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Operations Manager

Bushwise


Job Location:

Entebbe - Uganda

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 5years
Posted: 31 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


WERE HIRING LUXURY SAFARI LODGE OPERATIONS MANAGER
Uganda
Seeking South African Talent


Are you a dynamic hospitality professional with a passion for luxury safari tourism business development and exceptional guest experiences

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Operations Manager overseeing a prestigious luxury safari lodge in Uganda.

This is more than a traditional operations role! We are looking for a commercially minded hospitality leader who can drive lodge operations elevate luxury standards generate new business and build valuable relationships within the international travel market.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations & Lodge Management

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the luxury safari lodge.

  • Ensure exceptional guest experiences and world-class service delivery.

  • Drive operational efficiency and maintain hospitality standards.

  • Identify opportunities to enhance the overall guest offering.

Sales & Business Development

  • Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities.

  • Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation and client engagement through to negotiations and deal closure.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with international travel partners tour operators and high-end travel networks.

  • Drive occupancy revenue growth and commercial performance.

Marketing & Brand Development

  • Promote the lodge to international luxury travel markets.

  • Develop and implement sales and marketing initiatives.

  • Strengthen the propertys positioning within the luxury safari sector.

  • Identify new markets and opportunities to grow the business.

Service & Product Development

  • Continuously evaluate and improve lodge services and facilities.

  • Elevate the overall luxury guest experience.

  • Introduce improvements that enhance the propertys competitiveness and reputation.

THE OPPORTUNITY

  • International career opportunity in Uganda.

  • Lead and develop a luxury safari property.

If you have the operational expertise international connections and commercial drive to take a luxury safari property to the next level we would love to hear from you!



Requirements
  • South African candidate with a strong background in luxury hospitality safari camps high-end resorts or luxury tourism.

  • Previous experience in a senior lodge operations or hospitality management position.

  • An established international client network and strong industry relationships.

  • Proven sales and business development capabilities.

  • Experience generating leads negotiating and closing business.

  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to drive revenue.

  • A hands-on entrepreneurial approach to management.

  • Excellent communication leadership and relationship-building skills.

  • Willingness to relocate and work in Uganda.


Benefits
Live-in


Required Skills:

Hospitality Camp Management Lodge Management General Manager


Required Education:

Hospitality