Country Head (India)

• Serve as LEEP's senior representative in India, building constructive relationships with government agencies, technical institutions, and implementation partners
• Coordinate the delivery of data, evidence, training, and technical assistance requested by ministries and agencies to support their programmes and policy processes
• Provide strategic guidance to program teams delivering research, evidence sharing, and industry engagement
• Lead and develop LEEP's growing team in India, fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and mission-aligned team culture

This role offers the opportunity to make a transformational impact on public health in India by eliminating childhood lead poisoning from paint, spices, and cosmetics, working closely with senior government officials, industry leaders, and international stakeholders.

• 15+ years of work experience, including substantial work in government, policy, or public affairs in India with direct exposure to regulatory processes and senior stakeholders
• 5+ years of experience managing teams with direct reports and supporting their performance and development
• Deep understanding of India's political, regulatory, and business landscape with exceptional stakeholder management and diplomatic skills
• Outstanding communication skills in English and Hindi, both written and verbal, with strategic thinking ability and proven track record of driving policy or regulatory change

Salary: ₹5,036,167 INR. Full-time position with flexible working hours to collaborate with global team across multiple time zones.

LEEP is an impact-driven, evidence-based nonprofit that aims to eliminate childhood lead poisoning, which affects an estimated one in three children worldwide, primarily focusing on lead paint elimination through data generation, government regulation support, and manufacturer assistance.