WORKING ENVIRONMENT : 

Join a dynamic and passionate team committed to innovation, and big social impact. Baan Dek Foundation (BDF) 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. 

BACKGROUND:

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

Over the last 10 years, through grassroots work originating in Chiang Mai, Baan Dek Foundation has established key partnerships with construction companies and real estate developers to create sustainable impact in construction site camps, improving the lives and access to basic services of construction workers and their children. Through the Building Social Impact Initiative (BSI) BDF seeks to improve the practices of construction companies toward workers and their children living in camps. To that end, BDF proposes to companies that are members of the BSI Initiative a Framework for action, practical tools, and training. Companies following our training path improve the conditions of workers and their families while simultaneously enhancing their social sustainability, aligning with national and international standards and main sustainability frameworks.

POSITION SUMMARY

Baan Dek Foundation is currently looking for a The Company Engagement Officer will be responsible for building and maintaining strong partnerships with private sector actors, including construction companies, property developers, SET, Professional Association and Institute to join and actively engage with the BSI Framework. The position plays a critical role in driving systemic change in Thailand’s construction sector by promoting social compliance, strengthening supply chain practices, and aligning private sector collaboration with BSI’s strategic goals.

Job Description:

Job Title: Company Engagement Officer

Type of Contract: Full-time employment 

Department: Systemic Impact

Location: Bangkok (with occasional travel to project sites, e.g., construction camps and partner offices)

Expected Start Date: February  2026

The main responsibilities of the Employee and will include, but are not restricted to the following:

1. Private Sector Engagement & Membership Development

• Identify and engage new private sector partners, particularly property developers (e.g., Propcorn group) and other sectors such as Banks, Associations, to join the BSI membership program.

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing BSI member companies, ensuring their continued engagement and recognition within the program.

• Develop tailored engagement strategies that demonstrate the value of BSI membership and social impact contribution.
  
  

2. Social Compliance & Supply Chain Development

• Support the design and roll-out of BSI’s social compliance framework and tools for contractors and subcontractors.

• Coordinate training programs, capacity-building workshops, and advisory services to strengthen companies’ capacity to implement social standards in construction supply chains.

• Work with technical teams to monitor compliance progress and share learnings across the sector.
  
  

3. Stakeholder Coordination & Partnerships

• Collaborate with professional associations, industry networks, media organizations, and other relevant stakeholders to strengthen multi-stakeholder engagement.

• Represent BSI in external meetings, forums, and advocacy platforms, highlighting the role of private sector partnerships.
  
  

4. Event Coordination & Knowledge Sharing

• Support the organization of workshops, forums, and roundtables under BSI’s strategic plan (e.g., Thai Builders Forum, Steering Committee meetings).

• Document good practices, lessons learned, and case studies to share with stakeholders.
  
  

5. Strategic Collaboration & Steering Committee Support

• Contribute to the development of private sector collaboration strategies in line with BSI’s strategic goals.

• Provide secretariat support to the BSI Steering Committee and Working Groups by coordinating with private sector representatives.

6. Administrative Support 

• Drafting and developing partnership commitments, agreements, and MoUs with companies and strategic partners. 

• Providing support in general administrative processes related to the BSI initiative, such as engaging companies, drafting emails, correspondence, and coordinating and facilitating meetings and calls with company staff. 

• Supporting in organizing the documentation and information related to the Foundation's activities.

•  Assisting the Senior Management Team with outreach activities, monitoring, and managing relationships with the private sector for advocacy and engagement tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Nationality: Thai national or native Thai speaker (Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Thailand.)

• Language requirements: Fluency in Thai is mandatory. Excellent command of written and spoken English. with the ability to proofread and present confidently in both languages.

Education/ Experience: 

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Political Science, International Development, Sustainability, or related fields.

• Experience:

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in private sector engagement, CSR/ESG, Business & Human Rights, Sustainability, or development projects.

• Proven ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with senior executives (C-level / Senior Management).

• Experience in the construction or real estate sector will be considered a strong advantage.

• Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge and/or experience related to FTSE Russell, Sustainability frameworks, Thailand Taxonomy, and Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD).

• Familiarity with Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) and labor standards.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and networking skills.

• Ability to organize workshops, forums, and corporate engagement activities.

• Proficiency in both Thai and English (written and spoken).

• Personal Qualities:

• Proactive, relationship-oriented, and strategic thinker.

• Commitment to social impact, human rights, and sustainable development.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multicultural team.

• Expected Impact:

• Expansion of BSI membership with at least 5–10 new companies engaged annually.

• Strengthened relationships with existing BSI members, with increased retention and satisfaction.

• Successful roll-out of BSI’s social compliance framework across multiple contractors and subcontractors.

• Effective coordination of forums and partnerships that elevate BSI’s profile as the leading social standard in Thailand’s construction sector.
  
  

Working hours: Full-time - Monday to Friday (flexible schedule) and occasionally on weekends & evenings

Salary: Starting at 25,000 THB (to be defined based on experience and qualifications) 

HOW TO APPLY: ( IMPORTANT ) 

Please send the following information in English to https://baan-dek.jobs.personio.com/job/2381510?language=en&display=en

• Your CV

• A compelling cover letter

• Name and contact details of two professional references 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview in English. Complete applications (CV, cover letter, and two references) are required for consideration.

Closing date for applications: 23 January 2026. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications encouraged. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Before submitting your application, it is important that you acknowledge and accept the following information: 

*** Please note that applications will start being reviewed from 5 January 2026. ****

Candidates should not submit any additional documents outside of what is requested in compliance with Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act, B.E. 2562 (2019). By applying for this position, all candidates are subject to BDF Data Protection Policy. 

Equal opportunity: BDF 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 to provide a copy of his/her criminal record (or clearance certificate) and two professional references. Adhering to BDF’s policies includes compliance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, PSEA Policy, and Anti-Corruption Policy.

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