SUMMARY:
Camp Coordinator - Nelspruit
POSITION INFO:
Position: Camp Coordinator (Permanent)
Location: Wildlife and Nature South African Training Camps (On-site) -Hoedspruit, and surrounds
Permanent Position
Salary : Commensurate with experience
Our client is a leading provider of accredited and endorsed training programmes in nature guiding, wildlife conservation, and ecotourism. Our programmes are delivered through immersive, onsite experiences at remote South African training camps, where operational excellence, safety, and professionalism underpin everything we do. To support the continued growth and high standards of our South African operations, we are seeking an experienced, highly organised, and service-driven Camp Coordinator to join our team and
who will work closely with instructors, students, reserve management, and support staff.
They will play a key role in creating a professional, safe, and well-run camp environment aligned with the company’s mission, vision, and values. This is a permanent, full-time, on-site position based at various South African bush training camps.
Key Responsibilities Camp Operations & Coordination
- Overall coordination of the day-to-day operations of a remote training camp
- Ensure compliance with concession and reserve rules and regulations
- Ensure all instructors, students, and visitors sign the Code of Conduct and Reserve Rules
- Liaise with reserve management, landowners, and internal company departments on operational matters
- Oversee camp infrastructure, vehicles, equipment, and general maintenance requirements
Hospitality, Housekeeping & Guest Experience
- Implement and maintain high-end hospitality and housekeeping standards in line with company’s expectations
- Oversee room allocations, camp presentation, cleanliness, and guest comfort
- Manage guest arrivals, departures, and overall camp experience
- Collect and manage guest and student feedback to support continuous improvement
Administration, Logistics & Communication
- Manage all official camp communication, including camp phone and emails
- Pre-course preparation, including course listings, paperwork, welcome letters, room allocations, food orders, and menu planning
- Manage camp and guest administration, including filing, processing, invoicing, and recordkeeping
- Manage stock control, petty cash, and basic financial administration
People & Staff Management
- Supervise and coordinate housekeeping, kitchen, and general camp staff
- Allocate duties, manage schedules, and maintain performance standards
- Foster a positive, professional camp culture aligned with company values
- Maintain effective working relationships with instructors, students, interns, and visitors
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all legal, insurance, health, and safety requirements applicable to camp operations
- Implement and maintain company policies and procedures
- Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting related to compliance and operations
Minimum Requirements Educational Qualifications
- Matric Certificate (Grade 12)
- Recognized qualification from an accredited Hotel School or Hospitality Management institution (certificate, diploma, or degree), or
- Formal high-end housekeeping or lodge operations training, preferably aligned with luxury lodge or five-star hospitality standards Experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the safari, lodge, hospitality, conservation, or tour operating environment
- Proven experience in camp, lodge, or operational coordination roles experience
- Experience working in remote or wilderness-based environments Technical & Professional Skills
- Strong organizational, logistical, and administrative skills
- High level of computer literacy
- Experience with stock control, cash handling, and basic invoicing
- Sound understanding of remote camp or lodge operations
- Ability to implement and maintain high-end hospitality standards in a remote environment
Personal Attributes
- High energy levels with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong leadership presence and people-management ability
- High levels of professionalism, accountability, and integrity
- Ability to live and actively promote the company’s mission, vision, and values
- Valid driver’s license
- Excellent track record with contactable references
Remuneration
- A competitive salary package is offered, negotiable based on experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Application Process
Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to submit a CV in Word with a head/shoulders picture, to :
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
