Work for HOT
At HOT, we seek to recruit persons who reflect the diversity of the communities we work with. HOT staff are passionate about humanitarian impact, supporting communities, and exploring innovative approaches to open mapping.
Our Values
HOT seeks to work according to four core values:
- Put people first
- Collaborate for impact
- Work in the open
- Build for inclusivity
The Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) is an equal-opportunity employer. We seek to live our values and promote inclusivity in all locations. All of our staff work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of all is valued and respected.
HOT does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender identity and expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, physical ability, religious or belief systems, political convictions, or sexual orientation is not embraced at HOT.
Further, HOT seeks to support the development and advancement of staff within the organization. Our staff includes people who are parents and nonparents, the self-taught and university educated, and from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives on the world.
Work Culture & Benefits
At HOT, we pride ourselves on our fully remote footprint and our flexible, four-day workweek.
HOT values transparency and equity in salaries. Please see our Salary Framework for more information.
Beyond the Salary Framework, HOT provides additional support tailored to an individual’s location and type of contract. While staff may not receive the same support package as their peers in another location & situation, we work to ensure equity for everyone. The package includes:
- Healthy staff allowance or medical insurance
- Paid time off
- Contractor differential
- Flexible public holidays
- Home office allowance
- Equipment allowance
- Book stipend
- Learning & development opportunities
- Coaching from the Humanitarian Coaching Network
- Wellbeing initiatives
What Our Staff Say
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What I admire about my colleagues is their passion for helping others. When we work together, we look beyond ourselves to see how our efforts will benefit the communities we serve. I am honored to work alongside a team of professionals who excel in their craft and from whom I learn new perspectives every day.
Honey Fombuena , GIS Analyst - Asia-Pacific
GIS Analyst - Asia-Pacific
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The best thing about my colleagues is that they have built a strong sense of trust, responsibility, dedication, and accountability with each other. It goes beyond the work. I am proud to say that my colleagues are like family at the AP Hub where we take care of each other - professionally and personally.
Mikko Tamura , Community Manager - Asia-Pacific
Community Manager - Asia-Pacific
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I feel endlessly grateful to be able to work alongside such passionate and excited colleagues. We’re also a worldwide team, and it’s great to be able to work with folks from so many different cultures and backgrounds.
Nicole Siggins , Corporate Partnerships Lead
Corporate Partnerships Lead
