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Cultural Specialist – Canadian Arctic Focus

Lindblad Expeditions
Global Village, UAE
Contract
Mid
Field
1 months ago
Public SpeakingCultural InterpretationNatural History KnowledgePowerPointInflatable Boat OperationsFirst Aid
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Who We Are

  • Lindblad Expeditions is a pioneer in Expedition Travel, taking nearly 30,000 guests a year to remote locations on a fleet of 20 ships.

Summary

  • This position supports the expedition as the expert in past and/or present human culture for specific regions.
  • The role involves creating presentations, leading off ship activities, providing in field interpretation, and assisting with Field Staff equipment.

Specific Expertise – Eligibility for Contract

  • Focus on experience in the field in the Canadian Arctic, with strong preference for someone from the Canadian Arctic.
  • Canadian Arctic subject matter expertise in natural history and culture preferred.
  • Ability to communicate the cultural story of the Canadian Arctic to guests.
  • Creatively engages with guests and shares knowledge.

Essential Duties

  • Lead or assist with operations such as hiking, inflatable boat tours, kayak, stand up paddleboard, snorkel, cross country ski, snowshoe, coach tours, cultural/culinary/historical tours.
  • Offer relevant and engaging in the field and on board interpretation.
  • Participate in evening recaps.
  • Prepare several PowerPoint presentations of 30 40 minutes.
  • Respond to on board and in the field requests in a timely manner.
  • Mitigate guest concerns and complaints.
  • Accompany guests ashore with local guides and monitor quality control.
  • Eat meals with guests.
  • Participate in on board duties such as monitoring wildlife, cleaning gear, delivering communications, creating educational materials.
  • Participate in physically demanding settings including operating inflatable boats, hiking over uneven terrain, managing snorkel activities, leading kayak excursions.
  • Provide guest briefings on operations and locations with cultural sensitivity.

Eligibility for Contract

  • CPR & First Aid Certified (higher level preferred).
  • Bachelor’s degree or four years of work experience in related industry.
  • Full mobility of all limbs and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • In depth knowledge of destination and previous experience guiding or working in destination.
  • Team player with excellent training skills and proven educator.
  • Works well independently and is a self starter.
  • Strong communicator, even tempered, remains calm under pressure.
  • Must handle multiple tasks with keen attention to detail.
  • General comfort with public speaking.
  • Excellent problem solving skills and good judgment.
  • Strongly preferred: Experience driving vessels with outboard engines.
  • Strongly preferred: Merchant Mariner Credential of 25 tons or greater, RYA certificate, or equivalent.

Required For Contract

  • Become familiar with company philosophy and programs offered by National Geographic Lindblad Expeditions.
  • Become familiar with conservation and sustainability programs.
  • Be prepared to assist with inflatable boat operations.
  • Participate in on board safety training, meetings and drills.

Communication Skills

  • Ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos in English.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with a professional demeanor.

Physical Demands

  • Frequently required to sit, talk, and hear.
  • Required to write and type.
  • Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

Compensation Statement

  • Daily rate for this contract position: $330/daily.
  • Travel expenses paid.

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