{bc}
Apply
linkedin

Cultural Specialist – Japan Focus

Lindblad Expeditions
Global Village, UAE
Contract
Senior
Field
1 months ago
Cultural InterpretationPublic SpeakingPresentation SkillsGuest RelationsExpedition OperationsFirst Aid/CPR
Free

Job Fit Check

Base Career helps you apply smarter for this job.

?%
Ready to Scan

Key skills for this role

Cultural InterpretationPublic SpeakingPresentation Skills
Smart Apply

Full Job Posting

Summary

  • This position supports the expedition as the expert and specialist in past and/or present human culture for particular regions and itineraries around the world based on subject matter expertise.
  • Works with the rest of the Field Staff in the delivery of the program and guest experience on a daily basis.
  • The Japan focused Cultural Specialist supports the expedition as the expert and specialist in culture and natural history for our voyages.

Essential Duties

  • Lead or assist with operations such as hiking, inflatable boat tours, kayak, stand up paddleboard, snorkel, cross country ski, and snowshoe operations, as well as coach tours, cultural/culinary/historical tours
  • Offer relevant and engaging in the field and on board interpretation to guests throughout the voyage
  • Participate in evening recaps to highlight guests’ daily experiences
  • Prepare several PowerPoint presentations of 30 40 minutes in length
  • Respond to on board and in the field requests in a timely manner and remain highly visible to guests
  • Mitigate guest concerns and complaints
  • Accompany guests ashore with local guides and act as representative of Lindblad Expeditions
  • Eat meals with guests and make an effort to dine with a variety of people
  • Participate in on board duties related to guest experience
  • Provide guest briefings on operations and/or locations with cultural sensitivity

Eligibility for Contract

  • CPR & First Aid Certified
  • 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 with individuals and groups
  • Must be able to handle multiple tasks with keen attention to detail
  • Possess general comfort with public speaking
  • Excellent problem solving skills and ability to make sound decisions quickly
  • Strongly preferred: Experience driving vessels with outboard engines, Merchant Mariner Credential of 25 tons or greater, RYA certificate, or equivalent

Compensation

  • Daily rate for this contract position: $330/daily
  • Travel Expenses Paid

Apply for this job in 1 click

Skip the repetitive application forms

Install the Base Career Chrome Extension and autofill job applications across major job boards with your profile.

Sarah M.James T.Maya R.

Trusted by over 500,000 job seekers on Base Career

Start Free Today

More from this employer

More jobs at Lindblad Expeditions

Cultural Specialist – Newfoundland Focus

Global Village, UAE

1 months agoContract

Historian- Spain & France Focus

Global Village, UAE

1 months agoContract

Cultural Specialist – Northwest Coast Focus

Global Village, UAE

1 months agoContract

Cultural Specialist – Canadian Arctic Focus

Global Village, UAE

1 months agoContract

Administrative- Assistant Expedition Leader- Alaska Focus

Global Village, UAE

1 months agoFull Time

Expedition Leader- Alaska Focused

Global Village, UAE

2 months agoFulltime