HR Employee Engagement & Communications Manager

BDO Unibank; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Unibank, Inc. is seeking a seasoned leader to head Employee Engagement and internal communication initiatives in Mandaluyong.

The role will drive programs that enhance employee experience, strengthen workplace culture, and foster a connected, high-performing workforce. You will oversee engagement activities, company events, and culture-building campaigns while partnering with stakeholders to align with business goals and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR/IR/Business or related field.
• At least six (6) years of work-related experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisor experience in HR or related area.
• Willing to work onsite and be assigned to Ortigas.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the Employee Engagement Team.
• Develop and implement a calendar of employee events, including celebrations, team-building activities, wellness programs, and recognition initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics for events, including venue selection, vendor management, catering, and materials.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure successful execution of events.
• Communicate event details effectively across the organization through emails, intranet, and other channels.
• Manage budgets related to employee activities, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource optimization.
• Gather feedback post-events to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Partner with HR and leadership to align events with company culture, values, and strategic goals.
• Promote an inclusive and engaging environment by planning diverse activities that cater to varied employee interests.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to continually enhance employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations related to event planning and employee engagement activities.
• Continuously improve and update guidelines and processes of all Employee Engagement and Communication projects and activities.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the employee engagement team members to deliver high-quality programs and initiatives.
• Perform other related functions and projects that may be assigned at any point in time.

Job description

Date: Jul 8, 2026

Location: Mandaluyong City, National Capital Region, PH

Business Unit: Human Resources Group

About BDO

BDO Unibank, Inc. is the Philippines’ leading full-service bank, offering a wide range of financial and digital banking services. Guided by our brand promise “We Find Ways,” we are committed to delivering easy, reliable, and customer-focused services. Build your career with a trusted industry leader.

Job Summary

The role will lead the Bank’s employee engagement and internal communication initiatives, driving programs that enhance employee experience, strengthen workplace culture, and foster a connected, high-performing workforce. The successful candidate will oversee engagement activities, company events, and culture-building campaigns while partnering with stakeholders across the organization to create meaningful employee experiences that support business goals and organizational values.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the Employee Engagement Team.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive calendar of employee events, including celebrations, team-building activities, wellness programs, and recognition initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics for events, including venue selection, vendor management, catering, and materials.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure successful execution of events.
• Communicate event details effectively across the organization through emails, intranet, and other channels.
• Manage budgets related to employee activities, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource optimization.
• Gather feedback post-events to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Partner with HR and leadership to align events with company culture, values, and strategic goals.
• Promote an inclusive and engaging environment by planning diverse activities that cater to varied employee interests.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to continually enhance employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations related to event planning and employee engagement activities.
• Continuously improve and update guidelines and processes of all Employee Engagement and Communication projects and activities.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the employee engagement team members to deliver high-quality programs and initiatives.
• Perform other related functions and projects that may be assigned at any point in time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree that is relevant to the job or equivalent in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, Public Relations or related field.
• At least six (6) years of work-related experience.
• At least a minimum of 3-5 years of supervisor experience in Human Resources or related field experience.
• Willing to work onsite and be assigned to Ortigas.

BDO Unibank, Inc. provides equal opportunity to all qualified candidates. Hiring decisions are based on job requirements and candidate qualifications, and shall not be influenced by any consideration of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, or disability.

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