Invitation from South African National Parks (SANParks), in cooperation with CATHSSETA,to South African jobless youth to apply for the Field Guiding Skills Programme 2026 Intake.
Best Before: 24 December 2025
Placement: Bontebok National Park, Western Cape, South Africa
Programme: Name Field Guiding Chops Programme
Organisation: SANParks & CATHSSETA
Fixed Term: 18 months
- 6 months training
- 12 months plant placement
Pay-check:
- R2 695 (first 6 months – training phase)
- R3 500 (remaining 12 months – placement phase)
This programme offers a structured pathway into the eco-tourism and conservation sector, combining accredited training with hands- on exposure at Bontebok National Park.
Still, wildlife, and tourism — and want to make a long- term career in conservation — this programme is an ideal entry point, If you’re passionate about nature.
What you will learn during the programme:
Crucial literacy Areas Include:
- Preface to address guiding principles
- Wildlife identification( foliage and fauna)
- Conservation ethics and environmental mindfulness
- Caller commerce and guiding ways
- Safety procedures in defended areas
- Professional conduct within public premises
NB: SANParks will cover training-affiliated trip and accommodation costs when learners attend training down from their home area.
Who can apply?
To be considered, aspirants must meet ALL the following conditions
- Be a South African citizen
- Be under 35 times of age
- Have Grade 12( Matric)
- Be jobless
- Live within 40 – 100 km of Bontebok National Park
- Have a clear felonious record
- Be physically fit
- Mustn’t have preliminarily served from SANParks chops programmes, learnerships, or externships
This programme prioritises first- time heirs to insure fair access to openings.
Needed Supporting Documents
Aspirants must submit all of the following documents:
- Streamlined CV
- Certified dupe of Grade 12 instrument
- Pukka dupe of South African ID
- Academic reiterations( if applicable)
- Evidence of residence
Operations missing any needed documents won’t be considered.
How to Apply
Step 1: Complete the Online operation Form
Step 2: Dispatch Your Supporting Documents
Dispatch all needed documents to: ANP.vacancies@sanparks.org
Dispatch subject line/ reference: FGTMNP_12/ 2025
Step 3: Await Feedback
Only shortlisted campaigners will be communicated
Still, consider your operation unprofitable if no response is entered within 14 days after the ending date.
Enquiries: Mmaphiri Shiko – 0726556326
Career openings After Completion
This programme creates strong career pathways within conservation and tourism, including:
- Field Guide( entry- position)
- Nature Conservation Assistant
- Eco-Tourism Assistant
- Lodge or Reserve Guide
- Tourism & Hospitality places within SANParks
- Employment at private game reserves and lodges
Numerous past actors go on to
- Register with FGASA
- Study Nature Conservation warrants
- figure sustainable careers in the conservation sector
Why CATHSSETA Is Important:
CATHSSETA ensures that:
- Training is assiduity- recognised and applicable
- Chops align with labour request needs
- Learners gain transmittable, accredited experience
- This significantly improves employability after programme completion.
Best Before: 24 December 2025| Late operations won’t be accepted.
