Hey CM
Don't be so hard on the guy he is just trying to get ahead, we were/are all still in that boat and you have to start somewhere. kitchin the only way you get a job in Africa and most places I would think is get down there and show your face, unless you know somebody who is already working in whichever company you have about zero chance of getting work. I know that they employ a lot of Aussies and Kiwis in the Okavongo and those guys basicallly go and camp out for a few weeks before the start of the tourist season. As for when the season starts I am not 100% certain but I think end of Jan beginning of Feb.
Happy hunting my friend and good luck!
CM-long time no see how is life by the seaside?