Sustainability Manager

Khiri Travel

As the leading destination management company in Asia with 33 years of expertise, Khiri Travel delivers creative and personalized itineraries with the highest standard of service to discerning tour operators worldwide. We hold ourselves accountable to the 4C's sustainability framework: Conservation, Community, Culture, and Commerce, while extending our impact through Khiri Reach — our commitment to meaningful social and environmental initiatives that support local communities across Asia.

Khiri Core is the specialist team based at our Nonthaburi group office that proactively supports country operating ventures and monitors progress across functional disciplines - marketing, finance, systems, sustainability and product - as well as country operating units and group performance in aggregate. Khiri Core team members are functional experts that work together to deliver best practices, proactive support and training tools, and insightful, value-adding feedback.

YAANA Ventures is a purpose-driven, entrepreneurial investment and management company based in Southeast Asia and the parent company of Khiri Travel. YAANA Ventures incubate, grow, and operate brands in sustainable tourism, impact hospitality, and travel technology — united by a common mission: to create transformational experiences that benefit both people and the planet.

Job Description

The Sustainability Manager will lead and coordinate sustainability initiatives across all nine operating countries of Khiri Travel, ensuring alignment with the company wide's responsible tourism strategy, operational standards, and long-term sustainability goals.

The role will oversee the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of sustainability practices across product development, supplier engagement, operations, community partnerships, and internal culture.

Reporting to: Khiri Core Management & YAANA Ventures Sustainability Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Sustainability Strategy & Coordination

• Lead and coordinate sustainability initiatives across all operating countries, ensuring alignment with company objectives and commitments
• Monitor and manage Khiri Travel's sustainability performance through benchmarking, market research, and competitor analysis to maintain leadership in responsible tourism in Asia
• Develop and implement sustainability action plans, KPIs, policies, reporting frameworks, and initiatives in collaboration with YAANA Ventures Sustainability Manager
• Lead and support the maintenance of Khiri Travel's GSTC certification and other relevant sustainability frameworks
• Prepare the Annual Sustainability Report, impact summaries, and sustainability updates for management and external stakeholders
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant partners, certification bodies, and industry organizations, while representing Khiri Travel at sustainability forums, events, and partnerships
• Support sustainability-related audits, questionnaires, client requests, and due diligence processes
• Collaborate with the Marketing and PR teams to communicate Khiri Travel's responsible tourism achievements and commitments
• Collaborate closely with Khiri Core team members, including Systems, Product, and Finance, to support sustainability integration across the company

Sustainable Product & Operational Development

• Coordinate sustainability assessments for hotels, activities, and suppliers in partnership with external certification bodies and sustainability partners
• Support the integration of regenerative and responsible tourism principles into product development and operational practices
• Coordinate sustainability training programs for staff, guides, Green Teams, and operational teams across all offices in collaboration with sustainability partners
• Foster a culture of sustainability and responsible tourism throughout all departments and country offices
• Consolidate and coordinate quarterly Green Team reporting across all operating countries

* This role profile is not exhaustive; it may be amended from time to time to meet the needs of the business *

Key Success Factors

• GSTC certification and sustainability standards successfully maintained and strengthened across all operating countries.
• Sustainability principles meaningfully embedded into products, supplier management, operations, and company culture.
• Timely delivery of high-quality sustainability reporting, KPI tracking, and audit support.
• Increased engagement and accountability across Green Teams and country offices.
• Strengthened industry recognition of Khiri Travel as a leader in regenerative tourism in Asia.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Tourism Management, Environmental Studies, International Development, ESG, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sustainability, responsible tourism, ESG, CSR, NGO management, or related fields.
• Experience within hospitality, tourism, or destination management is preferred.
• Strong understanding of sustainable tourism frameworks and certifications, including the Sustainable Tourism Course by GSTC or higher.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Passion for sustainable tourism, cultural preservation, environmental stewardship, and community impact.
• Strong project management, coordination, analytical, and reporting capabilities, with experience managing sustainability initiatives across diverse cultural and operational contexts preferred.
• This role is ideal for a sustainability professional looking to grow into a regional leadership position within responsible tourism.

What we offer:

• Full-time, responsibility-oriented position, 5 days a week
• Based at our Nonthaburi office, close to MRT Purple line
• Career advancement opportunities in the Khiri Travel DMC organization
• Annual discretionary bonus based on performance
• Salary38,000 - 45,000 THB per month depending on experience
• Visa and work permit provided for qualified candidate if needed