GENERAL MANAGER - MASINGA DAM RESORT 2011

Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA) wishes to recruit a General Manager at the

Masinga Dam Resort which is adjacent to the Masinga Reservoir in Masinga District approximately

160km from Nairobi.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Chief Manager Project Management and Operations the Candidate will be responsible

for the following functions:-

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Planning and organizing accommodation, catering and other Resort services;

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Promoting and marketing the business;

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Managing budgets and financial plans as well as controlling expenditure;

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Maintaining statistical and financial records;

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Setting and achieving sales and profit targets;

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Analyzing sales figures and devising marketing and revenue management strategies;

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Recruiting, training and monitoring staff;

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Planning work schedules for individuals and teams;

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Qualifications and Skills

Ensuring compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations.

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A Bachelors degree in Hotel Management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.

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5 years working experience in a similar industry.

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Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.

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Computer Literate and proven interpersonal and organizational skills.

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Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment.

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Creative and should be able to take initiative.

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If you meet the above requirements, please submit your application, a detailed CV and copies of your

testimonials with names of three referees and day time contacts to the undersigned not later than 28th

June, 2011.

TARDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.Should be ready to work additional hours at crucial times.