Awareness of, and Commitment to, Sustainable Tourism: We look for people that are committed to environmentally and culturally responsible tourism.
Commitment: G Adventures Adentures hires CEOs to live and work in abroad for 18 month contracts. We feel that it takes time for you to learn the skills that make a good leader and that once you have learned these skills we want to have you around for a while!
Resourcefulness: We need CEOs who have a good head on their shoulders and are resourceful and able to take action to resolve problems as they arise often in times of stress. Leading can be pretty frustrating at times and we need people who are able to take charge and deal with local circumstances...the common "how do we get around this landslide" type of problems and probably many we haven't even thought of yet!
Bilingualism and language skills: All of G Adventures tours are operated in English so a good command of the English language is mandatory. Knowledge of the local language is not mandatory in many of the areas we travel, however we do look favorably on applicants that can offer our clients extra insight into local communities and cultures through knowledge of their local language. Note: for some of our destinations it is mandatory that you speak the local language. South and Central America are a good example of this.
Good health: It may seem obvious but we do need leaders who can handle the daily stresses both mental and physical, of often long and tiring days, be they a 13-hour bus ride or a long days trek with a difficult group of passengers. You have to be the friendly, happy leader even when it's raining and you've got diarrhea!!
First Aid/CPR Certification: CEOs must be prepared to act in any type of emergency. Standard First Aid Certification and CPR is required at the start of a contract to ensure your ability to assist with minor injuries in remote locations. The costs of certification are the responsibility of the new leader.
Background in basic accounting/budgeting: Experience working with budgets or developing a personal budget is an asset. Knowledge of Excel is a real bonus.
Computer literacy: Knowledge of internet/E-mail/Microsoft Word/Microsoft Excel is an increasingly important asset.
If you think you have what it takes and could handle a job that takes you to some of the most amazing places on earth, feel free to download the document below which contains more detailed information on the position and how to apply.
Detailed tour leader job description