ThaiNGO

BACKGROUND

Baan Dek Foundation (BDF) is a non-profit, non-political and non-religious organization based in Bangkok and Chiang Mai. BDF's core mission is to provide access to education, health, and social services to the most vulnerable children living in urban slums and construction site camps in Thailand. 

Over the last 10 years of grassroots work originating in Chiang Mai, Baan Dek Foundation established key partnerships with construction companies and real estate developers to build sustainable impact in construction site camps and improve the lives and access to basic services of construction workers and their children. 

In 2018, BDF and UNICEF Thailand, developed a Framework for Action,  a set of 12 actionable recommendations for construction companies, published in the Building Futures in Thailand.  

Following the publication of this framework for action, BDF developed and piloted with pioneer construction companies practical tools for construction companies to operationalise and ease the integration of the framework for action into companies business activities. Through the recent launch of the Building Social Impact initiative, BDF would like to scale up and reach a wide adoption of this framework and tools in the construction sector. https://www.buildingsocialimpact.org/eng 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Join a dynamic and passionate team committed to innovation, and big social impact. Baan dek Foundation team and ecosystem is multicultural, respectful, and proactive. BDF is committed to a positive working environment, in which everyone is treated with dignity, and respect.

POSITION SUMMARY

Baan Dek Foundation is currently looking for a professional and dedicated locally-based  (BKK) Head of Corporate Relations who will commit to contribute to BDF’s overall mission and provide specialized support for children and their families who reside in construction site camps. The position will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Systemic impact. The Head of Corporate Relations will play an essential role in the success of the BSI Initiative, convincing and engaging the companies of the Property and Construction.

Job Description:

Job Title:                     Head of Corporate Relations

Type of Contract:       Full-time employment position for 1-year (with possibility of extension)

Department:               Systemic Impact Department

Location:                     Bangkok, Thailand 

Expected Start Date: ASAP

Role and responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Supporting BDF’s Systemic Impact Strategy implementation, towards the adoption of the BSI Framework in the construction sector

• Developing and manage working relationships with senior management of companies in the real estate and construction sector

• Representing the organization at various events with government and corporate representatives to advocate for better standards in the construction sector and promote the BSI Initiative for both public and private uptake 

• Supporting data analysis and remaining up-to-date with current affairs and construction Industry sector trends to discuss these points at high-level and strategic meetings

• Navigating through multilevel networks to implement, develop and strengthen BDF’s stakeholder strategy plan

• Supporting team work on the implementation of training services for companies 

• Contribute to capacity building of BDF team related to strategy (e.g. focus groups or workshops, training, knowledge management, etc.)

• Supporting network development through government stakeholders, the construction sector and public services related to healthcare, education and child protection

• Contributing to developing the communications strategy

• Contributing to donor relations, programmatic reporting, and supporting fundraising proposals. 

Partnerships

• Leading on outreach, engagement and management of working partnerships with property developers and construction companies

• Maintaining relationships with the construction sector, including activities such as presentations, regular reports and discussions with companies in piloting or interested in piloting the BSI Framework for Action, manage working groups with companies, BDF staff, external advisors/ supporters in developing tools or systems for scale

Qualifications

Nationality:  Thai nationality 

Language requirements:  Excellent command of written and spoken English & Thai. 

Education/ Experience:  

• Experience in developing, implementing communication and advocacy strategies

• Experience working with the private sector and/or the NGO sector with clear demonstrated experience in private sector engagement  

• Any specific experience in the construction sector is considered an asset 

• Knowledge of social sustainability and responsible business conduct is required

• Graduate qualifications Business management, public relations,  project management,  or in a related discipline – social and community development, social work, social sciences, law or a similar discipline

• Strong interest and understanding of human/ child rights based approach and social development

• Experience of collaboration with the public sector

• Experience with non-profit organizations or in the humanitarian sector is an asset

 Other skills and competencies:

• Demonstrated management and coordination skills, including the ability to plan and meet deadlines

• Demonstrate strong management skills with the ability to gain credibility with Senior Executives while challenging the status quo

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate, including experience in a cross-cultural environment and an international setting

• Team work

• Stakeholder engagement skills and ability to collaborate effectively, including in cross-cultural or multicultural environments

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Project management skills are  considered as an asset

Working hours: Full time - Monday to Friday with occasional weekend and evenings

Salary & Compensation: Starting at 80,000 THB (To be defined based on experience and qualifications)

How to Apply: ( Important ) 

If you are interested in applying for the Head of Corporate Relations, please send all applications in English a CV (Resume), the names and contact details of two references, and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and relevant expertise to  recruit@baandekfoundation.org. In the subject line of the email, please write - “Apply for Head of Corporate relations + Your name“

*** Important: Only a complete application (Resume + cover letter specific to motivation and relevance for this position ) will be considered. *** Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview in English. 

Equal opportunity: Baan Dek Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. The organization shall not resume discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in advertisements for employment, recruitment and other conditions of employment, preventing discrimination against any job applicant or employee on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. 

Child Safeguarding: To comply with BDF’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, the selected candidate will be requested a copy of his/her criminal record(or clearance certificate)  and 2 professional references contact Adhering to BDF’s policies means to comply with our Child Protection and Safeguarding, PSEA Policy, Anti-Corruption Policy. 

Closing date for applications:  30th of  September  2022 

Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will remain posted until a qualified candidate is selected. 

More details on Baan Dek Foundation’s projects is available at www.baandekfoundation.org.

Closing Date               :      19 April 2026 (11:59 PM, Bangkok Time)