The role involves managing a group of up to 8 paying volunteers and providing them with an incredible volunteer holiday experience, whilst also maintaining a working ethical volunteer program where the animals are the primary concern.

The successful candidate will have experience managing a volunteer project or have volunteered with animals at a conservation project. They will be approachable and friendly, passionate about chimpanzee conservation and have excellent organisational skills. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Liaising with the sanctuary staff to establish what work is needed that will be most beneficial to the chimps
• Following, and adapting where necessary, an itinerary for the volunteers
• Purchasing and preparing enrichment items for the volunteer program
• Giving a health and safety orientation to each group

Required skills

• Passion for conservation
• Physically fit
• Quick learner
• Patient working with people
• Organised and able to manage a budget

Desirable attributes

• Hands-on experience in animal husbandry with great apes
• Degree in primatology or a conservation-related field
• Experience living in a developing country

Additional Information

This position is offered on an initial contract term of March 1st - August 31st, 2026. During this time, you will be accommodated at the sanctuary and will work with the local team to run the volunteer project with new volunteers arriving every 2-4 weeks. All travel, accommodation and meals are included.

How to apply

If you would like to apply for this position, please email a copy of your CV, cover letter, and any additional documentation you deem appropriate to kate@thegreatprojects.com by November 25th.