Volunteer Expedition Leaders – Summer 2023

at British Exploring Society (view profile)
Published 15th November 2021
Location Kyrgyzstan, Canadian Yukon, United Kingdom
Category Education  In the field  Leader/Guide  Media  Scientist  
Job Type Volunteer  

Description

British Exploring Society is a world class youth development charity with a unique heritage, founded on the belief that challenging experiences can change lives, empowering and equipping young people with the courage, skills, resilience and determination to make the most of their future.

We take young people to remote locations where they face challenges, gain skills and learn about themselves and the fragile environments that they explore.

Upcoming opportunities
Expeditions are between 2 weeks and 6 weeks long and take place during academic holiday periods. For 2023, we are looking to fill the following vacancies:

Kyrgyzstan (25th July - 29th August 2023)

  • Adventure Leader (Summer ML qualified)
  • Social Leader

Canadian Yukon (22nd July - 16th August 2023)

  • Adventure Leader (Summer ML qualified)
  • Knowledge Leader

Please see our website here to view the specific role descriptions.

Benefits of leading with us

  • Lead, inspire and facilitate the personal development of young people in remote and wild environments
  • Meet a huge range of new people, forging friendships and memories of shared experiences
  • Learn new skills and develop existing skills that can help shape and support your career
  • Become part of a community of volunteer Leaders and a Member of British Exploring Society

We are looking for applicants who are:

  • Comfortable spending extended periods in remote and sometimes harsh environments.
  • Able and passionate about leading, inspiring, and teaching young people.

As a charity, all Leader positions are undertaken on a voluntary basis and Leaders join for the intrinsic value of adventure, education and personal development of young people. You do not have to fundraise to lead on our expeditions.

Prior to expedition all volunteer Leaders will receive training and support. All main expedition costs are covered, including insurance, specialist equipment, expedition food and accommodation. We do ask that first time Leaders cover the cost of their flights to the expedition. For 2023, flights costs are £1,385.50 for Kyrgyzstan or £1,150 for Canadian Yukon. Leaders will also need to provide their own personal kit as well as vaccinations and visas (if applicable). Leaders may claim travel expenses up to £100 for UK training events.

How do I apply?
Please visit https://www.britishexploring.org/lead/ for further information including our Leader Recruitment Pack. Begin the application process by submitting an expression of interest. If you have any further questions, please contact us directly on [email protected]

We are particularly keen to hear from members of the Explorers Connect community so please mention Explorers Connect in your application.