Country Head (Indonesia)
LEEP seeks an experienced senior leader to establish and lead our Indonesia operations. This person will be responsible for building crucial government and industry relationships and driving our advocacy and programmatic strategy, thereby driving rapid, large-scale reductions in lead exposure.
Position Summary
Application Deadline: 15 November 2026
Start date: As soon as possible
Hours: Full-time
Location: Remote; Indonesia preferred but not required. We are currently unable to sponsor visas. Exact working hours to be confirmed based on location, in order to optimise for overlap with program partners and LEEP's team. Flexibility is essential.
Time Zone: Candidates must be located between UTC +5 to UTC +8.
Language requirements: Full professional proficiency in English required. Full professional proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia is strongly preferred.
Salary: Dependent upon location and experience; open to negotiation. E.g., Rp981,960,251–Rp1,058,334,937 for Jakarta-based roles; $96,721 SGD–$110,376 for Singapore-based roles; Rs.4,861,591 INR for Delhi-based roles; ?2,014,426–?2,298,816 for Bangkok-based roles.
About LEEP
LEEP is an impact-driven, evidence-based nonprofit that aims to eliminate childhood lead poisoning, which affects an estimated one in three children worldwide. We primarily focus on one important source of exposure: lead paint. Our paint programs involve generating data, supporting governments with the introduction and enforcement of regulation, and assisting manufacturers in switching to lead-free paints. Beyond our paint programs, we are piloting interventions to address other sources of lead exposure, such as spices and cosmetics.
Since our founding in September 2020:
• We have initiated lead paint elimination programs in 40 countries; completed 33 paint studies; and agreed on goals to establish lead paint regulation with government agencies in 18 (e.g., Angola).
• We’ve made crucial progress in engaging with manufacturers in 22 countries (e.g., Pakistan), and in reducing the lead paint market share in Ghana, Malawi and Pakistan.
• Founders Pledge estimates that it costs $1.66 to prevent one child’s lead exposure (in expectation) through our work, making LEEP one of its most cost-effective nonprofit recommendations. Our own analysis estimates that it costs under $5 to avert one DALY equivalent through LEEP’s first 13 established programs.
• We are a partner of the WHO and UN Environment Programme's Global Alliance to Eliminate Lead Paint and a member of the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future.
• We have received grants from major grantmaking organisations, including Founders Pledge, Coefficient Giving, Bloomberg Philanthropies, USAID, and Schmidt Futures.
• We have appeared in Nature, Vox, Time Magazine, The New Yorker, Prospect, on the 80,000 Hours Podcast, and our co-founders were named in Vox’s Future Perfect 50.
About the Role:
LEEP is seeking an exceptional Country Head to lead our Indonesia operations and drive rapid, large-scale reductions in lead exposure across the country. As LEEP’s senior representative in Indonesia, you will lead our country operations and partnerships. You will spearhead our advocacy strategy, and build and maintain relationships with relevant government ministries and institutions. You will coordinate the delivery of evidence, data, training, and technical assistance requested by government partners, and ensure that activities are aligned with their priorities and direction. You will coordinate work across government, industry and research sectors.
This role offers the opportunity to make a transformational impact on public health in Indonesia in a high-impact and exciting context. You will work closely with senior government officials, industry leaders, and international stakeholders to eliminate childhood lead poisoning from paint.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership and Advocacy:
• Lead LEEP's advocacy strategy with federal and provincial ministries, bodies, regulators, and policymakers
• Serve as LEEP's primary representative with government, partners, and media in Indonesia
• Provide high-quality information and technical inputs to support government decision-making, under their leadership and direction
• Coordinate work across government, industry, and research to maximize impact
Program Implementation and Oversight:
• Oversee implementation of research studies, regulatory advocacy, and industry engagement programs
• Develop strategies and execute high-quality approaches that achieve results in line with program goals
• Monitor progress against country-specific objectives
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships :
• Build and maintain relationships with senior government officials, key opinion leaders, regulatory bodies, and policymakers, and think tanks
• Engage with industry leaders, manufacturers, and trade associations
• Represent LEEP at high-level meetings, conferences, and policy forums
• Develop partnerships with local and international organisations
What We’re Looking For:
A successful applicant will possess or be most of the following:
• Mission-driven: passion for LEEP’s mission and values, and a strong commitment to achieving meaningful, scalable impact
• 10-15+ years of work experience, including substantial work in government, policy, or public affairs in Indonesia, with direct exposure to regulatory processes and senior stakeholders
• Deep understanding of Indonesia’s political, regulatory, and business landscape
• Exceptional stakeholder management and diplomatic skills
• Outstanding communication skills in English and preferably Bahasa Indonesia, both written and verbal
• Strategic thinking ability with proven track record of driving policy or regulatory change
• Experience working with international organisations or multinational companies
Other promising attributes:
• Experience in environmental policy, public health, or chemical regulation
• Established network within Indonesian government and industry
• Familiarity with WHO, UNEP, or other international health/environmental frameworks
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 70+ 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 : https://leadelimination.pinpointhq.com/postings/4446bc4e-7e7a-442f-8323-e12788e67110/applications/new
• 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 30-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
Contact: hiring@leadelimination.org
For More details : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RpBhn-YomCZ0zEibHK4d3xcZXOWGVimU1r1YrdvvtKc/preview?tab=t.0
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.