LEEP Regional Head Francophone Africa: Remote Leadership Opportunity | Salary Up to $97,829 | Apply by 27 September 2026

Overview

The Lead Exposure Elimination Project (LEEP) is recruiting a Regional Head for Francophone Africa. LEEP is an evidence-based nonprofit working to eliminate childhood lead poisoning, with programmes focused on paint, spices and traditional eyeliners in more than 40 countries across Africa, Asia and Latin America. The post is full-time and fully remote, for someone in a time zone from UTC-5 to UTC+3, and starts as soon as possible.

The Regional Head leads about three to five Program Managers, works with the Program Director, senior leadership and other regional leaders, and may support work beyond lead paint as LEEP expands. Roughly 40% of the role is strategic programme guidance, 40% team management, 15% developing programme and internal systems, and 5% special projects.

Requirements

Applicants need at least five years of relevant professional experience, experience leading teams and strong people-management and coaching skills, plus excellent stakeholder management, influencing, communication, problem-solving and decision-making. Experience in low- and middle-income countries or with governments and policymakers is highly relevant. Remote working and managing remote teams is expected unless the candidate is based in London. Full professional proficiency in English and French is required, and travel of about 8 to 12 weeks a year is expected.

What you get

Pay depends on location and experience. Advertised ranges include 87,743 to 97,829 US dollars in New York, 60,204 to 67,124 pounds in London and 61,185 to 68,218 euros in Paris, plus ranges for Dakar, Abidjan and Yaounde. Benefits include 33 days of paid leave, generous sick and parental leave, a 4% pension contribution or equivalent, professional development, health insurance where government coverage is limited and an annual team retreat.

How to apply

Candidates complete the online application form. The process is expected to include a 31-minute screening assessment, a 25-minute screening call, a 2 to 3 hour work test, a remote panel interview, reference checks and an offer. Applicants should check their email, including spam, within 24 hours of applying for the assessment invitation.

Key dates

The deadline is 27 September 2026.