Job Summary
Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced General Manager or Management Couple to lead a top-end safari camp in Kenya’s spectacular Amboseli region . Set among acacia woodland with views towards Mount Kilimanjaro, the camp combines classic East African safari charm with refined comfort and personalised hospitality. With 16 luxury tents, additional family accommodation and a private house ; it offers an intimate guest experience supported by a substantial operation behind the scenes. Location: Amboseli region, Kenya Single appointment: Approximately US$4 500 net per month Management couple: Up to US$3 500 net per person per month Leading a team of almost 100 staff ; the successful candidate or couple will take responsibility for the camp’s overall performance, balancing exceptional guest experiences with strong team leadership, operational efficiency and sound financial management. Key responsibilities: Lead daily camp operations, maintaining consistently high standards across all departments. Be a visible and welcoming presence, building relationships with guests and ensuring thoughtful, personalised service. Lead; develop and support department heads and their teams. Oversee budgets, purchasing, stock control and operational costs. Coordinate accommodation, food and beverage, housekeeping, maintenance and safari activities. Maintain excellent standards of property presentation and upkeep. Resolve guest and operational challenges with confidence, sound judgement and follow-through. Build positive relationships with local communities and support responsible tourism practices. What we are looking for: Proven senior management experience within a luxury safari lodge, tented camp or comparable hospitality operation. Experience leading a substantial team across multiple departments. Strong financial understanding and practical operational skills. Excellent guest relations, communication and people management abilities. A hands-on leadership style, with the ability to set clear expectations and hold teams accountable. Confidence managing the demands and logistics of a bush-based operation. East African experience would be advantageous. For a couple, complementary skills across operations, guest experience, team leadership and administration will be particularly valuable, together with a proven ability to work effectively as a management partnership. This opportunity will suit an established hospitality leader or couple who appreciate classic safari hospitality and can combine warm hosting with disciplined management.