General Manager – Real Estate Development

Job Opportunity: General Manager – Real Estate Development

Location: (onsite) Kampala, Uganda

Reports To: CEO / Board of Directors

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: USD 3,000 per month + USD 300 monthly maintenance allowance

About The Role

We are seeking a General Manager to oversee Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Project Delivery for a fast-growing real estate development company in Uganda that specializes in affordable condominiums for middle- and low-income families.This is a strategic leadership role ideal for someone who can drive end-to-end project execution — from land acquisition to customer handover — while ensuring quality, affordability, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Business Growth
• Define and execute long-term business strategies and project pipeline development.
• Identify and acquire land, conduct feasibility studies, and secure regulatory approvals.
• Build partnerships with investors, government bodies, and development agencies.
• Project Management & Construction Oversight
• Manage project planning, design, procurement, and construction workflows.
• Ensure all projects are completed within time, budget, and quality parameters.
• Implement project management systems and compliance frameworks.
• Sales & Marketing Leadership
• Lead sales and marketing initiatives to increase visibility and revenue.
• Develop pricing strategies, flexible payment plans, and mortgage partnerships.
• Oversee promotional activities, market research, and customer engagement.
• Customer Experience & After-Sales
• Implement CRM systems for client management, documentation, and collections.
• Oversee title registration, homeowners’ associations, and after-sales service.
• Drive customer satisfaction programs (target NPS ≥ 85%).
• Financial & Performance Management
• Oversee company P&L, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage DSCR compliance and banking/funding relationships.
• Present business performance reports to the CEO and Board.
• Compliance & Governance
• Ensure adherence to Uganda’s housing and real estate regulatory framework.
• Lead risk management, due diligence, and safety initiatives.
• People & Organizational Leadership
• Lead cross-functional teams across Projects, Sales, Finance, CRM, and Procurement.
• Build a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct training programs to strengthen internal capabilities.
• Sustainability & ESG Focus
• Promote eco-friendly design and green building practices (solar, rainwater harvesting, energy efficiency).
• Align development practices with UN SDG 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Project delivery within time and budget
• Sales absorption and collection efficiency
• Gross margin per project and DSCR compliance
• Title registration rate and customer satisfaction
• Sustainability metrics (energy/water efficiency, mortgage uptake)
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Construction, or related field (MBA preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in real estate or affordable housing (with 5+ years in leadership)
• Proven expertise in financial management, operations, and Ugandan real estate laws
• Strong track record in end-to-end condominium or housing project delivery
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Visionary and result-oriented leader
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Passionate about social impact and housing accessibility
• Adaptable to dynamic, growth-oriented international environments
  
  

Why This Role

• Leadership Opportunity: Drive affordable housing transformation in a growing African market.
• Impact & Purpose: Help make home ownership accessible to middle-income families.
• Growth Potential: Lead expansion projects across Uganda’s capital region.
• Dynamic Culture: Performance-driven environment with a focus on innovation and community building.
  
  

Skills: compliance,project,management,real estate,crm,housing,leadership,sales,construction