The Sports & Recreation Manager plans and oversees resort activities, recreational facilities, sports programs, and guest experiences. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in hospitality, recreation, sports management, or a related field, together with several years of supervisory experience in a hotel, resort, or leisure environment. Candidates should be confident leading a team, organizing activities for different age groups, managing equipment and safety procedures, and handling guest concerns professionally. Strong communication, event coordination, budgeting, and English skills are expected. Experience with water sports, fitness activities, children’s programs, or international luxury resorts would be advantageous. The role also requires flexibility, energy, creativity, and a hands-on approach, including weekends and public holidays.
Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its properties are known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, premium dining, wellness facilities, and family-friendly guest experiences. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates well-known resorts and hotels, including properties in Boracay, Cebu, and Manila. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with structured training, brand standards, and opportunities to build careers within the wider group. A Sports & Recreation Manager would support the resort’s leisure offering by creating engaging activities, maintaining safe and attractive facilities, and ensuring that guests receive memorable, personalized experiences consistent with Shangri-La’s luxury positioning.
The Philippines offers resort and tourism opportunities across Boracay, Cebu, Palawan, Bohol, Siargao, and many smaller islands. Jobs are available in hotels, restaurants, diving, water sports, wellness, events, and guest services, with stronger hiring during peak travel periods. Island life is generally relaxed and sociable, with beaches, outdoor activities, local festivals, and welcoming communities. Costs vary: Boracay and major resort areas can be relatively expensive, while smaller islands may be more affordable but have fewer services. English is widely used in tourism workplaces. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate visa; requirements can change, so confirmation with the employer and the Philippine Bureau of Immigration is important. Relocating staff should arrange accommodation, health insurance, banking access, transport, and emergency contacts before arrival. Weather, ferry schedules, internet reliability, and access to medical facilities should also be considered when choosing an island posting.
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