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Purpose and scope of this position
The People & Culture Coordinator ensures that Manushya Foundation’s internal systems and organizational culture reflect its feminist, decolonial, and intersectional values.
The role leads on HR management, staff wellbeing, internal communications, and administration — creating a caring, transparent, and inclusive environment that enables every Manushyan to thrive.
Working closely with the Finance Manager, Programmes Manager, and Communications Manager, the People & Culture Coordinator strengthens internal systems and culture by balancing People & Care with Money & Compliance.
Duties & Responsibilities
1. Human Resources & People Systems
• Lead the full HR cycle: recruitment, onboarding, probation reviews, performance evaluations, and offboarding.
• Maintain HR files, contracts, leave records, and payroll documentation in coordination with the Finance Manager.
• Ensure HR policies reflect Manushya’s feminist and decolonial values while complying with Thai labour law and donor requirements.
• Implement Manushya’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to HR, administration, and wellbeing; conduct inductions and monitor adherence.
• Optimize ClickUp for organizational development related to HR and wellbeing, ensuring transparent information flow and accountability.
• Support the ED and the Finance Manager in developing salary scales, benefits policies, and professional development plans.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable work environment that values diversity and collective care
2. Wellbeing & Collective Care
• Implement Manushya’s Wellbeing Framework developed with Open Briefing, including care pathways, risk protocols, and trauma-informed practices.
• Serve as primary liaison with Open Briefing, Backyard Politics, and other wellbeing partners for staff support, referrals, and training.
• Develop and implement staff wellbeing strategies, including check-ins, wellbeing surveys, and care-centered policies.
• Organize team-building activities, retreats, and internal reflection sessions that nurture solidarity and self-care.
• Promote feminist care practices across leadership and team dynamics.
3. Administration & Logistics
• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including equipment, supplies, and vendor coordination.
• Manage logistics for meetings, retreats, and events in coordination with the Programmes Team.
• Coordinate visa processes, work permits, and travel arrangements for staff, consultants, and guests.
• Supervise the Administration Intern (when there is) and ensure proper filing of HR and administrative documents.
• Liaise with landlords, government offices, and service providers to ensure smooth office operations.
• Work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure administrative processes meet donor compliance and internal SOP standards.
4. Internal Communication & Organizational Culture
• Lead internal communications and workflow coordination across teams using ClickUp.
• Develop internal content such as 'What’s Up Manushya?' and onboarding materials explaining 'What It Means to Be Manushyan' — grounded in the 4Ds: Deference, Differences, Disagreement, and Decolonial.
• Facilitate learning spaces, internal dialogues, and knowledge exchanges that strengthen Manushya’s collective identity.
5. Collaboration with the Communications Manager for External Communication
• Collaborate closely with the Communications Manager to co-create content that highlights Manushya’s internal culture, feminist values, and the humans behind its work.
• Jointly develop 'What’s Up Manushya?' and 'What It Means to Be a Manushyan' features, showcasing staff voices, wellbeing initiatives, and internal milestones — and ensure these are translated into engaging external content for Manushya’s platforms.
• Provide updates and internal stories that reflect care, inclusion, and collective strength, for integration into newsletters, website updates, and social media campaigns.
• Ensure coherence between internal narratives and external messaging to strengthen Manushya’s identity as a decolonial, intersectional feminist organization.
6. Coordination with Other Teams
• Work closely with the Programmes Team and Programmes Manager to organize workshops, events, and retreats that integrate care, accessibility, and inclusion.
• Collaborate with the Finance Manager to align HR, wellbeing, and admin budgets with donor requirements.
• Support the ED in monitoring internal systems, organizational health, and staff satisfaction.
