ROOMS DIVISION DIRECTOR

VIETNAM (LIVE-IN, SINGLE ACCOMMODATION)

START DATE: ASAP

Our client, a luxury resort in Vietnam, is seeking an accomplished Rooms Division Director to oversee the full spectrum of the Rooms Division—including Front Office, Housekeeping, and the newly developing Butler service. This senior leadership role requires a refined operator with experience in a similar environment.

You will shape service excellence across all guest‑facing departments, elevate operational standards, and play a pivotal role in crafting a world‑class Butler program. This is an exceptional opportunity for a forward‑thinking rooms leader ready to influence guest experience at a premier destination.

A key part of this role will be to develop clear procedures, SOPs and service standards across the rooms division, while preserving the warmth, flexibility and personal character of a family business. We need someone who can bring structure without making the operation feel rigid.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3–4 years’ experience as a Rooms Division Director or in an equivalent senior rooms role, ideally in an upscale or luxury resort environment.

The right candidate should be:

• An excellent communicator and highly organised
• Flexible, hands-on and able to adapt to a changing operation
• A strong team builder who can bring departments together
• Highly attentive to detail, with a clear understanding of ultra-luxury service and guest expectations
• Experienced in building and maintaining consistent service standards

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ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

MALDIVES (LIVE-IN, SINGLE ACCOMMODATION)

START DATE: ASAP

Step into one of the Maldives’ iconic luxury destinations. Our client is seeking a dynamic, seasoned Resort Manager to partner with the General Manager in delivering exceptional guest experiences and flawless operational performance.

In this leadership role, you’ll guide daily operations with precision and warmth—ensuring seamless service flow, elevated guest satisfaction, and high‑performing teams. You’ll also contribute directly to commercial success, upholding the resort’s world‑class standards while driving profitability and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends and contributes to the daily Reservations meeting with the General Manager
• Takes an active role in planning and organizing day-to-day operations
• Works closely daily with all staff to encourage feedback, job efficiency, morale, general manners and courtesy
• Welcomes VIP’s and repeat guests on their arrival
• Ensures that daily checks are carried out with the Departmental Manager and encourages timely and effective follow-up action
• Meets with Reservations Manager on a daily basis to review the reservations forecast with the General Manager
• Coordinates and supervises S&M Assistant on their daily tasks, overseeing guest feedback and online guest reviews on online platforms and on social media channels, organizes Fam trips
• Walk around restaurants during dinner hours to check on guest’s welfare
• Discusses monthly P&L with Rooms Division HODs
• Attends P&L meeting with Department Heads. Chairs the meeting in the absence of the General Manager
• Chairs monthly Health & Safety, Fire Safety & Rooms Division Meetings
• Monitors the operational efficiency of his respective departments through supervision of operations and reviews and interprets financial information made available
• Monitors the use of operating supplies and company resources to maximize the profitability
• In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the resort.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Hotel Management & Administration preferred
• Luxury boutique hotel management experience
• Five years of previous experience in hotel management or an equivalent combination of education and experience with comparable job knowledge and skills
• Considerable skill in simple mathematical calculations without error. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Considerable skill in applying, developing and linking a Microsoft Excel, Word and Micros Opera program or software of similar nature.
• Considerable skill in dealing fairly and independently with a great number of nationalities among the employees
• Considerable skill to deal fairly and effectively with the local island community.
• Ability to effectively deal with employees and customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret written documents; write notices and articles; make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations to a variety of audiences including international Tour Operators; listen and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Proactively identify both opportunities and challenges and develop effective action plans to address each situation
• A high degree of numerical competency is required, an ability to see trends in numbers, and to analyze these to draw meaningful conclusions in a timely manner.
• Constantly practices opportunities to increase revenue potential by continually reviewing business practices and pushing ideas upwards
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with supervisors, colleagues and guests regarding any problems or concerns with guest satisfaction
• Ability to read, analyze and process budget procedures and documents, such as daily reports, Profit and Loss Reports, occupancy forecasting, labour review and other projects
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and to be available on call as required
• Ability to maintain a positive, service-oriented attitude towards guests and resort staff
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, HACCP, Fire Procedures and training
• Ability to lead, motivate and encourage Department Heads and staff
• Possess relevant Health & Safety certificate, Basic Fire Training / Fire Fighting Certificate & First Aid Certificate

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GROUP DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

MALDIVES (LIVE-IN, SINGLE ACCOMMODATION)

START DATE: ASAP

Our client, a leading luxury resort group in the Maldives, is seeking an accomplished Grooup Director of Finance to lead and elevate the groups’ resort’s financial operations. In this pivotal role, you will direct and organise the full Finance Department — shaping progressive, proactive policies and ensuring robust internal controls that safeguard the groups resort’s long‑term financial health.

You’ll oversee accurate, timely financial reporting, strengthen accounting systems, and provide strategic guidance to senior management to maximise profitability and enhance shareholder value. Beyond financial leadership, you’ll play a key role in fostering constructive, harmonious management–labour relations, building a positive work environment that supports productivity and high performance.

If you’re a forward‑thinking finance leader with strong hospitality experience and a passion for operational excellence, this is an opportunity to influence the financial future of one of the Maldives’ most respected luxury resort groups.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and oversee the Group’s Finance and Accounting operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Develop financial strategies, budgets, forecasts, and reporting aligned with business objectives and profitability.
• Provide financial guidance to management and support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial statements, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls, cost management, and protection of company assets.
• Work closely with Resort Financial Controllers and management to monitor performance and achieve financial targets.
• Develop financial tools and systems for budgeting, forecasting, purchasing, cost control, and reporting.
• Collaborate with executives, resort management, auditors, government authorities, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic business discussions as part of the Executive Committee.
• Lead, coach, develop, and train finance teams while promoting cross-training and career development.
• Ensure company policies and procedures are applied consistently and fairly.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in hotel finance operations, including at least 5 years in a management position.
• Strong knowledge of hotel finance and accounting operations.
• Thorough knowledge of the Maldives taxation system, particularly GST, WHT, Green Tax, and Business Profit Tax.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial trends and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Hands-on experience with OPERA PMS, SUN Accounting, and Material Control systems.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

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HEAD OF GROWTH/PRIVATE CLIENT ACQUISITION

LOCATION: USA (Remote)

START DATE: ASAP

Our client, an ultra-luxury Africa travel company is searching for a senior commercial executor focused almost entirely on new-client acquisition. This is not a conventional marketing role, event role or salesperson waiting for inquiries. It is a senior relationship-builder who creates access to new business in circles our client does not currently reach—and then ensures those introductions become qualified opportunities!

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build a deliberately selected network of specifically targeted potential UHWNI clients by establishing meaningful strategic partnerships
• Generate a high-value qualified new-client pipeline
• Research each lead. Determine the best conversion plan and prepare the sales team accordingly
• Introduce new qualified UHNW clients to the business through the production of exceptionally targeted private-client activations.
• Own the commercial architecture of each activation
• Create a scalable system that can be repeated
• Work in synergy with marketing and sales for a successful conversion
• Monitor the prospect until won, lost, or intentionally nurtured.
• Capture objections and competitive intelligence.
• Maintain the COI relationship after the introduction.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Established network of UHNWI through a background of any of these luxury industries: travel, fashion, real-estate, private banking, family office services or luxury hospitality
• Excellent understanding of purchasing trends and market intelligence in this segment
• Target driven, financially motivated

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RESORT MANAGER

MALDIVES (LIVE IN, SINGLE ACCOMMODATION)

START DATE: ASAP

Are you ready to lead in paradise? Our client, a prestigious luxury resort in the Maldives, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Resort Manager to support the General Manager in delivering world-class guest experiences and operational excellence.

As Resort Manager, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless service, elevated guest satisfaction, and optimal team performance. You’ll also play a key role in driving profitability and maintaining the resort’s exceptional standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

• College degree in Hotel Management & Administration preferred
• Luxury boutique hotel management experience
• Five years previous experience in hotel management or an equivalent combination of education and experience with comparable job knowledge and skills
• Considerable skill in simple mathematical calculations without error. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Considerable skill in applying, developing and linking a Microsoft Excel, Word and Micros Opera program or software of similar nature.
• Considerable skill in dealing fairly and independently with a great number of nationalities among the employees
• Considerable skill to deal fairly and effectively with the local island community.
• Ability to effectively deal with employees and customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret written documents; write notices and articles; make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations to a variety of audiences including international Tour Operators; listen and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Proactively identify both opportunities and challenges and develop effective action plans to address each situation
• A high degree of numerical competency is required, an ability to see trends in numbers, and to analyze these to draw meaningful conclusions in a timely manner.
• Constantly practices opportunities to increase revenue potential by continually reviewing business practices and pushing ideas upwards
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with supervisors, colleagues and guests regarding any problems or concerns with guest satisfaction
• Ability to read, analyze and process budget procedures and documents, such as daily reports, Profit and Loss Reports, occupancy forecasting, labour review and other projects
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and to be available on call as required
• Ability to maintain a positive, service orientated attitude towards guests and resort staff
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, HACCP, Fire Procedures and training
• Knowledge of the resorts Disaster Management Plan, including Evacuation Procedures
• Ability to lead, motivate and encourage Department Heads and staff
• Possess relevant Health & Safety certificate, Basic Fire Training / Fire Fighting Certificate & First Aid Certificate

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GENERAL MANAGER

VIETNAM

START DATE: FEB/MAR 2027

Our client is seeking an inspiring and strategically minded General Manager to serve as the primary business leader of their new luxury resort. You will drive all operational and commercial activities to ensure exceptional service delivery, strong financial performance, and a guest experience that elevates the resort’s brand presence in the market.

The ideal candidate is a visionary hospitality leader who can design and implement high‑impact programs that strengthen operational excellence, maximise profitability, enhance guest satisfaction, and foster an engaged, high‑performing team culture.

While maintaining a strategic, long‑range view of the business, the General Manager must also demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and exemplary work ethic—setting the standard for the entire team. You will champion a service culture rooted in excellence, integrity, and the resort’s core values, ensuring every touchpoint reflects the brand’s commitment to world‑class hospitality.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & Business Ownership

• Act as the primary strategic business leader of the resort, driving all resort activities
• Take ownership of pre-opening and post-opening phases of the hotel
• Take a strategic overview while planning ahead to maximise profits
• Drive commercial strategy to exceed business goals
• Build and execute successful programs to meet operational, financial, guest satisfaction, and team engagement objectives

Financial & Commercial Management

• Manage budgets, revenue proposals, and forecasting
• Drive profitability through strong commercial acumen
• Ensure financial objectives are consistently achieved

Service & Brand Standards

• Ensure high service delivery that builds brand recognition
• Set the example for team members by demonstrating exceptional work ethics
• Uphold full commitment to the brand's Vision, Purpose, and Values

People & Culture

• Provide thoughtful leadership to build a strong service culture
• Create a positive work environment where team members can thrive
• Act as a highly interactive, collaborative team player

Stakeholder & Market Relations

• Build and grow relationships with stakeholders
• Apply extensive knowledge of the local market and domestic tourism in Phu Quoc and the surrounding region
• Maintain robust knowledge of local hotel laws, rules, and regulations

Operational Oversight

• Apply excellent knowledge of hotel operations, ideally including Food & Beverage service management
• Bring high-level corporate knowledge in line with company goals
• Apply strong project management and organisational skills to day-to-day operations
• Solve problems efficiently while maintaining a keen eye for detail

REQUIREMENTS:

Academic Qualifications

• Tertiary education at Degree level from a recognised institution majoring in Hotel Management, Hospitality Management or Tourism
• Management or Business Administration or equivalent qualifications.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Management or related fields would be a definite advantage.

Previous Performance

• A minimum of 15 years of working experience at managerial level with luxury international hospitality brands.
• A minimum of 5 years of working experience as General Manager in a luxury branded resort.
• Excellent command of Hospitality and, preferably in Food & Beverage service management.
• Excelling in driving and taking ownership of all aspects, including pre-opening and post-opening of hotels.
• Extensive knowledge of the local market and domestic tourism in Vietnam.
• Maldives experience would be preferred too.
• Proven success in driving commercial strategy to exceed business goals.
• Thoughtful leadership with ability to build strong service culture and positive work environment for Team Members to thrive.
• Possess strong commercial acumen, with experience in increasing profitability.
• Experience in managing budgets, revenue proposals, and forecasting results.
• Exceptional relationship management skills and the ability to build and grow connections with stakeholders.
• Excellent knowledge of hotel operations as well as high level of corporate knowledge with regards to company goals is a definite asset.
• Must possess robust knowledge of local hotel laws, rules and regulations.
• Extremely creative and innovative.
• Strong managerial and administrative abilities; a task master with excellent organisational, technical, analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• A keen eye for details.
• Self-starter, efficient with time management, technical skills and goal-oriented.
• Highly interactive and a great team player.
• Excellent written and communication skills in english language.
• Candidates who can speak Vietnamese will be preferred.

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CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

FIJI

START DATE: ASAP

Our client, a leading Fijian hospitality group, is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to steward the financial strength, operational excellence, and long‑term growth of its multi‑property portfolio. As a strategic executive and key Board‑level leader, the CFO will serve as a trusted partner to the CEO and an influential member of the Executive Leadership Team, shaping decisions that drive the Group’s future.

This role oversees both corporate and operational Finance, ensuring financial discipline, consistency, and profitability across diverse hospitality operations. The CFO will balance day‑to‑day performance with long‑term investment, liquidity management, and sustainable growth, translating financial insight into decisive business action.

The successful candidate will lead and develop a high‑performing Finance team, strengthen governance, and support continued investment in the Group’s properties and guest experience. The position also carries responsibility as Director and Company Secretary on the owning company’s Boards, contributing to governance, compliance, and strategic oversight at the highest level.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct all corporate and operational Finance functions across the Group and its properties, including accounting, treasury, taxation and financial planning. 
• Deliver timely, accurate financial reporting and executive-level analysis to support informed Board and Executive decision-making. 
• Work in close strategic partnership with the Chief Executive Officer and collaboratively with the Executive Leadership Team to shape and deliver the Group’s strategy, objectives, operational plans and resource priorities, aligned with its Vision, Mission and Values and Board-approved direction. 
• Manage banking relationships, financing arrangements, insurance matters and financial risk mitigation strategies. 
• Manage annual taxation filings in Fiji and liaise with owning companies in Australia and the United Kingdom on relevant financial and taxation matters. 
• Lead the Finance team through a culture of trust, accountability, teamwork and empowerment, setting clear responsibilities and performance expectations and monitoring standards across the Group. 
• Develop Finance capability and succession through coaching, mentoring and targeted development, including initiatives delivered in conjunction with the Group Manager OD & Learning. 
• Mentor and support leaders across the business to strengthen financial and business acumen. 
• Lead recruitment for Finance leadership and management positions, maintaining awareness of relevant talent within the market and industry. 
• Provide visible and accessible leadership, remaining connected to Finance operations, monitoring workplace culture and addressing issues promptly and appropriately. 
• Ensure timely, accurate and effective communication across Finance and proactively collaborate across departments to resolve operational challenges.    
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline systems and processes, optimise software functionality and adopt best practice.

REQUIREMENTS:

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline. 
• Recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Extensive senior financial leadership experience within a complex, multi-site organisation. 
• Proven experience directing financial strategy, planning and performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, liquidity and capital planning. 
• Demonstrated experience operating at Board and Executive Leadership level and working in close strategic partnership with the Chief Executive Officer, providing financial insight and advice to support key business and investment decisions. 
• Strong experience across financial reporting, treasury, taxation, audit, risk management, internal controls and financial governance. 
• Proven accountability for profitability, cost management and financial discipline across multiple operations. 
• Demonstrated experience evaluating capital investment and major projects, including financial viability and return on investment. 
• Experience managing banking, financing, insurance and key external financial stakeholder relationships. 
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing Finance teams and influencing stakeholders across diverse locations. 
• Experience with integrated financial management systems and management reporting tools.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, financial acumen and sound business judgement. 
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire confidence and reinforce accountability. 
• Highly analytical, with the ability to interpret complex financial and business information and translate insight into action. 
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management capability, with the credibility to influence at Board and Executive level. 
• Resilient and decisive, with the ability to navigate complexity, risk and competing priorities. 
• A disciplined, performance-focused mindset with a strong commitment to results and long-term financial sustainability.

Desirable Criteria

• MBA, Master of Finance or other relevant postgraduate qualification. 
• Additional professional development or certification in corporate governance, risk management or strategic leadership.
• Senior financial leadership experience within hospitality, hotels, resorts or tourism, particularly within a multi-property environment. 
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of hospitality accounting and performance management. 
• Experience supporting significant renovation, expansion, business improvement or organisational growth.

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MARINE ENGINEER

MALDIVES (LIVE-IN)

START DATE: ASAP

Our client, a leading luxury resort group, is seeking an accomplished Marine Engineer to oversee and elevate the full spectrum of marine operations across their island properties. This pivotal role is responsible for planning, directing, and managing all marine maintenance activities to ensure the optimal performance, safety, and availability of the resort’s vessel fleet.

You will provide hands‑on leadership to Marine Mechanics and the wider marine team, ensuring guest‑facing and service areas remain in impeccable working order and appearance. The role also leads renovation, expansion, and special projects within the marine function, maintaining alignment with corporate policies, international standards, local regulations, and environmental requirements.

A key contributor to the resort group’s strategic planning, the Marine Engineer assists in preparing capital, operating, and utility budgets, and drives departmental performance to achieve financial and operational targets. You will manage marine service contracts, supervise contractors, and ensure all maintenance—preventive, corrective, and demand—is executed to the highest standards to support seamless, trouble‑free guest experiences.

If you are a seasoned marine professional with strong leadership capability, technical depth, and a passion for excellence in luxury hospitality environments, this is an opportunity to shape the marine backbone of a world‑class resort group.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts walk-through and visually assesses the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical aspects of the Marine operations and Vessels, public spaces, all mechanical, electrical and other related equipment.
• Maintain a Maintenance and Service record on all Boats and Sea Carrying Vessels.
• Ensures carrying out of weekly checks on all Boats/Yacht engines with Boat Captains & Guest Transport Managers.
• Schedule periodic machine overhauls and the servicing of all electrical, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, and sewage systems(on the vessel applicable)
• Oversee assignments and projects and verify completion of all preventive and corrective maintenance of all Sea Going Vessels.
• Maintains an adequate supply of spare parts for all boat engines.
• Train and support Marine Mechanics in correct Engineering practices with regards to Engine Repairs and rebuilding.
• Hires, trains, supervise and disciplines department staff and all other staff under responsible direction.
• Adheres to all Corporate required purchasing policies and controls, to include all outside contractor bids, budgets and schedules and analyze feedback from administration departments to maintain economical boat operations.
• Assist to assure the delivery of quality, cost effective maintenance services to resort guests and all operating and administrative departments.
• Assists to assure achievement of the financial objectives for the maintenance and Guest Transport Department.
• Proactively plan preventive maintenance by scheduling periodic machine overhauls and the servicing of all electrical, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, and sewage systems. Utilize the designated budgets accordingly to ensure all vessels are fully operational and maintained

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent knowledge of Sea going Vessels Engines, public construction and building systems; all related permits, licensing, new existing codes and classification or Vessels Operating Manuals for preventative maintenance and equipment and Navigation pertaining to Sea worthiness and fire safety.
• Degree in Mechanical, Marine and Electrical Engineering with electronics, Kinematics, Thermodynamics and Energy, or any other combination of education, training, or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and computer-based design programs in addition to associated tools for engineering
• Ability to work in an industrial setting which includes walking, climbing, bending, and wearing appropriate safety gear
• Ability to comprehend and analyze technical and complex documents and drawings
• Must be organized, be able to work under pressure and within time constraints when the situation occurs. Adequate management skills, in particular in working with different nationalities, are essential for a role at this senior level
• Five years’ experience in the marine engineering.
• In possession of a Fire and Safety, basic First Aid Certificate.
• Should have a Marine Class 1 Certificate of Competency
• Ability to remain informed on state-of-the-art developments affecting the safe and effective operation of the seagoing vessels, equipment and facilities.
• Ability to analyze all associated systems as to their design, intent, and effective performance.
• Ability to positively communicate and instruct employees, offering assistance in areas where they lack knowledge, skills and experience. Able to rephrase, or "translate" fairly technical information into terms in which a lay person may easily understand.

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MARINE RESEARCH CENTRE DIRECTOR

MALDIVES (LIVE IN, SINGLE ACCOMMODATION)

START DATE: ASAP

Our client is seeking an inspiring Marine Research Centre Director to spearhead scientific discovery, conservation initiatives, and community engagement at a state‑of‑the‑art marine research facility. This is a rare opportunity for a visionary leader to shape the future of ocean science while living and working in one of the world’s most extraordinary marine environments.

The ideal candidate will bring strong scientific expertise, proven leadership in marine research or conservation, and a passion for protecting fragile ecosystems. You’ll guide multidisciplinary teams, drive impactful research programs, build strategic partnerships, and ensure the centre becomes a global benchmark for marine stewardship and innovation.

If you’re motivated by purpose, excited by possibility, and ready to make a meaningful contribution to ocean conservation, this role offers an unparalleled platform to create lasting impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The role involves overseeing research and conservation programs focused on marine and terrestrial biodiversity, including manta and devil rays, sea turtles, coral reef ecosystems, island restoration, and bird research.
• The Director will lead scientific initiatives, cultivate and manage partnerships with external organizations and academic institutions, secure funding, and ensure that all activities are grounded in scientific best practices and guided by sustainability principles.
• An integral part of this role is creating and managing exceptional, educational guest experiences.
• The Director will work to seamlessly integrate the Research Center into the resort's guest experience, offering immersive and engaging opportunities for guests to learn about the region’s biodiversity and conservation efforts.
• By fostering a connection between research and resort visitors, the Director will help position the center as a key feature of the iResearchslands' experience, elevating guest engagement with environmental education and sustainability.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A postgraduate degree (MSc or PhD) with 6+ years’ experience in marine biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field (ideally, working in the Maldives).
• Experience in managing a research facility, ideally in a remote or island setting.
• Strong background in field research, data analysis, and scientific publication.
• Demonstrated academic leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to secure research funding and manage budgets.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with conservation education, outreach, and citizen science programmes.
• Familiarity with tropical marine and island ecosystems is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in fundraising (grant writing, philanthropic efforts, and government funding).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and academic institutions.
• A commitment to high performance, meeting targets, and the effective
• management.
• Strategic vision and ability to manage operations with a focus on the Centres
• immediate, medium term and long-term development.

• Minimum of PADI Divemaster diving qualification.

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