Future Job Possibilities

Samuel Replies:

One of the main reasons why I decided to do this course is because in Kenya, tourism is the backbone of the economy and from where I come from its well known for touristic features, its also has some of the most famous Kenyan national parks, eg Maasai Mara National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Hells Gate National Park, Aberdare National Park among others. Thus most of the tour firms, companies and national parks among others are always looking for qualified people to help to manage these. Further more KENVO is starting an eco tourism project this year and they will need people to manage this.

It is my dream and plan to begin the Outdoor Education Centre for local kids and as well international clients. This would be in my home area of the Great Rift Valley. This will become much more attainable once I have completed this schooling.

Stephen replies:

I believe there are many job opportunities, but with a lack of accreditation or papers it is a problem, having nothing to present to employers except for my secondary school certificate which does not have much value these days.

After undertaking this course I plan to extend my knowledge on wildlife management and conservation approaches to be applied to teach other people, clients, school kids among others, the importance of our natural resources. Still the tour guiding part will build my skills in handling visitors and clients during environment educational sessions. The knowledge will also be passed on and applied in guiding clients/organized groups, school kids among others during forest walks and hiking.

I have already developed a marketing paper for the proposed school outdoor centre for KENVO and it is being edited so as it can be sent to various schools in Nairobi. The outdoor school has great potential we already receive local school kids regularly.