Lodge Management Jobs at Wilderness Collection – Serengeti & Ngorongoro – February 2026

Wilderness Collection

Join Our Portfolio of Luxury Tented Camps in the Heart of the Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Wilderness Collection is seeking passionate, dedicated, and professional individuals to join our team at our premier luxury tented camps located within the iconic Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

If you are eager to work in a unique natural environment and be part of a vibrant hospitality team delivering exceptional guest experiences, we invite you to apply for the position below.

Available Position

Lodge Management

(Camp Managers & Assistant Camp Managers)

Key Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of a luxury tented camp (8–20 rooms/tents).
• Manage, train, and motivate a team of 30–80 Tanzanian staff, including housekeeping, kitchen, front office, guides, maintenance, and anti-poaching scouts.
• Ensure the highest standards of guest experience, safety, and hospitality, in compliance with regulations set by the Tanzania Tourist Board (TTB) and relevant authorities (TANAPA, TAWA, NCCAA).
• Control operational costs, manage budgets, stock levels, purchasing (local and imported), and prepare monthly financial reports.
• Oversee maintenance of camp facilities, vehicles, boats, generators, and solar systems, ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards.
• Liaise with TAWA, TANAPA, NCCAA, and local communities on conservation and community-related matters.
• Host guests when required, including handling VIP arrivals and special requests.

Requirements – Education, Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Wildlife Management, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognised Tanzanian institution (e.g. University of Dar es Salaam, CAWM–Mweka, VETA, National College of Tourism, ARU Moshi).
• Minimum 5–8 years of progressive experience in safari lodges or luxury tented camps in Tanzania.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a Camp Manager or Assistant/Deputy Camp Manager role within Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Ruaha, Katavi, or Nyerere (Selous).
• Valid Tanzania Tourist Board (TTB) Tourist Agent/Guide Licence (added advantage).
• Proven financial management and budgeting skills (experience with QuickBooks, Sage, or similar systems).
• Strong leadership and staff training capabilities, with experience managing large Tanzanian teams.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili; conversational German, French, or Italian is highly advantageous.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office and reservation systems such as ResRequest, Cloudbeds, Safari Desk, or Camps & Lodges.
• Valid Tanzanian driving licence with defensive and off-road driving experience.
• Sound knowledge of Tanzanian labour laws.
• First Aid certification and knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures in remote environments.

Location

• Serengeti & Ngorongoro, Tanzania

How to Apply

If you have a passion for luxury hospitality, leadership, and adventure, we would love to hear from you.

📧 Please send your updated CV, cover letter, and relevant certifications to:
careers@thewildernesscollection.com

🗓 Application Deadline: 28 February 2026