2026 GVI Seasonal Jobs Abroad

Are you seeking an exhilarating job opportunity that's not just a job, but a transformative experience? Look no further than GVI's Groups Program Assistant roles!

When you join GVI, you're not just signing up for a job - you're becoming part of a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact on the world. You'll collaborate with experts in various fields, forge lifelong friendships, and gain invaluable skills that will propel your personal and professional growth.

So, are you ready to unleash your potential and embark on the adventure of a lifetime? Join us at GVI and let's make a difference together!

Here are the details!

Dates: Our Groups season is running from January 2026 through to November 2026 , so let us know when you will be available, and we can discuss in more detail which program might suit your availability best.

Contract Type: Seasonal

✨ WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

The goal of the Groups Program Assistant is to support the delivery of world-leading groups and Under18 programs in-country, by focusing on participant experience. We have a variety of short-term contract options and need vibrant individuals brimming with energy, who thrive on travel adventures and share our zeal for conservation and community projects.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Supporting the Groups Senior Program Coordinator and Head of Groups Delivery in the running of group programs.
• Assisting with project work including planning sessions.
• Managing the groups on a day to day basis, ensuring they have a positive experience
• Interacting with local partners for certain activities
• Delivering presentations and training relevant to the project activities
• Acting as an enthusiastic role model for participants and providing guidance and mentorship
Working with the team to ensure the program operates to a high standard and all health and safety protocols are followed

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

If you are ambitious, purpose-driven, and you have a great sense of humour, we want to meet you. As an organisation, we know that welcoming a broad range of people with unique identities makes us powerful and we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion practices.

✅ Professional skills and experience

• Prior international travel experience
• Previous volunteer or study abroad experience beneficial
• Great people skills, such as:
  • Facilitating thought-provoking discussions
  • Working with participants through unforeseen challenges such as homesickness, cultural differences, group conflict, etc.
  • Being an active listener
• Country-specific or local knowledge is always a plus
• Not required, but would be advantageous:
  • Experience managing participants on group or individual service or adventure programs.
    
  • Trained in first aid, wildlife safety, mountaineer safety, or equivalent
  • Diving qualifications
  Fluent in languages other than English
  

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Per-group stipend
• Accommodation
• Food
• Visa costs (if applicable)
• Emergency medical and travel insurance
And more!

WORKING AT GVI

At GVI, we're driven by the desire to make a positive impact on our planet and its people. Our dedicated teams are actively working to address global challenges and together, we leverage a diverse set of specialised skills to pursue a shared vision: cultivating a brighter and more sustainable future for all.

Working at GVI is fast-paced and fun. You will join a community that values passion, authenticity and innovation, and where we treat each other with respect. But we can do better than words to show you who we are!

✅ YOUR NEXT STEP

Please send your CV along with a cover letter stating why you feel you would be best suited to this position.

Not quite ticking all the boxes for our current vacancies just yet?

Please note: We will do our utmost to respond to all applicants, however, given the large volume of applications we receive, this isn't always possible. If you do not hear back from us within three-four weeks, please take it that on this occasion your application was unsuccessful.