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Head Guide (1)

Mwiba Holdings Limited is a registered Tanzanian Company under Companies Ordinance (Cap. 212) and a leading Hospitality company with its Operations in Arusha, Meatu-Simiyu and Mara Regions.

We are currently looking for a Head Guide (1 Position) to be part of our team. The role is based in Mwiba-Maswa with rotation to other employee’s properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of an extensive guide training program and training manual to the growing guides.
• Advice on all MHL guiding department standards, taking the current setup to the next level by continually challenging and extending the growing guides.
• Frequent practice of walking safaris and rifle handling with suitably identified guides, examining their walking safari and rifle experience.
• With the support of People & Culture Department, identify and recruit suitable local guide candidates with flora, fauna and whole photographic touring experience.
• Provide basic and general training of new trainee guides, develop the training manuals which will cater for the photographic and African Flora and Fauna experience.
• Work with management to develop new tour routes based on site visitors have expressed interest in.
• Include regular update on guest etiquette during daily working session for all guides.
• Responsible for ordering, storing and stock taking of all guiding equipment.
• Identify equipment requirements for safari vehicles and guiding departments.
• In conjunction with the Mwiba Concession Manager, identify new game driving road networks.
• Oversees guide allocation for all properties in MHL.
• Working with agents as well as the Arusha base office to ensure guests have a unique experience and are hosted appropriately.
• To ensure all guiding department projects, if available, are completed within budgets and optimizing resources available.
• Monthly and annual report compilation and preparation of budgets related with all field guides and general work arrangement to meet the company standards.
• To reach guest expectation to the highest quality and offering a unique experience.
• Making sure the camp is in good standard and presentable to the company’s guests in collaboration with the Lodge Manager.
• Compile monthly reports for social media & websites as well as management.

Professional Interpersonal Details

Education & Certification

• Holds Bachelor Degree, Diploma and FGASA Level III.
• Proven proficiency in computerized applications including Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Experience & Skills

• Over 6 years of guiding experience in luxury safari settings.
• Deep knowledge of Tanzanian ecosystems.
• Experience in training development.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Physical and mental resilience required for remote fieldwork.

Personal Attributes

• Highly motivated, professional and passionate about wildlife and conservation.
• Strong mentoring abilities.
• Innovative in training.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and evaluation skills.

Application Process

Applicants are invited to submit their CVs/Resumes via email to:

recruitment@kdtl.co.tz

Subject Line: Application – Head Guide

What to Expect

Mwiba Holdings Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

If you do not hear from us within 30 days of the application closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Contact: 0742963806

Application Deadline: 20/06/2026