Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager – Zanzibar at Bushwise – September 2026 Bushwise is hiring anAssistant Generalfor a permanent position in Zanzibar, focused on lodge operations, guest experience, team leadership, sustainability and business performance. Job Details Job Purpose The Assistant General Manager will support the overall management of the lodge, ensuringhigh-quality guest experiences, operational excellence, staff development, sustainability, conservation and community engagement. Key Responsibilities Lodge Operations & Guest Experience Support overall lodge operations. Ensure excellent guest experience and service delivery. Drive operational excellence across:HousekeepingButlersKitchenGuest services Housekeeping Butlers Kitchen Guest services Staff & HR Management Assist with staff training and development. Support HR activities and performance management. Provide leadership and guidance to lodge teams. Financial & Business Administration Support budgeting and financial reporting. Assist with operational projects. Manage and maintain supplier relationships. Marketing & Communications Oversee social media initiatives. Support PR and communication activities. Help strengthen the lodge’s brand and market presence. Conservation & Community Development Assist with conservation initiatives. Participate in community development projects. Support the organization’s sustainability objectives. Strategic Management Participate in strategic meetings. Contribute to lodge development initiatives. Support continuous improvement and operational planning. Requirements Education Higher Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree inHospitality Management. Experience 3–4 years of hospitality management experience. The job listing also indicates5+ years of overall work experience. Skills & Competencies Strong leadership skills. Excellent communication skills. Computer literacy. Fluent English, both written and spoken. Ability to work effectively under pressure. Strong operational and people-management capabilities. Passion for luxury hospitality. Interest in sustainability and conservation. Ideal Candidate Profile The strongest candidate will have: Practical experience managingluxury hospitality/lodge operations. Proven leadership of multidisciplinary hospitality teams. Strong guest-experience and service-delivery skills. Experience with budgeting, reporting and suppliers. Excellent English communication. Ability to operate effectively in aremote island environment. Genuine interest inluxury hospitality, conservation and community development. Benefits Live-in accommodation Permanent employment Market-related salary Opportunity to work within a luxury hospitality and conservation-focused environment. Quick Assessment This is amanagement-level hospitality position, not a general administrative role. The critical requirement ishands-on hospitality management experience, particularly in lodge, resort, luxury hotel or similar operations. Candidates fromgeneral administration, banking, IT or non-hospitality backgroundswould generally be a weak match unless they also have substantial hospitality-management experience. How to Apply The vacancy is listed on Bushwise’s recruitment portal: CLICK/TAP HERE TO APPLY: Start date:November 2026Deadline:Not specified in the advert.