Apply for the latest General Tour Guide Vacancies (X7 Posts) at the Robben Island Museum

The Robben Island Museum invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their General Tour Guide Vacancies (X7 Posts). The closing date for applications is the 25th December 2024

POSTS: GENERAL TOUR GUIDES X7

Salary: R16 613.95 per month
Duration: 3 Months Contract

The above-mentioned position Is available in the Visitor Operations Department at Robben Island Museum. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting research and combining the information in a story that give`s tourists an opportunity to recognize and acknowledge Robben Island`s political history, marine history, history of buildings, geographical information and the natural environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analyse Tour roster,
Verify appropriate Vehicle and driver are available,
Check Guide equipment in Vehicle,
Receive Tourists at the harbour,
Access the needs of the tourists and co-ordinate necessary arrangements (e.g. wheelchairs and prams),
Acquaint the tourist with the tour structure, amenities and the rules and Regulations of Robben Island,
Conduct the tour of Robben Island highlighting the information on marine history, political history, history of buildings, geographical information and natural environment,
Correlate Information about the history of the world and Robben Island context,
Manage stops during tours,
Conclude tours and hand over tourists to Prison Guides,
Search information relating to Robben Island history and political issues (internet, newspaper, policies, videos etc.),
Participate in discussions, forums, meetings and training sessions within or outside the organisation,
Discuss and expand information with peers and management,
Design and include relevant information in tour,
General Administration duties.

EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Registered Tour Guide,
Diploma/Degree in Tourism/History/ Social Science or any relevant/related qualification.
First Aid certificate,
2 years relevant experience,
Fluency in English and 1 other official language,
Understanding of South African and world political history and current events,
Knowledge of Environment heritage and Tourism,
Fluency in a Foreign Language would be an advantage.

APPLICATIONS:

Forward a detailed CV and ID only as well as contactable referees, to recruit1@robben-island.org.za using the subject line “General Tour Guides 12/2024”by no later than 25 December 2024. Note: If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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CLOSING DATE: 25 DECEMBER 2024

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