Job Summary
- Type: contract
- Location: Gaborone
- Category: Tourism
- Closing Date: 2026-08-29
Key Responsibilities
- Submit a letter, tourism enterprise license and a brief company profile to the Tourism Development Manager, BTO, Kasane at jcamm@botswanatourism.co.bw (BTO KAZA TFCA tourism focal person).
- Submissions must be received by 29th August 2026.
- Shortlisted participants will receive logistical guidance and be connected to the KAZA TFCA Secretariat and Angolan host institutions ahead of the event.
Requirements
- Registered Botswana tour operators, accommodation providers and tourism service enterprises seeking regional expansion opportunities.
- Botswana-based investors interested in exploring tourism-related business establishment in Angola’s Okavango region, a designated priority development zone.
- Enterprises able to self-fund their participation and represent Botswana professionally at this intergovernmental platform.
Salary
Not specified
How to Apply
About the Company
The Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO) is a parastatal body operating under the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources Conservation and Tourism in Botswana. Its primary mandate involves marketing Botswana as a premier tourist destination on the global stage. Beyond promotion, BTO actively works to foster investment opportunities within the country's diverse tourism sector. Furthermore, the organisation is responsible for the crucial task of grading and classifying tourism facilities across Botswana, ensuring high standards for visitors. These comprehensive efforts collectively aim to enhance Botswana's reputation as a world-class travel experience.
Marketing Botswana's unique tourism experiences globally.
Website: https://www.botswanatourism.co.bw/sites/default/files/2025-07/BTO%20Board%20Announcement-5.pdf
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications or certifications are typically required to participate in the Okavango Raid as a tour operator representative?
Applicants generally need a valid Botswana Tourism Knowledge Certificate (BTKC) or equivalent accredited tourism qualification from a Botswana-based institution like BOCODOL or UB. A valid driver’s licence (Class E for 4x4 vehicles) and first aid certification are mandatory, and experience guiding in the Okavango Delta is highly preferred.
What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities during the Okavango Raid event?
Participants assist with on-ground logistics including client briefing, vehicle convoy coordination, safety monitoring, and liaison with local communities and conservation authorities across the Okavango Delta. Daily duties involve early starts, real-time problem-solving in remote areas, and strict adherence to BTO’s environmental and cultural protocols.
How does Botswana’s local work culture influence expectations for this role?
Respect for hierarchy, community consultation, and consensus-driven decision-making are central — participants must engage respectfully with local guides, elders, and village development committees. Punctuality is valued, but flexibility around weather, wildlife, and community events is expected and culturally appropriate.
What realistic career progression opportunities exist after involvement in the Okavango Raid?
Active participation often leads to inclusion in BTO’s pool of certified event facilitators or regional tourism ambassadors, supporting future editions or related initiatives like the Botswana Safari Awards. It also strengthens credibility for roles in destination marketing, community-based tourism enterprises, or partnerships with international tour operators operating in Botswana.
What typical benefits (leave, medical aid, pension) can participants expect from employers involved in the Okavango Raid?
Benefits depend on the employing tour operator’s size and registration status — formal employers usually provide statutory leave (21 days annual, 7 days sick), basic medical aid through a Botswana-registered scheme, and contributions to the Botswana National Pension Fund (BNPF). Informal or contract-based roles may offer limited or no structured benefits.
How do I apply, and what do Botswana-based employers specifically look for in candidates for this role?
Applications are submitted via BTO’s official portal or partner tour operators’ HR channels, typically requiring a CV, BTKC certificate, driver’s licence copy, and two local references. Employers prioritise proven field experience in the Okavango Delta, fluency in Setswana, demonstrated knowledge of local conservation laws (e.g., Wildlife Conservation and National Parks Act), and evidence of cross-cultural communication skills.