General Manager

A flagship luxury apartment Hotel is opening in a prime area of Abuja, and intends to operate as short stay accommodation for corporate tenants staying longer than a week at a time. To realize the vision of ranking amongst the best-known global boutique hospitality brands, the hotel requires seasoned, professional and highly motivated hotel staff to fill the vacant position below:

Job Position: General Manager
Job Location: Abuja

Job Description

• The General Manager, reporting to the MD, is required to have a strong handle on hotel operations, and independently oversee the entire operations of the business
• These include financial management and reporting; procurement and purchasing for the rooms as well as F&B components; maintenance and facilities management; IT and systems integrity; and management of all vendors providing services to the hotel
• The GM is also expected to manage the branding and positioning of the group including sales and marketing functions; managing of booking channels; overseeing public relations; and generating and managing key accounts; as well as any other functions and actMties that contribute to the development and growth of the hotel brand beyond the flagship development.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a hospitalily or related field;
• At least 10 years experience in the hospitality industry, with significant luxury and international experience, (5 years as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and vast knowledge of the hospitality landscape in Nigeria and Africa, as well as strong networks with potentially key accounts in the region
• Advanced Degree (Master's in Hospitality, MBA or equivalent and Proficiency in IT skills wouId be an advantage.

Note

• Applications without a subject title will NOT be processed.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for selection tests and interviews.