Local Portugal Program Leader

Local Portugal Program Leader
Viseu
Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal

Local Portugal Program Leader (Summer 2026)

Rustic Pathways is a student travel organization that offers the world's finest experiential education, community service, foreign language, and adventure programs. Our destinations stretch from the
- sand beaches of Fiji to the rainforest canopies of Costa Rica, the high Atlas mountains to the Great Barrier Reef, and many places in between. We provide superior quality travel and service in some of the most welcoming countries for students around the world. Rustic Pathways demands professionalism and integrity across all of our operations, insists on quality in all aspects of our programs, and places a strong emphasis on the protection, safety, and
- being of our students and staff. We empower students through innovative and responsible travel experiences to positively impact lives and communities around the world.

Local Portugal Program Leader at Rustic Pathways

The Position

As a Local Program Leader, you live in the country of operation, Portugal. Your primary responsibility is the care and
- being of our students while they travel. You are a primary responder in all escalated situations, incidents, and emergencies. In partnership with your
- leaders, you'll collaborate to create a safe and successful program experience for all Rustic Pathways students. You'll work directly with international leaders, community partners, activity operators, and Rustic Pathways managers. You are a liaison between the program experience and all stakeholders, providing trip updates and managing communication with parents and the global Rustic Pathways team. Expect to spend long days in some of the most welcoming communities on the planet. Community service professionals, customer service experts, globally conscious travelers, logistics lovers, and youth development facilitators are encouraged to apply. Rustic Pathways is committed to increasing diversity in our staff and recognizes the benefit of having a diverse, inclusive work environment. We actively encourage those from
- seeking groups to apply. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences represented by our leaders.

Must be
- oriented, with a passion for experiential education. The position requires a lot of physical and emotional stamina.

This is a seasonal position.

Responsibilities

Job Qualifications

Location:

Ability to work in Portugal for at least 1-8 consecutive weeks at a time (start date determined by mandatory
- person training dates, which vary).

Compensation:

The weekly rate for this position is between $400 to $500 per week (weekly rate is determined by the number of years of Rustic Pathways program leader experience).

A Note About Equal Employment Opportunity Questions:

Though you are not required to answer them, we do encourage applicants to answer the Equal Employment Opportunity questions on our application. We cannot see your answers as we review your application. We only see the data as a full set, not connected to any identifying data on your application. In order to most effectively work to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion at Rustic Pathways, we need the data to know where we stand. Numbers are powerful. Please help us to improve as an organization by answering these questions if you are comfortable doing so.

Equal Opportunity:

Rustic Pathways is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At-Will Notice:

Each employee of Rustic Pathways is employed "at will, " which means either the Company or the employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any or no reason, with or without advanced notice. No individual or representative of Rustic Pathways can change this
- will relationship absent a specific, written contract signed by the Company's Chief Executive Officer or designee.