POSITION DESCRIPTION
Thailand Regional Manager
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department division |
South East Asia |
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Reports To |
Deputy CEO |
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location |
Bangkok, Thailand |
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Deadline of application |
July 16th, 2021 |
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Submit application to |
About HOST International
Established in December 2016, HOST International is a not for profit charity committed to working wisely, creatively and carefully to help create a better, safer future for displaced people and host communities around the world.
There are rapidly growing numbers of forcibly displaced people in the world and durable solutions such as resettlement and return are not sustainable. Most displaced people are therefore subject to long-term displacement in countries that are unwilling or unable to integrate them. HOST subsequently seeks to promote innovation and integrity in all aspects of our work whilst promoting diversity and cooperation among the people and communities that we work with.
Through strengths based and trauma informed approaches we bring displaced people and host communities together to create protection and inclusion.
Our Governing Principles
Creating and maintaining humanity, hope and dignity is at the core of our work with displaced people and host countries.
Our Values
Integrity - Integrity means honesty and transparency in everything we do. It commits us to measure the impact of our work
Respect - Respect is embedded in the principles of humanity and dignity. Respect drives our commitment to active engagement with displaced people and host communities.
Compassion - Compassion helps us to cut through political and cultural distractions to identify the people most in need of protection and support. It underpins our belief that life can be better for displaced people and host communities.
Innovation - Challenge assumptions and suggest different approaches, we embrace change and support others in taking risks and when creating new ideas and solutions
Diversity - We believe that diversity creates strength. We take a broad view of skills and experience and encourage the development of a workforce that is representative of the populations we support.
The Regional Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the regional strategies of HOST International in Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia and Vietnam.
This position will be based in Bangkok, Thailand and will lead HOST’s innovative operational and policy work related to community based protection including alternative to detention (ATD) and protection of children and other vulnerable migrants.
The role provides overall technical and strategic leadership ensuring high quality delivery of the different components, including supporting the supervision, development and training of staff, engagement and collaboration with key stakeholders, donors and beneficiaries.
Reporting to HOST’s Deputy CEO, this position will contribute to the identification of opportunities for funding and new projects that align with HOST’s mission whilst ensuring that practice remains consistent with HOST values, mission, standards and policies.
Strategic Leadership
The Regional Manager will represent HOST International in relevant internal and external forums, ensuring adequate visibility, and promotion of HOST programs. This will include positioning HOST as a regional leader in community based protection through capacity building and case management models.
Provide strategic leadership in advancing HOST’s work with the aim of preventing and reducing the impact of long term displacement and promoting humane and inclusive approaches to immigration policy and practice. This will involve working with local communities, engaging in constructive advocacy and building trusting and respectful relationships with governments, civil society and other key stakeholders.
Lead the design, implementation and business viability of HOST programs aimed at asylum seekers, refugee communities and local communities and will provide overall leadership to the HOST staff and volunteers based in Thailand and surrounding countries as needed.
Develop and implement regional strategies and workplans to deliver community based protection, in partnership with members and other stakeholders, and in line with the HOST’s Strategic Plan.
Provide guidance to the team and national stakeholders on the development and implementation of national-level best practice.
Engage in strategic advocacy with governments at national, regional and, where appropriate, global levels
Communicate regionally the outcomes of the work and connect with key stakeholders across South East Asia.
Technical Expertise
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of national, regional and global developments on detention and alternatives to detention
Provide technical advice to internal and external stakeholders, including governments and other national and regional stakeholders on the design and implementation of ATD and other protection initiatives
Contribute to development of policy, training and communications materials to support advocacy, in collaboration with partners and colleagues
Lead HOST’s commitment to evaluation and monitoring and evidence based practice.
Managing staff and projects
Design, deliver and source training and support to enable HOST local staff to remain competent and capable of implementing HOSTs operational and strategic objectives;
Create opportunities for experience sharing and learning with the team in order to strengthen cooperation and collaboration across diverse operational sites;
Develop and update work plans, recording key activities and outcomes
Lead the completion of donor monitoring reports for projects and contribute to organization-wide monitoring activities
Supervise staff, consultants or interns as needed
Contribute to client and community engagement activities that promote the work of HOST and seek regular feedback on services;
Contribute to the development of service planning, delivery, codesign with the communities we work with, monitoring and evaluation, to enable the HOST International team to deliver quality, best practice and innovative services within program timelines and KPIs;
Identify opportunities for donors and/or new protection interventions and support in assessments and developments of new project proposals; and
Contribute to internal and external reporting requirements, as identified by HOST Management.
Tertiary qualification in social work, social or political science, humanitarian aid/response, international development, law, psychology or other related field;
Demonstrated experience in strategic leadership, stakeholders engagement and in particular constructive engagement with high level government delegates;
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in within the humanitarian sector including community based protection and refugee, asylum seekers, immigrants and stateless person in Thailand or South East Asia;
In depth knowledge and understanding of key humanitarian principles and protection minimum standards;
Demonstrated experience working in a professional capacity with culturally and linguistically diverse and/or Refugee backgrounds;
Strong analytical and negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise, work to deadlines and manage complexity.
Experience in engaging in constructive advocacy with policy makers, whether at the national, regional or global level
Experience working collaboratively and effectively with other civil society networks and individuals, particularly communities impacted by immigration detention
Experience in organizing and leading multi-stakeholder workshops and meetings
Experience with fundraising strategies and donor relationship management
Ability to undertake travel in the region and internationally if required
Ability to work remotely, flexible hours and effectively in an international team
Effective communication skills in English (written and oral) is required. The ability to speak, write and communicate in official Thai language is essential.
Demonstrated skills and competence in use of Microsoft Office and online data systems.
Experience working in Myanmar, Cambodia or Vietnam;
Expertise in innovation and human centred design
In addition to the duties listed above, all HOST staff are expected to:
Respect and abide by HOST’s vision, mission and values, ensuring that their conduct is consistent with the HOST Code of Conduct and is fully compliant with the provisions of HOST policies and procedures;
Carry out general administrative functions related to their role and to the effective and efficient functioning of HOST including the timely and accurate management of case files, relevant databases, and all service delivery communications and data;
Participate in induction training relating to policy and procedures, workplace health and safety and HOST administrative systems;
Comply with all other reasonable and legal directions of the Senior Manager or relevant Executive as required;
Communicate concepts, information and arguments efficiently in personal and group contexts and across all organizational levels;
When representing HOST at internal and external events, ensure appropriate conduct and professional representation at all times;
Demonstrate high ethical standards and professionalism and visible support and promotion for corporate outcomes and corporate values;
Ensure all relevant information, including policies and procedures, are effectively communicated to staff;
Perform other duties commensurate with skills and experience as required;
Compliance with HOST International’s Social Media Policy.
Applicants must have the right to work in Thailand;
All applicants must undertake relevant National Police Check and suitably to work with children and vulnerable groups and not have any convictions including fraud, assault or serious theft. Any convictions should be declared up front and will be discussed confidentially upon receipt of the criminal record check;
To apply, please send a maximum 2 pages CV and a cover letter of no more than 4 A4 pages in English, explaining how you fulfil the requirements of the role.
This should be sent to email: with “Thailand Regional Manager” in the subject line, by 15 July 2021.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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Customer Orientation |
The ability to demonstrate diverse customer focused support and stakeholder engagement in all business-related activities, acting without prejudice and in a manner, that promotes inclusion. |
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Continuous Improvement |
The ability to demonstrate support for organisational change necessary to improve effectiveness and efficiency as well as proactively helping others to successfully navigate through organisational change. |
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Teamwork |
The ability to work collaboratively as part of a high performing team ensuring the effective and efficient operation of HOST in accordance with its values, strategic direction, industry best practice and contractual obligations. |
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Analytical Thinking |
The ability to clearly analyse a situation and seek out relevant information needed to address challenges using a logical, systematic and sequential approach. |
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Communication |
The ability to communicate appropriately and proficiently across varying audiences and contexts, with demonstrated experience in preparing high-level reports, correspondence and briefings. |
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Initiative |
The ability to identify or pre-empt what needs to be done and take appropriate action before being asked or before the situation requires it. |
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Safety & Wellbeing |
The ability to contribute positively to, and take responsibility for one’s safety & wellbeing and the safety & wellbeing of those around to ensure a climate of safety, support, resilience and balance. |
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Leadership Competencies |
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Leadership |
The ability to demonstrate effective leadership through promoting and supporting the organisations mission, vision and values with a high level of emotional intelligence. |
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Sound Business Judgment |
The ability to demonstrate and apply high level, strategic problem-solving skills. |
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Coaching & Mentorship |
The ability to support and enable the team to grow and succeed through regular feedback, education and encouragement. |
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Building Safety & Wellbeing |
The ability to model and promote behaviours and attributes that foster a climate of safety & wellbeing, taking responsibility for the safety & wellbeing of the people and teams, including encouraging the exchange of ideas and the active and early resolution of conflict and injury. |
The above core competency framework applies to all staff working at HOST. Every HOST leader has leadership specific competencies that reinforces the fact that team climate and leadership styles are an important part of facilitating a constructive organisational culture here at HOST.
The competencies provide a common language, across HOST, for discussing the Way We Work, not just what we do. It clarifies the behaviours and attributes required of all staff working at HOST. Core Competencies are a critical part of HOST’s Organisational Culture and set the minimum expected standard of behaviour for everyone at HOST.
All staff are required to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of other personnel who may be affected by their conduct.
WHS responsibilities are applicable to positions as outlined in the HOST WHS policy.
These include general staff responsibilities as well as additional responsibilities that apply for Managers, Supervisors and other Personnel.
Staff are expected to carry out any duties, within the scope of their ability, that are necessary to fulfil the position objectives. This position description may change over time due to the nature of HOST activities and a flexible attitude to change is expected of all staff. Any such changes will be discussed with staff as soon as practicable.
Contact : hr@hostinternational.org.au
