacity around the Gonarezhou National Park, the Trust is launching
a call for applications from candidates who are interested in developing skills as Learner Safari Guides. The Trust seeks
to select four (4) students who will be attached to GCT and will undergo training and work-related learning in
preparation to write Learner Professional Hunter and Guide Exams in 2025. The training program will involve a
combination of learning blocks by qualified Professional Guides and work-related learning. Shortlisted candidates will
be required to attend physical interviews and a short inhouse selection course, from where the final four (4) candidates
will be chosen.
Eligibility, Qualifications, Experience And Skill
• Must originate from one of the five (5) Mpfhuka Areas around Gonarezhou National Park.
• Must be in possession of at least five (5) O-level passes including English (A-level is a distinct advantage).
• Ability to communicate well in English and one other local language.
• Show interest in becoming a guide and developing a career in the tourism industry.
• Be well presented, honest & reliable.
• Clean class 4 drivers license and added advantage.
Interested candidates should submit a signed cover letter (in English) to the Recruitment Office, stating their name,
contact number, where they come from, describe any relevant experience, why they would value this opportunity and
how it will impact their lives, scanned copies of academic & professional certificates together with detailed CV.
Applications can be made on email on recruitment@gonarezhou.org , Hardcopy applications can be submitted at
Malilangwe Bravo 1, Gonarezhou Bravo 4, Bravo 7, Bravo 8, Bravo 11 or any office station in Gonarezhou.
Applicants must indicate job applied for i.e. TRAINEE LEARNER GUIDES and include the code GCT24TLG4 in email
subject.
Deadline for applications is on or before Monday 1st April 2024
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Preference will be given to people living in and around Gonarezhou National Park
