Game Reserve Manager Full-Time

We are recruiting a General Manager a marine and terrestrial conservation area under private management near Vilanculos, Mozambique. The area is an international biodiversity hotspot, and has a rich variety of flora, marine species, birds, however few mammals (and no big 5 or cats). The reserve has 19 private lodges and 2 commercial lodges. Several indigenous villages are situated within the reserve. Operations include a fuel and grocery procurement service for the lodges, an airport and boat transfer service for visitors, as well as HR services for staff employed in the lodges. The General Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the company and its management and staff; specifically

• Setting, and adhering to, the annual budget.
• Reserve operations; mainly
• Anti-poaching patrols both land and coast
• Road maintenance
• Equipment and infrastructure maintenance (fences, pumps, generators etc)
• Government and community relations, mainly
• Grant fund communications
• Procurement service operations
• Private lodge supervision, mainly
• Lodge staff management
• Supervision of specific maintenance items (not the maintenance itself)
• Communication with owners on lodge issues

There are various reporting requirements, including monthly management accounts, and operational report backs to the quarterly board meetings. We are looking for a leader with proven managerial experience in a similar role, strong people management and communication skills, and an understanding of the African conservation environment. Basic accounting knowledge is also important. Fluency in Portuguese is an advantage. The position could suit a management couple.

• Hotel management
• Lodge management
• Concession management
• Operations management
• Game reserve

About The Employer

The reserve has 19 private lodges and 2 commercial lodges. Several indigenous villages are situated within the reserve.