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Bushwise

General Manager

Uganda, UGOn-sitePermanentFull-time

Posted Oct 30, 2026

WE’RE HIRING | GENERAL MANAGER
Uganda | Luxury Safari Lodge/Camp

Are you an experienced hospitality leader with a passion for luxury safari operations, exceptional guest experiences and conservation?

An exciting opportunity awaits a General Manager to lead a mid-to-high-end luxury safari camp/lodge situated within a national park in Uganda. Our client is looking for a South African candidate.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in remote, off-grid environments and can deliver world-class hospitality while managing complex lodge operations.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Guest Experience Management

  • Deliver exceptional, personalised guest experiences.

  • Maintain the highest standards of luxury hospitality.

  • Manage guest feedback and service recovery.

Operations & Standards

  • Oversee all daily lodge operations.

  • Implement and maintain operational SOPs.

  • Ensure operational efficiency and service excellence.

Team Leadership

  • Lead, motivate and develop a diverse, multicultural team.

  • Manage a mixed workforce.

  • Build a positive, accountable service culture.

Compliance & Safety

  • Ensure compliance with national park concession requirements.

  • Oversee health, safety, security and risk management.

  • Maintain operational and regulatory standards.

Conservation & Community

  • Support conservation initiatives and responsible tourism.

  • Build positive relationships with surrounding communities.

  • Balance commercial success with environmental responsibility.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Lead an exciting safari property in one of Africa's most remarkable wilderness destinations, combining luxury hospitality, conservation and exceptional leaders.


Requirements

  • An established General Manager with experience in luxury hospitality, safari lodges or remote properties.

  • Strong operational and financial management capabilities.

  • Proven ability to lead multicultural teams.

  • Experience managing high-end international clientele.

  • Comfortable working in remote, off-grid environments.

  • Strong understanding of guest experience, compliance and operational standards.

  • A South African candidate with the flexibility to relocate to Uganda.


Benefits

Live-in

Role snapshot

Job type

Full-time

Required skills

Luxury Hospitality ManagementSafari Lodge OperationsGuest Experience ManagementGuest Feedback and Service RecoveryOperational SOP ImplementationFinancial ManagementMulticultural Team Leadership and DevelopmentInternational Clientele ManagementNational Park Concession ComplianceHealth, Safety, Security, and Risk ManagementConservation and Responsible TourismCommunity Relationship ManagementRemote and Off-Grid Operations Management

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