• Oversee the daily operations of the camp, ensuring smooth running of all departments.
• Deliver excellent guest experiences through personalized hosting, client relations, and activity facilitation.
• Lead, motivate, and manage staff to maintain high standards of service, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Manage financial processes including budgets, petty cash, stock control, and monthly reporting.
• Ensure health, safety, and security of guests, staff, property, and equipment at all times.
• Oversee repairs, maintenance, hygiene, and overall upkeep of the camp facilities.
• Foster positive relationships with local communities, conservancies, and external stakeholders.
• Implement training, staff development, and adherence to company procedures, policies, and sustainability standards.

Key Qualifications

• • Proven experience in camp, lodge, or hospitality management.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and people management skills.
  • Excellent guest relations, hosting, and communication abilities.
  • Financial management skills, including budgeting and reporting.
  • Knowledge of health, safety, and risk management procedures.
  • Hands-on approach to operations, problem-solving, and service delivery.
  • Ability to work in remote environments with flexibility and resilience.
  • Commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and company values.

Our client, an upmarket Safari company, is looking for a Camp Manager for their luxury tented camp in Laikipia.

The successful candidate will be responsible for efficiently manage the camp and team in order to deliver excellent customer service and create a warm and friendly atmosphere for all our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the camp, ensuring smooth running of all departments.
• Deliver excellent guest experiences through personalized hosting, client relations, and activity facilitation.
• Lead, motivate, and manage staff to maintain high standards of service, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Manage financial processes including budgets, petty cash, stock control, and monthly reporting.
• Ensure health, safety, and security of guests, staff, property, and equipment at all times.
• Oversee repairs, maintenance, hygiene, and overall upkeep of the camp facilities.
• Foster positive relationships with local communities, conservancies, and external stakeholders.
• Implement training, staff development, and adherence to company procedures, policies, and sustainability standards.

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience in camp, lodge, or hospitality management.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and people management skills.
• Excellent guest relations, hosting, and communication abilities.
• Financial management skills, including budgeting and reporting.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and risk management procedures.
• Hands-on approach to operations, problem-solving, and service delivery.
• Ability to work in remote environments with flexibility and resilience.
• Commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and company values.

Summit Recruitment and Search Africa is a leading Recruitment and Executive Search agency headquartered in Kenya providing outstanding talent to a wide range of companies and NGOs in various business sectors across Africa.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately, high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience.

Summit Recruitment and search Africa upholds a steadfast commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and equality as integral pillars of our operations. Dedicated to driving positive change through the adoption of sustainable practices that minimize our ecological footprint. We firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that embraces individuals from all races, genders, and backgrounds, ensuring equal opportunities for every candidate. Summit recruitment actively advocate for equality by cultivating an environment of respect, fairness, and non-discrimination. By prioritizing sustainability, inclusivity, and equality, we aim to set a high industry standard and contribute to the betterment of society as a whole.

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Salary: Monthly gross salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Location: Laikipia, Kenya
Career Level: Management Level
Job Type: Full-Time
Deadline for applications: 26/10/2025