About the job

Crawford & Carruthers is searching for an experienced Safari General Management Couple in Tanzania to manage daily operations with focus on guest satisfaction, staff, conservation and commercial viability for a pre-opening of a re-launch lodge.

Please only apply if you meet the below requirements.

Minimum Requirements

1. 3 – 5 years’ experience in similar position.
2. Previous experience with Pre-Opening and Opening and advantage;
3. Experience with and comfortable with island living, i.e. work in remote areas for extended periods of time.
4. Flexibly to adapt to company system & structures.
5. Passionate about and experience with international high-end guests and hosting.
6. Strong leadership skills with commitment to teamwork.
7. Strong attention to detail;
8. Passionate, energetic and structure individual with strong administrative skills.
9. Competent with Microsoft Office, Google Drive and Res Request.
10. Guiding background;
11. Passionate about Marine conservations;

Job Functions

1. Joint management effort to manage the daily operations, pre-opening and formal opening of the lodge.
2. One partner oversees Guiding Department, including planning & organizing lodge activities with maximum efficiency, taking available assets & guests’ wishes.
3. Manage and maintain strong local community relationships.
4. Oversee guest service function and ensure smooth operations, excellent guest service delivery.
5. Marine life management of island activities, boating, diving and fishing.
6. Coordinate, direct & manage overall operations to achieve maximum commercial profitability.
7. Monthly reporting on cost control, sales, feedback, logistics, maintenance and activities.
8. Analyze reporting results; propose and manage direction for way forward.
9. Excel-based budgeting, forecasting and tracking of camp performance.
10. Supervise Department Heads.
11. Supervise & Assist Camp Administration with all camp administration (inventory, sales & general camp admin);
12. Oversee HR matters, i.e. training, assigning work, payroll, coaching, performance appraisals, and disciplinary actions.
13. Quality Assurance on appearance, maintenance, cleanliness, preventative maintenance and asset protection on the premises.

Preferred Education

1. Degree/Diploma in Hospitality/Tourism.
2. Contactable references.