Leadership Opportunities

We have a range of leadership opportunities available from ‘leaders-in-training’ right through to paid outdoor educator posts. We offer several pathways from camper to camp staff, with training modules and rewards along the way.

Leaders-in-training
You need to be 16 years or older. We offer seven modules to complete our Leaders-in-Training certificate. Enthusiasm, adaptability and willingness to work hard for other people's benefit are the main qualifications. Some experience either in outdoor pursuits or in a leadership programme is preferred. Training and supervision are provided by the leadership coordinator. You will work to care for and help supervise a group of campers, alongside a mentor who has responsibility for you.
Your commitment is to attend an overnight training session before camp and at least 1 Y-camp during the next year. We provide food and accommodation. We also offer training and social meetings during the year. For more information, contact the Camp Kaitoke office.

Programme Staff
You need to be 18 years or older. Maturity, reliability and good judgment are essential. enthusiasm, adaptability and willingness to work hard for other peoples benefit are natural parts of your character. You will have a standard (16 hour) First aid cert, or higher qualification and a full driver's licence. A strong background in outdoor pursuits is required, and leadership qualifications are preferred.
You will work on school and corporate programme's as well as holiday camps. You will work independently in sole charge of up to 12 students for outdoor activities and be responsible to the camp Manager. During school holiday camps you will cooperate with a Vounteer Leader to provide great camp experiences. Your commitment may be to casual employment, seasonal employment or full-time employment depending on openings. Contracts are negotiated after a selection process. We support professional development where appropriate.

Please contact us to discuss our current opportunities.