Instructor Trainee - Female

Instructor Training Programme 2027

Ndubaluba Outdoor Centre is recruiting a female trainee for its 2027 Instructor Training Programme (ITP). We are looking for person with a passion for Jesus, for young people and for outdoor adventure, who want to be trained over two years to lead others in all three.

Ndubaluba is owned by Chengelo School and is the home of Chengelo’s Adventure Education Curriculum. Our vision is to draw young people into a closer relationship with Jesus Christ, others and creation through Christian adventure learning.

The programme

The ITP is a two year residential training programme covering the full range of outdoor leadership: canoeing, kayaking, climbing, hiking, team building, character development and. Training is delivered by internationally qualified staff with wide experience in the outdoor industry, through taught sessions, independent study and supervised work experience.

The first year is weighted towards training, and most activity assessments are completed in this year. The second year shifts the emphasis to work experience, leading sessions with young people in a professional setting while completing any remaining assessments. Trainees progress to activity leadership, and then course leadership, as they log the required experience and pass their assessments.

Key details

•     Start: January 2027, for two years

•     Location: Ndubaluba Outdoor Centre, Mkushi District, Central Province, Zambia

•     Interviews: in person on 17 and 18 November 2026. Applicants must be available for both days.

•     Closing date: 30 October 2026

Who we are looking for

Essential

•     Female ( we do not have accommodation for a male trainee on this intake)

•     Minimum Grade 12 certificate

•     Fluent written and spoken English

•     Aged 18 or over

•     A genuine Christian

•     Physically fit and healthy

Preferred

•     University education

•     Experience leading young people

•     Relevant work experience or outdoor qualifications

•     Light Motor Vehicle manual driving licence

•     Ability to swim

What you will receive

•     Intensive, high quality training to become an outdoor instructor

•     A monthly salary and residential package, including food, accommodation and medical cover in line with Chengelo’s medical policy

•     The opportunity to progress to a full time instructor post on successful completion of the programme

•     Fulfilling work experience as part of a diverse and passionate team

•     Involvement in the life of the Chengelo School community

•     Travel and adventure opportunities across Zambia

•     Opportunities for development, outreach and fellowship

Safeguarding

Ndubaluba and Chengelo are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and a police clearance check.

How to apply

Complete the online application form at: www.chengeloschool.org/work-with-us/ndubaluba-itp-application-form/

For further information, email instructorposition@chengeloschool.org