kendrickrecruitment

Senior Game Farm Manager

kendrickrecruitment

Cradock, Eastern Cape, South AfricaFull timePosted Aug 4, 2026

Job description

Senior Game Farm Manager – Luxury Game Reserve – Cradock, Eastern Cape Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Senior Game Farm Manager for a luxury game reserve based in Cradock, Eastern Cape. This is a senior, live-in management role overseeing an approximately 10,000-hectare game farm. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full day-to-day management of the reserve, including wildlife and farm operations, hunting activities, client acquisition and the ongoing development of the business.

This role requires a commercially minded leader who is confident engaging with international clients and representing the reserve at the highest level.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the daily management of the game farm and all operational activities
  • Lead wildlife management initiatives, including population control and conservation practices
  • Manage and coordinate hunting operations
  • Develop and maintain relationships with international clients and hunting partners
  • Drive new business opportunities and client acquisition, particularly within Europe and the USA
  • Oversee farm infrastructure, staff management and overall operational efficiency
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards Minimum Requirements:
  • Proven experience managing a game farm or wildlife ranch
  • Strong background in game farm and wildlife management
  • Experience in farming and broader operational management
  • Professional hunting experience preferred
  • Established network within the international hunting community
  • Commercially astute with an entrepreneurial mindset
  • Ability to work independently and represent the business professionally
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience dealing with international guests and stakeholders Salary: Negotiable DOE Accommodation: Live-in Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their CV to apply for the role.