General Manager

4 days ago

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa JVR Software Remote Full-time R 781,000 - R 893,000 Contract

Employer African Echoes Recruitment Location Limpopo Job type Other Management Salary 70000 Posted 3 Nov 2026

REQUIREMENTS

  • 10–15 years’ senior experience in commercial, sales, revenue or general management within luxury safari, lodge or high-end hospitality
  • Proven results growing occupancy, revenue and market share
  • Established network of tour operators, DMCs and travel agents, locally and internationally
  • Strong trade sales, business development and relationship management experience
  • Experience representing properties at tourism trade fairs
  • Excellent knowledge of sales strategy, revenue management, pricing and distribution
  • Marketing experience across digital, social media, PR and trade platforms
  • Strong financial, negotiation and commercial skills
  • Confident in prospecting, cold-calling and converting leads into bookings
  • Proven leadership ability and excellent communication skills
  • Fluent in English; additional languages advantageous
  • Willingness to travel locally and internationally and live in a remote bush environment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Take accountability for occupancy and revenue targets
  • Develop and implement annual sales and commercial strategies
  • Proactively secure business from tour operators, DMCs and travel agents
  • Build and maintain local and international trade relationships
  • Represent the property at tourism trade fairs and industry events
  • Negotiate trade contracts, rates and commercial agreements
  • Identify new markets, partnerships and revenue opportunities
  • Drive direct bookings and manage distribution channels
  • Oversee brand positioning, marketing, PR, website and social media
  • Develop packages and experiences to grow low-season and midweek occupancy
  • Monitor booking trends, forecasts, conversion and revenue performance
  • Manage commercial budgets and report on results
  • Work with operational managers to maintain guest experience and service standards
  • Lead and support the existing management team

PACKAGE

  • Salary: R70,000 – R80,000 per month
  • Performance bonus linked to occupancy and revenue
  • Accommodation provided

LOCATION

Limpopo