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Responsibletravel.com is a UK based online directory of hand picked holidays from specialist operators. We only promote holidays that have been carefully pre-screened by us to ensure they meet our criteria for responsible tourism. We represent over 270 specialist operators and 100s of accommodations worldwide.
As such responsibletravel.com does not employ guides, tour leaders, activity co-ordinators, trip organisers, or anybody outside the UK for positions in any of the destinations we promote. Please see below for vacancies at responsibletravel.com, and from some of the members we represent.
As such responsibletravel.com does not employ guides, tour leaders, activity co-ordinators, trip organisers, or anybody outside the UK for positions in any of the destinations we promote. Please see below for vacancies at responsibletravel.com, and from some of the members we represent.
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Shergarh Tented Camp – Camp Manager
We have a position for a friendly, motivated and enthusiastic person to manage the day-to-day running and administration of a jungle camp adjoining one of India’s finest tiger reserves. Shergarh is a small tented camp that accommodates a maximum of 12 guests, situated on the edge of Kanha Tiger Reserve in Central India. The camp was created by an Indian-English couple, Jehan and Katie Bhujwala who reside in camp with their young children. The camp opened in February 2004 to offer a friendly and informal setting as a base for specialised and unique wildlife activities in and around the reserve. The camp welcomes visitors from across the globe and is a leading example of responsible tourism. For more info/ images, go to www.shergarh.com.
The candidate must display:
Duties extend across three main areas: guest relations, camp operations and wildlife-related activities (please contact us for more details on each of these).
Living out in the wild running a tiger camp definitely lives up to the romantic image it portrays, but it comes with a lot of hard effort, especially if you are coming from abroad and have the additional language and cultural barriers to overcome. It is immensely rewarding work and will give you surmountable experience if you are prepared to give it your all. At camp you will have your own bedroom with attached bathroom – hot water flows into buckets. Accommodation is simple and rustic and you need to be comfortable with lizards, frogs and the occasional spider coming in your room. Snakes and scorpions also reside in the jungle and while they are seldom seen, careful precautions need to be taken.
As a representative of Shergarh we want you to bring your own ideas and personality in to the camp, while at the same time maintain a level of conduct and responsibility. The position we are offering commences on 15th October 2008 for six months. During this period, camp is open every day and we are essentially permanently ‘on-call’, but this comes with plenty of natural breaks.
For foreign candidates we offer a remuneration package as follows:
To request full details of this position please contact katie@shergarh.com. To apply for the position of Camp Manager, please email your CV along with a short piece of approx 400 words sharing any personal experience with us, and a paragraph on why you would like to work at Shergarh, to katie@shergarh.com. Any previous work-related references will be appreciated.
The dealine for this position is 25th August and interviews will take place in UK during August and early September, which may also involve a Skype video-conference.
The Adventure Company - Group Sales Specialist (ref: GSRT)
£26,500 on target earnings, plus bonus and benefits
The Adventure Company has many years experience running small group adventures around the world and we are now looking to launch a dedicated groups department. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Sales team in a new role targeting the business of groups who wish to travel on one of our existing adventure trips but on their own dedicated departure.
The principle objective is to exceed the company revenue target for group sales. As such you will be required to research, identify, contact and pitch to prospective new customers as well as quoting for group itineraries, fielding phone and e-mail enquiries from groups and helping develop a marketing strategy to source group business, both through our existing database and by seeking new business opportunities. You will book flights and liaise with ground and air suppliers.
You must be a proactive, target driven Sales professional with previous travel industry experience and a real passion for travel, willing to work autonomously to develop and maximise group sales opportunities. You will be organised, an effective communicator, willing to host presentations, be able to work on your own initiative, cope under pressure and possess excellent administration and MS office skills. Knowledge of a CRS (we use Amadeus) desirable.
We are based in Alton, Hampshire and can offer a great package including regular travel, training, company bonus and pension scheme.
Send c.v. and covering letter (including travel experience), quoting ref GSRT to: Sally Thomas, HR Manager, The Adventure Company, Cross and Pillory House, 1 Cross and Pillory Lane, Alton, Hampshire GU34 1HL or email to jobs@adventurecompany.co.uk. Closing date for applications: 27 August 2008
The Adventure Company - Sales Consultant (ref: SCRT)
On target earnings: £25,000 per annum
We are currently on the look out for a superb Sales person who can combine a passion for worldwide adventure travel with the ability to deliver sales results.
You must have a proven sales track record with broad travel experience to at least two of the following continents – Asia, Africa, Middle East, Latin America. Knowledge of MS office, good keyboard skills and a high degree of attention to detail are important, as is the ability to inspire our customers about our trips via email and over the phone. Adventure travel industry experience and knowledge of a flight reservation system is an advantage.
We are based in Alton, Hampshire and can offer a great package including regular travel, training, company bonus and pension scheme.
Can’t wait to start? Drop us an email with a covering letter and your c.v. (detailing all travel experience) by 15 August, quoting ‘SCRT’ to: jobs@adventurecompany.co.uk
Wildfitness - Product Manager
Location: London, Primrose Hill
Description: We are a small but growing company with stong eco, ethical and health ideals, focused on helping people enjoy and discover their physical health and vitality using nature's wisdom. To date we have offered the world's leading fitness holidays, set apart from our competition by our strong philosophy, 'wildness' and educational side. These have been based in Kenya, Crete and we have just launched London group and personal training classes. Explore www.wildfitness.com. We need someone with an entrepreneurial bent and great organisational skills to maximise the huge potential of this new line of business.
Roles include: Refining the London product , marketing, and managing this part of the Wildfitness business. A great opportunity to be an integral part of an exciting growing company.
Skills needed: Need to have experience in a management role, preferably in the fitness / health arena. A background in events management or gym management would be ideal. A genuine passion for helping people to discover and enjoy their natural physical potential.
To apply please send CV and covering letter specifying why you would like to work with Wildfitness, why your skills would be particularly helpful to us and when you would be available to start. Contact tara@wildfitness.com or phone 07981 767 591.
Aqua-Firma - Wilderness and Wildlife Travel Consultant (Full time)
Aqua-Firma is looking for a Wilderness and Wildlife Travel Consultant to join us in our offices in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Charlestown in Cornwall. Travel experience in Central America and / or Borneo is essential. You will also need to have a keen interest in responsible travel, wilderness and natural history. Experience in activities which include sailing, diving, canoeing and conservation will be of great advantage.
The personal qualities we need are enthusiasm, excellent written and organisational skills and an eye for detail. Experience with Word and email management is important, as is good telephone, written and face to face communication skills. Prior knowledge of the travel industry is not essential.
Location: Our offices overlook one of the most inspirational maritime sites in Britain. Charlestown harbour is a World Heritage Site kept in near impeccable Cornish style with stunning beaches either side of the harbour and dramatic cliff coastlines in the direction of Mevagissey and Fowey in view across St Austell Bay. Whilst the harbour itself often plays stage to period dramas, the ships are regularly employed to feature in films and series such as Longitude.
10 minutes to the east is the sailing and walking mecca of Fowey, which was also once rated by Ray Mears as the best place in Britain to go canoeing. Good diving can be found to the east and west, surfing to the north and great walks can be found throughout the county including the Coastal Path which runs a few yards from the office. Of towns, the amenities of St Austell are nearby, Truro lies 25 minutes to the west, Plymouth is about an hour away and Newquay is 1/2 hour away on the opposite coast. The Eden Project is a mere 3 miles away which itself lies close to some of the best countryside in mid-Cornwall.
If you are interested to apply then please call Ralph on 0844 412 0848 for further details and salary, or send your CV by email to ralph@aqua-firma.co.uk
Tribes - Africa Travel Consultant
Tribes is looking for an experienced Africa Travel Consultant to join their friendly, professional team. Good knowledge of Africa and previous selling experience is necessary. We mostly arrange tailor made holidays in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia and South Africa. This is perfect for anyone wanting a position in high quality tailor made travel, in a beautiful rural location in Suffolk. Please email Amanda Marks with a letter and CV if you are interested in this position. amanda@tribes.co.uk
Carpe Diem Travel - Cambodia/Laos Country Representative
Carpe Diem Travel is a social enterprise - we stand in the space between a commercial business and a not-for-profit organisation, encompassing the best elements of both. We were created from the outset to provide responsible jobs, training and a sense of community to local people, and direct support to humanitarian and conservation projects. We currently offer small group and tailor-made journeys in Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam and will be adding additional destinations in 2009.
We are seeking a responsible and enthusiastic person to join our team as Cambodia/Laos Country Representative. Key responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring the smooth operation of all tours and client satisfaction.
- Overseeing in-country staff and encouraging and aiding their development.
- Identifying and assisting in the distribution of donor funds to suitable development projects.
This is a one-year contract with possibilities for extension or relocation to other countries, and is open to all nationalities.
The position is based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, with frequent travel in-country. A salary sufficient for a reasonable standard of living, company apartment and health insurance plus round trip flights are included.
For further information and a detailed job description, please contact Debbie Watkins at mail@carpe-diem-travel.com . Carpe Diem Travel - Journeys that capture the soul of the country...