Vacancy title:
General Manager

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Hospitality, and Tourism, Category: Management, Business Operations, Restaurant & Hospitality, Entertainment & Travel]

Jobs at:
Pearl of Africa Hotel

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, February 4 2026

Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, January 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Role Overview

The General Manager provides overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight of the hotel, ensuring world-class guest experience, financial sustainability, and brand excellence in line with international 5-star standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all hotel operations and strategic initiatives


• Ensure exceptional guest satisfaction and service quality


• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, and profitability


• Lead, mentor, and evaluate the executive management team


• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and brand standards


• Represent the hotel to owners, government authorities, and key partners

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred


• Minimum 8 years' senior hotel management experience, with at least 5 years at executive level in a luxury hotel

Important Notes

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Pearl of Africa Hotel is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any recruitment fees

All information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 96

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure:
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Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications electronically.

Applicants Must Submit the Following:

• A detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining relevant professional experience and achievements


• A formal application letter clearly stating the position applied for and summarizing suitability for the role


• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications


• At least two (2) professional referees, including current or most recent employer, with valid contact details


• A copy of a valid National ID or Passport (for identification purposes)

Submission 

All applications should be sent

Subject Line Format:

Position Applied For – Full Name

(Example: Events & Public Relations Manager – Okurut Samuel)

Application Deadline

All applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday, 4th February 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.