Our amazing staff bring this incredible experience to life and support you throughout your Expedition. Interested in joining us? Search for jobs below.
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The team at Raleigh International
One of the things that makes Raleigh International so special is that the vast majority of our staff are Raleigh Alumni. We have full-time staff in all the countries where we work who are dedicated, resourceful and totally committed to ensuring they deliver the best Raleigh Expedition experience, every single time. You’ll have your own coordinator to support you prior to departure and they’ll be the main point of contact for anyone back home.
Interested in working for us?
Lucy, Managing Director
As the Managing Director, I lead our marketing, recruitment and pre-departure teams and work closely with our Country Directors and Expedition Delivery teams. My professional background is deeply rooted in the not-for-profit sector and so leading an organisation that prioritises youth leadership and volunteering at its core, and whose values resonate with my own, is a source of great pride. This role is more than a professional commitment for me; as a mother to a 12-year-old boy, it holds deep personal significance. I’m half Spanish and so speak the language. I love to dance, read crime novels, enjoy the sea and mountains and go to the arcade with my son!
Ella, Expedition Experience Manager
As the Expedition Experience Manager, I oversee the customer expedition experience from start to finish. Working closely with our Operational delivery teams, and Raleigh management team to standardise systems, processes, and ultimately delivering the Raleigh Magic. I also support managing our health and safety and incident management systems. I have been on Expedition to Costa Rica in 2016 as a Venturer, and worked at Raleigh within the Volunteer Journey and Recruitment teams over the last 4 years. I am passionate about supporting young people to create impact. I also aim to do this in my personal life through being an active junior volleyball coach, as well as training and competing myself in my free time.
Bruce, Recruitment Manager
I oversee Venturer Recruitment, being born and raised in Costa Rica I have a profound passion for conservation, community development, and adventure. With a rich Raleigh background, I’ve actively contributed to three separate Expeditions, first as a Venturer Manager, and later as a Logistics Coordinator. Beyond my professional pursuits, I dedicate time to martial arts and parenting, balancing my commitment to both personal growth and community betterment.
Helen, Head of Marketing
I work alongside our Communications and Recruitment teams to spread the word about Raleigh International Expeditions and inspire as many people to take this life-changing step as possible. After going on a Raleigh International Expedition in 2003, I’ve been working (mostly) in the world of youth and adventure travel ever since. My favourite saying is: ‘We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us’. My favourite things are my daughter, doing anything outdoorsy with friends, yoga and dancing.
Alison, Venturer Expedition Specialist
I am one of the first in-person points of contact (unless you’ve met Jacob at an event). I review applications and use all sorts of platforms, live chat, emails, calls, teams, WhatsApp to help anyone interested find the right programme for them and guide them into becoming apart of our Raleigh Alumni family. I have a degree in Geography and International Development and have taken part in a similar programme to Raleigh in 2016 in Uganda. I have a background of working in the charity sector and lived in Iceland for a year supporting the Red Cross. I love love love warm weather and have backpacked across South America and South Africa. In my spare time you’ll find me hunting down the sun (I know-hard work living in the UK).
Shona, Venturer Manager Expedition Specialist
I support the Venturer Managers (those 25+) with the application and assessment process to join our Expeditions. I am a Raleigh Alumni, having been to Nicaragua with ICS and Raleigh International in 2017. I qualified as a teacher in 2021 and from this I am passionate about equal opportunities assessments so all participants have a fair chance. In my spare time, you’ll either find me in the gym or on a walk with my dog Bert.
Sherrilynn, Volunteer Coordinator – South Africa and UK
I oversee our Venturers and Venturer managers who go to the UK and South Africa. Having grown up in South Africa my whole life I have always wanted to make a positive change where I live. With a background in safety and events co-ordination I have a passion for management and helping our Venturers and Venturer managers to get ready for their adventure with a purpose.
Candice, Volunteer Coordinator – Costa Rica
I am in charge of communications and support to our Venturers and Venturer managers taking part in our Costa Rica Expeditions. I’ve never been on a Raleigh Expedition but do come from a background of logistics and event management, which helps in my role to support our Venturers in the best way I can. In my spare time, I am either hanging out with my motorcycle club, reading or cheering for my favourite sports/racing teams.
Jackie Gibb, Medical Support
I am a GP and expedition medic based in Bristol with a background in emergency medicine. I have travelled extensively throughout Asia , Africa and South and Central America and have worked on expeditions in over 20 countries. I also teach expedition medicine and much prefer working outdoors to sitting at a desk.
Jamie, Communications Lead
As Communications lead I manage Raleigh’s brand and lead on communication campaigns to promote our Expeditions. Born and raised in Northern Ireland, I love travelling, hiking and putting my creativity to use through writing, photography and design. I really enjoy meeting and hearing from other Raleigh alumni through my work, and of course getting the chance to reminisce about my own Raleigh Expedition to Nepal in 2018!
Ignacio (Nacho), Country Director
As an Environmental Lawyer, Nacho brings extensive expertise in public policy, climate change, and ecotourism – and is also an alumni! Nacho leads the development of Raleigh Costa Rica and is responsible for the general management of the organisation.
Catherine, Expedition Manager
Catherine started her Raleigh journey as a Volunteer Venturer in Borneo in 2005. This had such an impact, she came back as Deputy Operations Coordinator in Costa Rica in January 2024. Now as the Expedition Manager she is responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Raleigh Expedition, and the health and safety of all programmes. She oversees the quality and operational effectiveness of the expeditions, and the implementation of Raleigh policies from a strategic perspective.
Catherine has over ten years of strategic and operational planning experience, and has also worked in the training development and implementation environment. With experience in mentoring and leadership coaching Catherine has an interest in ensuring positive outcomes for all the young people that come to experience a Raleigh Expedition.
Hanz, Operations Manager
Hanz is a professional in the Political Science and International Relations fields. He is responsible for overseeing projects related to community and infrastructure, cultural exchange, and delivering an excellent learning experience.
Agustina, Operations Coordinator
Agustina is an Agile Project Manager and communication specialist with over 8 years of experience in planning, communication, and analytical development in regional positions. She seeks further development in institutions where she can generate added value and create a positive impact. With training in Project Management and climate change, she is passionate about environmental conservation and actively volunteers in various organizations dedicated to this cause. Agustina has demonstrated leadership in operations by spearheading project coordination to align with organizational objectives, inspiring and leading colleagues to foster a positive work culture and promote staff well-being, and supervising and ensuring logistical support across all operational processes. Her commitment to environmental issues and extensive volunteer experience make her well-equipped to lead and advance initiatives within this field.
Danita, Community Liaison
Danita is a local from Cabecar indigenous territory who joined the team as a Community Outreach intern to support and provide his knowledge from the areas to enhance the cultural exchange experience and events for community projects in Costa Rica.
Pedro, Operations Coordinator
Pedro was a volunteer at Raleigh Nicaragua for the ICS program back in 2016. He leads the logistics of the advanced team to ensure the correct implementation of projects and programs.
Stacey, Country Director
Stacey leads the development of Raleigh South Africa and is responsible for the organisation’s general management. South African born and bred, Stacey has extensive experience in volunteer travel.
Jason, Expedition Manager
Jason has been involved in outdoor adventure and conservation since 2008, working as a white water rafting guide, a field guide and ranger. He has worked all over Africa and the UK on conservation projects, most recently leading volunteer projects in Zanzibar. He is passionate about protecting the environment, uplifting local communities and adventure.
Harriet, Operations Coordinator
Harriet studied International Development at university, fuelling her passion for sustainable development. She has since worked in event and project coordinator roles, as well as working with volunteers on projects in Zanzibar. She has seen first hand the impact of Raleigh Expeditions as a volunteer with Raleigh in India and Borneo.
Gareth, Operations Coordinator
After studying a Bachelor of Heritage and Cultural Science at the University of Pretoria, Gareth followed his passion to create a positive impact on the lives of people and animals. He has worked on community and environmental projects, and as an adventure guide for groups travelling Southern Africa.
Shadreck, Head Trek Guide
Shadreck is an Outward Bound Instructor and a professional tour guide, has been working with youth development programs since from 1995. He was involved with Raleigh international as a venturer in Belize 1998. He is passionate about working with young people and interacting with people of different cultures.
Katie, Environmental Advisor
Born in the UK, Katie has volunteered around the world, but her heart lies here in South Africa. With a background in ecology and conservation, Katie combined those skills with training as a field guide. She has a passion for nature and the environment, and believes education about our natural world can benefit everyone.
Sakhile, Trek Guide
Born in the KwaZulu Natal Province of South Africa Sakhile has been working as as adventure guide since 2014, doing abseiling, canoeing, rock climbing, team building and leadership. In 2017 he became a rope access technician and from 2018 started freelancing, doing mountain guiding and rope access work. Sakhile is a very energetic person who loves physical activity, working with and meeting new people.
Lucius, Trek Guide
Lucius has been guiding for 4 years now in the mountainous region of the Blyde River Canyon. Specialising in mountain walking and cultural guiding, Lucius has a great passion for outdoor experiences and exploring South Africa’s Biodiversity.
Selina, Conservation Guide
Selina is a conservation Scientist as well as a trained South African field guide, leading safaris from both vehicle and on foot. She has been working in the wildlife conservation sector across various volunteer and student projects since 2015.
Lucy, Operations Assistant
Lucy is deeply passionate about the environment, animals and outdoor activities. she holds several adventure training qualifications alongside military training in leadership and navigation. After completing a Biosciences degree focused on animals and ecology she then decided to backpack across Africa, eventually becoming a venturer with Raleigh International in South Africa. Now a proud member of the team.
Siphiwe, Conservation Guide
Siphiwe holds qualifications in Nature Conservation, including Resources Guardianship and Nature Guiding. She has been a volunteer, working on ecological maintenance, safeguarding of the environment and bringing awarness to the Community at Hans Mernsky Nature Reserve. Siphiwe loves working in the wild with young people to make a change in the ecosystem.
Work with us
Raleigh International welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, and we are keen to ensure our teams reflect the diversity of the the young people we work with. We are dedicated to greater diversity and inclusion within our own organisation and strive to provide equal opportunities to people of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, gender identifications and abilities.
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- Flexible and remote working
“Contributing towards accelerating and improving an individuals world view whilst helping communities in need across the world gets me up each day!”
Raleigh staff
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