STEP ONE: Search for opportunities > Eco-tourism Advisor
VSO has an increasing number of requests for eco-tourism advisors to work in sustainable tourism development. Volunteers would work to improve the livelihoods of poor rural communities by generating income and creating employment opportunities through tourism activities.
Necessary qualifications and experience
Eco-tourism posts require a degree in eco-tourism, ecology, conservation or a related field and two years related work experience. Experience of training, working with communities, public relations and marketing are desirable.
Types of opportunity available
Eco-tourism volunteers train and advise non-governmental organisations (NGOs), community-based organisations (CBOs) or local governmental organisations in participatory eco-tourism development. The aim is to enhance their work with local communities and improve their marketing and publicity skills. Volunteers also work with communities to develop and implement community-based eco-tourism activities and increase awareness about environmental issues.
Small Business and Tourism Adviser - Zanzibar As a Small Business and Tourism Adviser with the Zanzibar Hotel and Tourism Institute, you'll improve and develop the curriculum for entrepreneurship and expand small business services to ensure that marginalised communities benefit from tourism development. Read the full volunteer job description:
Eco-Tourism Manager - Uganda Working with the Uganda Wildlife Authority you'll develop plans for eco-tourism development and help to ensure the financial sustainability of the organisation. Read the full job description:
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