Job title: Safari Operations Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Skills: Safari East Africa DMC
Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Job published: 17/03/2025
Job ID: 32574
Contact email: info@llrecruit.com

Job Description

 

 

SAFARI OPERATIONS MANAGER

 

 

ARUSHA, TANZANIA

 

 

START DATE: ASAP

 

 

Are you passionate about wildlife and adventure? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges? Look no further! We’re seeking a Safari Operations Manager to lead our client’s team in Arusha. As Safari Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the efficient and effective management of safari operations in North and South Tanzania, ensuring seamless experiences for clients while maintaining high standards of service and safety.

 

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

 

  • Passionate about East Africa and particularly Tourism in East Africa. 
  • 10+ years of experience in the East African safari industry.
  • 10+ years of experience working in a DMC environment and running a highly pressurized safari operations operation.
  • An excellent understanding of the intricate details of running a very busy operations team.
  • A guest service mindset that goes above and beyond the normal.
  • Very good inter-personal and relationship-building skills.
  • The ability to lead and grow a team with required management experience.
  • You must be able to work well under pressure and be willing to jump in and help on the ground where need be.
  • System savvy 
  • Quick thinker and you must be solutions orientated.
  • Cost conscious and always looking for ways to cut costs without impacting the guest experience. 
  • Forward thinker, adaptable, and interested in improving both self, the team, and the company in general.
  • Contributing to making a real positive impact on the communities and wildlife in East Africa.
  • Team player.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English

 

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