Sanctuary Manager

Human Capital Business Solutions Ltd is a Boutique HR Advisory Firm that specializes in strategic HR Consulting, Talent Acquisition & Development, Risk Management and Business Process Outsourced Services with our Headquarters based in Uganda and Country Office in Tanzania.

On behalf of Akampamani Sanctuary, we are looking for a competent and experienced Sanctuary Manager

Duty Station: Bukooma, Luuka District

Start of work: 1^st June 2026

About Akampamani Sanctuary

Akampamani Sanctuary is a peaceful, culturally grounded hospitality destination designed as a place to slow down, rest, and reconnect. Set in the heart of Busoga, it offers guests a quiet base from which to explore the region’s cultural richness—villages, landscapes, and heritage sites all within one hour.

The sanctuary is intentionally small and human-scaled, with a limited number of cottages that ensure privacy, stillness, and personal hosting. Guests are welcomed as respectful visitors, engaging in meaningful cultural experiences guided by local communities.

Job Summary: The Sanctuary Manager is the custodian of Akampamani’s experience and ethos.

They are responsible for preparing, launching, and running the sanctuary in a way that protects its core promise: peace, dignity, and meaningful cultural connection.

This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring equal attention to People (guests, staff, community partners), Place (environment, facilities, atmosphere), Purpose (Tusangaire mission and cultural integrity).

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Pre-Opening Leadership (June – July 2026)

• Lead all preparations for August 2026 soft launch
• Recruit and train a small, values-aligned team
• Develop and implement simple, effective SOPs
• Set up systems for:
  1. Guest hosting and reservations
  1. Daily operations and reporting
  • Procurement and inventory
• Conduct trial runs to ensure readiness

Stewardship of Guest Experience

• Personally oversee guest arrival, stay, and departure experience
• Ensure the sanctuary remains:
  • Quiet
  • Clean
  • Safe
  • Restful
• Handle guest needs and concerns with care and discretion
• Protect the sanctuary from noise, overcrowding, or misuse
  
  Cultural Experience Integration
• Build and maintain relationships with:
  • Local guides
  • Families and cultural custodians
  • Community partners
• Coordinate cultural experiences that are:
  • Respectful
  • Authentic
  • Well-organized
• Ensure fair and timely benefit sharing with communities
  
  Team Leadership & Culture
• Recruit and mentor staff from local communities where possible
• Train staff in:
  • Hospitality and hosting
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Professional conduct
• Foster a calm, respectful, and accountable team culture
  
  Financial & Operational Management
• Manage day-to-day operational costs
• Maintain basic financial records and reporting
• Ensure efficient use of resources without compromising quality
  
  Growth & Continuity
• Support the gradual expansion from 5 to 15 cottages
• Maintain quality and atmosphere as the sanctuary grows
• Provide insights to ownership on improvements and strategy

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in hospitality, lodge, or guesthouse management
• Experience in small-scale or boutique settings preferred
• Strong leadership and organizational ability

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate:

• Is calm, grounded, and emotionally intelligent
• Takes pride in hosting and caring for others
• Respects culture and community deeply
• Is hands-on and not above any task
• Is comfortable with simplicity (not reliant on large systems)
• Values quality over volume

Code of Conduct

The Sanctuary Manager shall:

• Uphold the sanctuary’s peaceful and respectful character
• Protect community dignity and cultural integrity
• Act with honesty, humility, and professionalism

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Successful and smooth soft launch (August 2026)
• Consistently positive guest feedback
• Preservation of a peaceful environment
• Strong, respectful community partnerships
• Effective cost management
• Stable and motivated staff team

HOW TO APPLY

• Candidates who meet the criteria outlined above should submit their applications, resume and academic documents in pdf format with “HCBSU-SM-SANCTUARY MANAGER” as the Email subject via recruitment@hcbsltd.com

Note:

• The deadline for applications is not later than 05:00 pm, Thursday 30^th April 2026
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.