Work Remotely as a Partnership Manager at Lead Exposure Elimination Project (LEEP): Apply by 15 June 2025

Application deadline: 15 June 2025
Start date: ASAP
Location: Remote (preferably Anglophone African country; London-based possible with office co-working 3 days/week)
Hours: Full-time
Time zone: UTC to UTC+3
Salary: $50k–$53,333 (Africa-based); varies elsewhere based on location and experience
Language: Full professional proficiency in English required
Contact: [email protected]

About LEEP

LEEP is a nonprofit tackling childhood lead poisoning globally, focusing on eliminating lead paint and piloting other lead exposure interventions (e.g., spices, cosmetics). Founded in 2020, LEEP has programs in 31 countries and partners with WHO, UNEP, USAID, UNICEF, and others. LEEP’s work is highly cost-effective in preventing lead exposure and improving global health.

Role Summary

You will strengthen LEEP’s stakeholder engagement and program delivery across Africa by managing relationships with governments, regional bodies, and international organizations. This includes coordinating events, managing subgrantees, and supporting program implementation aligned with LEEP’s goals.

Key Responsibilities

Stakeholder Engagement & Government Relations

• Build/manage relationships with bodies like UNEP, WHO, ARSO, ECOWAS
• Represent LEEP at regional/international meetings
• Engage with government stakeholders in paint programs
• Conduct analyses to identify relevant stakeholders
• Draft formal correspondence to officials/agencies

Project Implementation

• Organize regional workshops: logistics, content, follow-ups
• Support partners in data collection, reporting, subgrantee management
• Ensure project alignment with strategic goals

Event & Travel Coordination

• Plan side events at international forums
• Coordinate travel for meetings and visits

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Support documentation, reporting, and various tasks across teams

Qualifications & Skills

• Passion for LEEP’s mission and scalable impact
• Strong interpersonal, diplomatic, and communication skills
• Proven stakeholder engagement, project management, and event coordination experience (especially with governments, NGOs, multilateral agencies)
• Experience managing multi-country programs
• Excellent organizational skills
• Familiarity working with African governments or regional bodies
• Ability to work remotely and willingness to travel (~8–12 weeks/year)

Additional Assets:

• Proficiency in French or other languages
• Experience living/working in low- or middle-income countries, especially in Anglophone Africa

Culture & Benefits

• Remote but close-knit team, valuing openness and support
• Flexible work schedule respecting work-life balance
• 33 days paid leave, generous sick and parental leave
• 4% pension contribution or equivalent salary match
• Annual team retreat and strong emphasis on collaboration and impact

How to Apply

Fill out the application form here
Questions? Email: [email protected]

LEEP is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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