Company Description

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas invites applications for the role of Senior Game Ranger at our exclusive Anantara Kafue Tent Camp, set along the pristine banks of the Kafue River.

This is a unique opportunity to join one of Africa’s most distinguished luxury hospitality brands in one of Zambia’s most breathtaking wilderness locations. As a Guide Supervisor, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional guest experiences through immersive safari activities, conservation leadership, and authentic storytelling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and guide daily safari activities, including game drives, walking safaris, and river excursions.
• Share expert knowledge of local wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation efforts with guests.
• Ensure the highest standards of guest safety, comfort, and engagement at all times.
• Mentor, train, and support junior rangers and trackers.
• Contribute to conservation and sustainability initiatives within Kafue National Park.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, and compliance with safety and park regulations.
• Represent Anantara with professionalism, passion, and warmth in every guest interaction.
• Conduct wildlife research and monitoring activities to support conservation efforts.
• Develop and implement innovative interpretive programmes to enhance guest education and engagement.
• Collaborate with local communities to promote sustainable tourism and conservation awareness.
• Assist in the development and implementation of anti-poaching strategies.
• Maintain detailed records of wildlife sightings, behaviour, and environmental changes.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with industry best practices and conservation techniques.

Qualifications

Education:

• Relevant Diploma/Degree.
• Minimum 3 – 5 years’ guiding experience in a Big Five or comparable wilderness environment.
• Registration with the Zambian Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) advantageous
• Relevant licenses and certifications required for the role
• Valid first aid certification.
• Strong leadership skills and previous experience mentoring junior rangers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with an engaging guest-focused approach.
• Deep passion for conservation, wildlife, and the guest safari experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of the Kafue ecosystem and river-based guiding experience.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to live and work in one of Africa’s most exclusive safari camps.
• Competitive remuneration package with benefits.
• Accommodation and meals provided on-site.
• Professional development opportunities within Minor Hotels & Anantara’s global network.
• A rewarding role at the intersection of hospitality, conservation, and cultural storytelling.

If you are an experienced, passionate game ranger with the drive to lead and inspire in a world-class safari setting, we would love to hear from you.

• Supervise and guide daily safari activities, including game drives, walking safaris, and river excursions.
• Share expert knowledge of local wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation efforts with guests.
• Ensure the highest standards of guest safety, comfort, and engagement at all times.
• Mentor, train, and support junior rangers and trackers.
• Contribute to conservation and sustainability initiatives within Kafue National Park.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, and compliance with safety and park regulations.
• Represent Anantara with professionalism, passion, and warmth in every guest interaction.
• Conduct wildlife research and monitoring activities to support conservation efforts.
• Develop and implement innovative interpretive programmes to enhance guest education and engagement.
• Collaborate with local communities to promote sustainable tourism and conservation awareness.
• Assist in the development and implementation of anti-poaching strategies.
• Maintain detailed records of wildlife sightings, behaviour, and environmental changes.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with industry best practices and conservation techniques.

• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Engaging guest-focused approach
• Deep passion for conservation, wildlife, and the guest safari experience
• Knowledge of the Kafue ecosystem
• River-based guiding experience

• Relevant Diploma/Degree.
• Minimum 3 – 5 years’ guiding experience in a Big Five or comparable wilderness environment.
• Registration with the Zambian Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) advantageous
• Relevant licenses and certifications required for the role
• Valid first aid certification.
• Strong leadership skills and previous experience mentoring junior rangers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with an engaging guest-focused approach.
• Deep passion for conservation, wildlife, and the guest safari experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of the Kafue ecosystem and river-based guiding experience.