Volunteer Placement On African Island ParadiseInhambane

The Job

Job No:
22247
Status:
Expired
Title:
Volunteer Placement On African Island Paradise
Type:
Rider-English, Teacher/Professor, Volunteer
Work type:
Temporary
Salary:
Commission on rides
Live In:
tick
Bring own horse:
cross
Training available:
cross
Posted:
25 Jan 12
Updated:
25 Jan 12

The Yard

Yard No:
1091502
Location:
Inhambane Mozambique
[Not a full member]
Type:
Holiday/Hacking Centre, Other

Job Description

Our current volunteer manager is leaving us in February after 4 years so we are looking for a volunteer to manage a small branch of our horseback trail business in stunning Mozambique.

There are 8 ponies at this branch and 5 local staff, the successful applicant will manage all aspects of this operation including overseeing the health and care of the horses, guiding rides for guests from beginner level to advanced, entertaining guests in the evening and a small amount of admin. This will be supported by the owners who are a short distance away at business HQ.

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic and resourceful and passionate about horses. We are looking for someone with experience in leading trail rides of small groups. They will have strong English style riding skills and be confident in all paces in the open on forward going horses. Basic vet skills and first aid are very useful in this remote location as is an understanding of the management of feeding etc for maintenance of a horse’s condition. Experience of working in Africa would also be helpful but not essential.

We are able to provide a monthly commission on the income generated by rides but the applicant will be responsible for all travel costs and other expenses during the placement. It is a unique opportunity to work with horses in a paradise location.

Required Skills

Riding; Equine First-Aid; Schooling; Exercising.

Required Expertise

Trekking.

Accommodation

The accommodation is rustic but with hot + cold shower, electricity etc and along with meals is provided by the lodge we operate from.

Benefits

Living on one of the most beautiful islands in the world riding horses every day. Does it get any better?

The Facility

The worlds finest beach horse riding holiday destination. Established in 2006 with horses rescued from Zimbabwe's land invasions we are now one of Africa's premier horse

We specialize in custom-made horseback riding holiday safaris and daytime trail rides along the Vilanculos coast and on Benguerra Island in the Bazaruto Archipelago. The coastal area is renowned for its long stretches of untouched white sand beaches and magnificent cliff top views overlooking the ever-changing turquoise blue colours of the Bazaruto Archipelago.