Start Date: As soon as possibleEmployment Type: Full-timeLocation: Remote, with a preference for LondonTime Zone Requirement: UTC −5 to UTC +3 (preference for UTC to UTC +3)Visa Sponsorship: Not available About LEEP The Lead Exposure Elimination Project (LEEP) is an impact-driven, evidence-based nonprofit organisation dedicated to eliminating childhood lead poisoning—one of the most pervasive yet under-addressed global public health challenges. It is estimated that one in three children worldwide is affected by lead exposure, resulting in lifelong health, cognitive, and economic consequences. LEEP’s primary focus is the elimination of lead paint, a significant source of exposure in low- and middle-income countries. The organisation generates robust data, supports governments in introducing and enforcing lead regulations, and assists paint manufacturers in transitioning to lead-free production. In addition to paint-focused interventions, LEEP is piloting initiatives targeting other sources of lead exposure, including spices and cosmetics. Since its founding in September 2020, LEEP has launched lead paint elimination programmes in 37 countries and completed paint studies in 22. It has collaborated with government agencies in 18 countries to establish regulatory goals and has supported market shifts in 17 countries where manufacturers controlling over 50 percent of market share have reformulated to lead-free paint. Independent evaluations highlight LEEP as one of the most cost-effective global health interventions, with prevention costs estimated as low as USD 1.66 per child exposed. LEEP partners with the World Health Organization and the UN Environment Programme’s Global Alliance to Eliminate Lead Paint and receives support from major donors, including USAID, Founders Pledge, Open Philanthropy, and Schmidt Futures. About the Role LEEP is seeking a strategic and experienced Head of People to lead its people strategy, organisational culture, and global talent systems during a period of rapid growth. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Head of People will play a critical leadership role in ensuring that LEEP’s people practices remain mission-aligned, inclusive, compliant, and capable of supporting a highly distributed, international workforce. The role requires both strategic leadership and hands-on execution. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, lead a growing People team, and shape how LEEP attracts, develops, supports, and retains exceptional talent across multiple jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities People Strategy and LeadershipThe Head of People will design and drive LEEP’s global people strategy to support organisational scale and long-term impact. This includes advising senior leadership on workforce planning, organisational development, change management, and culture, while leading and managing the People function and associated external partners. Talent Lifecycle ManagementThe role oversees global recruitment and hiring strategy, ensuring efficient, transparent, and equitable processes with an excellent candidate experience. Responsibilities include managing onboarding and offboarding, succession planning, and long-term workforce development to ensure continuity and institutional resilience. Performance, Progression, and LearningThe Head of People will oversee performance management frameworks, appraisal systems, and progression pathways. This includes ensuring managers and staff are well-equipped to succeed and leading the design and delivery of learning and development initiatives that strengthen organisational capacity. Culture, Engagement, and Organisational HealthThis role is responsible for nurturing LEEP’s culture and values across a fully remote, global team. Key activities include designing engagement initiatives, leading annual team retreats, overseeing internal communications, and conducting organisational health assessments and engagement surveys. Compliance, People Operations, and HR SystemsThe Head of People ensures compliance with employment laws and regulations across all jurisdictions in which LEEP operates. Responsibilities include overseeing HR systems, personnel records, payroll coordination, global policies, handbooks, and HRIS implementation. Judgement and Leadership ContributionThe position requires excellent judgement and discretion, providing confidential support on sensitive people matters and contributing actively to LEEP’s leadership and operations teams. Eligibility and Required Qualifications Candidates must demonstrate strong alignment with LEEP’s mission and values. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of relevant professional experience, with proven success in people leadership, HR strategy, or organisational development within growing or startup environments. Key requirements include: Demonstrated experience setting or delivering people or HR strategy Strong people management, coaching, and leadership skills Experience in recruitment and talent management Excellent communication, judgement, and interpersonal skills Comfort working across strategy and hands-on People Operations Experience in multi-country or international HR settings (preferred) Experience working or living in low- and middle-income countries (advantageous) Full professional proficiency in English is required. Salary and Benefits Salary is location- and experience-dependent. Indicative annual ranges include: USD 87,743–97,829 (New York City) GBP 60,204–67,124 (London) EUR 61,185–68,217 (Paris) KES 7,599,450–8,472,950 (Nairobi) ZAR 1,101,343–1,227,934 (Johannesburg) LEEP offers a competitive benefits package, including 33 days of paid leave, generous parental and sick leave, pension contributions, professional development support, health insurance where public coverage is limited, and an annual in-person team retreat. Application Process Interested candidates must complete the online application form by 18 January 2026. Shortlisted candidates will proceed through a structured selection process that includes an online assessment, screening call, work test, panel interview, reference checks, and final offer. For enquiries, applicants may contact hiring@leadelimination.org. LEEP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion across all aspects of its work. 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