Program Manager (Remote) – Lead Exposure Elimination Project (LEEP)

Job Description

About the Role

LEEP is seeking a dynamic generalist to lead our paint programs, with a focus on countries in Latin America (this could include Mexico, Guatemala, and/or other locations). They will be responsible for the successful delivery of the steps of our program, including: conducting paint studies to obtain country-specific data, supporting governments to implement lead paint regulations, and providing technical assistance to help paint manufacturers go lead-free.

We are looking for candidates who are high-agency, have strong interpersonal skills, and who share LEEP’s values. By running LEEP’s program work, with support from the team, you will be able to make a huge difference, positively impacting the lives of hundreds of thousands of people.

Responsibilities

• Working with governments on introducing and implementing lead paint regulation (30%)
  • Engaging with policy-makers across multiple ministries and agencies, and staying in close communication
  • Preparing advocacy communications and educational resources 
  • Participating in government meetings and presenting at stakeholder workshops
  • Project planning with government partners
  • Conducting training and providing expert feedback  
• Industry assistance (30%)
  • Engaging with all manufacturers in a focus country, both large companies and small- and medium-sized enterprises
  • Presenting the case for lead paint phase-out and how LEEP can support 
  • Working in collaboration with LEEP’s paint technologist to find solutions to manufacturers’ requirements
  • Finding suppliers of non-lead based raw materials 
• Research and data collection (10%)
  • Conducting paint studies: finding and purchasing paints, preparing samples, and sending them to the lab, in collaboration with government partners
  • Preparing study reports and summarising existing literature
• Strategy and planning (10%)
  • Designing a project plan to meet LEEP’s goals and considering stakeholders’ requirements 
  • Troubleshooting any program blockers and identifying creative solutions 
  • Sharing learnings with the LEEP team and constantly improving our programs 
• Recruitment, partnership building and management (5%)
  • Recruiting local consultants and/or building partnerships with local organisations, and managing these relationships
• Engage in weekly all-hands calls, team meetings and 1-1s with your manager (10%)
• Assist with a variety of other tasks across LEEP as and when required (5%). For example, some Program Managers:
  • Design new content for our programs, such as videos and slide decks
  • Improve internal program guidance and processes
  • Help organise global webinars on lead paint

What We’re Looking For

A successful applicant will possess most of the following:

• Passion for LEEP’s mission and a strong commitment to achieving meaningful, scalable impact
• Strong interpersonal skills and adeptness at understanding the perspectives of various stakeholders and collaborating towards shared goals
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Comfort with educating and persuading a variety of stakeholders on material that may be new to them
• Ability and willingness to work across a broad range of tasks
• Strong prioritisation skills, with a clear sense of how work ties into LEEP’s broader goals
• Enterprising, a quick learner, and creative problem-solver
• Comfort with risk and ambiguity, and working with a high level of self-direction
• Ability to remain focused and solution-oriented in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of working in a remote environment
• Willing to travel for at least 8 to 12 weeks per year
• Full professional proficiency in English and Spanish
• Fluency in Portuguese is a plus, but not required

Work Environment

Our culture is one of genuine care for each other and passion for our work and its impact. We are a team that values collaboration, openness, and mutual support, which creates an environment where everyone can thrive while contributing to meaningful work. 

Though we are a remote team, we are supportive and close-knit. We stay connected through weekly team calls and 1:1 calls, where we have conversations about both non-work and work topics; we regularly share photos and celebrate milestones and successes in our Slack; and we come together annually for an in-person retreat to strengthen relationships and reflect on our mission.

Our team of 50+ people is based across five continents and speaks over 10 languages. We have diverse expertise, from medicine to environmental health to international law.

Our work schedule is flexible. Some of the team work 9-5:30, and some adjust their daily schedule around school pick-up. We value work-life balance and rarely contact team members outside their work hours. 

LEEP offers: 

• A chance to have a very large positive impact on the world
• 33 days of paid leave
• Generous sick leave and parental leave policies
• 4% pension contribution or equivalent
• Professional development opportunities
• Health Insurance in places where government healthcare is limited
• Annual team retreat

How to Apply

Here’s a summary of the application process for a successful candidate. We might make adjustments.

• Complete the application form by May 17th. 
• After submitting your application, you’ll receive an email inviting you to complete a short, 31-minute screening assessment. Please check your inbox (and spam folder) within 24 hours of completing your application. 
• Attend a 25-minute initial screening call
• Complete a 2-3 hour work test designed to simulate the work you would do if hired and evaluate key skills important for success in the role
• Attend one remote panel interview
• Receive an employment offer!
• Submit references

LEEP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, national origin, ethnicity, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other protected characteristic.