Tourism Intern Vacancy
Jeffreys Bay Tourism is looking for an outgoing, loyal and energetic Intern
Requirements:
Tourism experience, or studying towards a diploma/degree
Have basic geographical knowledge of Jeffreys Bay and South Africa
Effective written and verbal communication
Take initiative and ensure attention to detail
Handle correspondence
Understanding and experience with MS Office
Ensure to learn and keep updated on Jeffreys Bay Activities, Accommodation and News as well as build knowledge on the Kouga Area
Have Marketing Experience
Minimum Level of Education:
Grade 12 /N4 (Matric)
Language(s): English\Afrikaans
Should you meet the requirements, feel free to forward your CV, cover letter and references to info@jeffreysbaytourism.org
As dejected as it may seem, the word drowning resonates with me, especially during this time of the year. Drowning is defined as respiratory impairment that typically occurs silently, with only a few people able to wave their hands or call for help. Statistics show one person drowns every two to three days during summer. Surprisingly, the number one killer in the sea is the current. This is a short personal narrative of my experience during December 2018 with the hope that it might save someone’s life. The NSRI terms a rip current as a strong, narrow, fast-flowing current directed toward the sea that travels up to one to two meters per second. Rip currents usually develop close to the shoreline in very shallow water around a meter deep – just where beach bathers are usually found. My dad always educates me on when and where to swim. From an early age, I remember spending countless hours on the beach and in the sea every holiday. By the same token, I see myself as a decent swimmer who is able to swim myself to safety when necessary. Last year, my two girls and I were swimming at Dolphins Beach. As a rule, we never swim deep and stay between the red flags at all times. When we entered the water, there was no upshot current or at least I could not see any in the water. After an hour of swimming, suddenly I could not stand. My kids and I found ourselves in a dark spotted rip current. As former Northern Transvaal swimmer, lifesaver and Learn to Swim Instructor I tried to use the force of the waves to help us get back to shore. Unannounced, a giant wave plunged over us and split us apart. “Stay Calm, please stay calm”, I yelled! I was surprised to find my two daughters listening attentively. My oldest floated on the water imitated by her younger eight year old sister. Reminiscent of my days as a lifesaver, I decided to swim parallel to the beach and dragged both my daughters along. My eye caught the lifeguard patrolling the beach on his paddle s
Dolphin Beach at Jeffreys Bay is one of only six beaches across the Eastern Cape to have been awarded international Blue Flag status ahead of the 2019/2020 summer season.
Youth Potential South Africa YOUPSA is an education non-profit that benefits disadvantaged rural children and youth in the Gamtoos Valley area.
