Wilfred James Shirima
Hotelier
Zanzibar
Summary
To lead a dynamic team in achieving high hospitality standards, delivering company objectives, and personal and professional growth.
Visionary leadership Professional hotelier Operations management Financial management Over 20 years of experience in the hotel industry Expertise in team leadership and building a positive team culture Successfully turned around businesses from loss to profit Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of hotel operations
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
General Manager
Zanzibar Serena Hotel / TPSZ
1 2018 - Current
Relief Manager
Serena Hotels – Tanzania
01.2016 - 01.2018
General Manager
Lake Victoria Serena Gold Resort & Spa
01.2010 - 01.2015
Lodge Manager
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
01.2006 - 01.2010
Lodge Manager
Serengeti Serena Lodge
01.2002 - 01.2006
Education
Professional Diploma in Hotel Management -
Kenya Utalii College
01.1995 - 04.1999
Advanced Diploma in Sales and Marketing Management - undefined
IABE
01.2006 - 04.2008
Certificate in The New Labour Laws - undefined
Tanzania Industrial Relations Association
01.2005 - 04.2006
Certificate in Train the Trainers Course - undefined
Training Solutions
01.2004 - undefined
Certificate in Finance for Non-Finance Managers - undefined
KPMG
01.2002 - undefined
Leadership Certificate - undefined
Outward Bound Trust
01.1998 - undefined
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education 'A' level -
Namasagali College Uganda
01.1991 - 04.1993
Skills
Fluent in English and Kiswahili
Strong communication and computer skills
Extensive experience in running profitable international hotels
Expertise in Food and Beverage Operations and Management
In-depth knowledge of Rooms Division Operations and Management
Extensive knowledge of the hospitality and tourism industry
Strong leadership and team management skills
Maritalstatus
Married
Otherexperiences
- Tourism Commissioner, Zanzibar, 2023, 2026
- CEO, Hotel Association Zanzibar, 2021, Present
- Chairman, The Annual Food Festival, Kenya Utalii College, 1998
- Chairman, Swiss Sponsored Students, Kenya Utalii College, 1997, 1998
- Chairman, Tanzania Students Community, Kenya Utalii College, 1997
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/12/70
- Nationality: Tanzanian
Languages
Kiswahili
English
References
- Charles Philip Shirima, Public Relations Manager, Capital Markets Authority, Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, cshirima@yahoo.com, +255 754 288 500
- John Mwamakulah, Human Resources Manager, Serena Hotels - Tanzania, Arusha, Tanzania, jmwamakulah@serena.co.tz, +255 786 999005
- Graham Leslie, Chairman, Zamani Heritage, Zanzibar, Tanzania, graham@zamaniheritage.com, +255 778 169 100
Timeline
Relief Manager
Serena Hotels – Tanzania
01.2016 - 01.2018
General Manager
Lake Victoria Serena Gold Resort & Spa
01.2010 - 01.2015
Lodge Manager
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
01.2006 - 01.2010
Advanced Diploma in Sales and Marketing Management - undefined
IABE
01.2006 - 04.2008
Certificate in The New Labour Laws - undefined
Tanzania Industrial Relations Association
01.2005 - 04.2006
Certificate in Train the Trainers Course - undefined
Training Solutions
01.2004 - undefined
Lodge Manager
Serengeti Serena Lodge
01.2002 - 01.2006
Certificate in Finance for Non-Finance Managers - undefined
KPMG
01.2002 - undefined
Leadership Certificate - undefined
Outward Bound Trust
01.1998 - undefined
Professional Diploma in Hotel Management -
Kenya Utalii College
01.1995 - 04.1999
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education 'A' level -
Namasagali College Uganda
01.1991 - 04.1993
General Manager
Zanzibar Serena Hotel / TPSZ
1 2018 - Current