French-Speaking Tour Leader - Jordan

About the role

Intrepid Travel is looking for a French-speaking Tour Leader to lead trips primarily in Jordan. This is a freelance contract position offering flexibility in when and how you work, though availability during peak seasons (March–April and September–November) is essential. Training is expected to start in the second half of December 2026, and exact dates and locations are confirmed during the interview.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer experiences, such as leading a morning market walk, arranging a local craft workshop or hosting a home-cooked meal with a family.
• Prioritise the safety and wellbeing of the group, handling challenges such as lost passports, medical needs and group dynamics calmly and professionally.
• Lead and manage trips in line with itineraries and budgets, and complete all required trip administration accurately and on time.
• Travel extensively, as some tours can last up to four weeks, and spend time away from home.

Required profile

• A valid Tour Leader licence and excellent communication skills in French; Arabic is required, English is desirable but not mandatory.
• Extensive local travel experience and experience leading hiking and trekking adventures across Jordan, with strong knowledge of its culture, history and key destinations.
• A valid guiding licence and a valid First Aid certificate (or willingness to complete it before starting).
• Full rights to work in Jordan; the company cannot support obtaining these rights.
• Ability to travel and work long hours, with lots of walking and activities.

What we offer

• A free Intrepid trip after leading enough trips.
• Diverse departures including hiking, biking, festival, family, premium and foodie trips, with travel to and from the start point covered.
• Some meals and all accommodation included, often where guests stay.
• Learning and development programmes, e-learning and comprehensive tour leader training.
• Internal career opportunities, travel discounts, recognition awards and the chance to attend the Global Summit.
• Opportunity to support Intrepid Foundation not-for-profit projects.