Our partner Lead Exposure Elimination Project (LEEP) is seeking a dynamic professional based in Türkiye with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. As a Senior Government Consultant, you will play a vital role in supporting LEEP’s program by advancing partnerships with relevant government entities to strengthen the enforcement of lead paint regulations.

Summary

• Language requirements: Full professional proficiency in Turkish and English
• Application deadline: May 22, 2026
• Start date: May 2026, or as soon as possible
• Duration: An initial contract of three months, extendable depending on program need and performance
• Hours: 6-8 hours per week
• Location: Based in Türkiye and willing to travel to Ankara frequently
• Fee: Competitive hourly rate 
• How to apply: Fill out this application form
• Note: The recruitment process is supported by Health Progress Hub on behalf of LEEP. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed directly by LEEP.

About LEEP

LEEP is an impact-driven non-profit that aims to eliminate childhood lead poisoning, a problem affecting an estimated one in three children worldwide.

They primarily focus on one important source of exposure: lead paint. They generate data on the extent of the problem, advocate to governments to introduce and enforce regulation, and support manufacturers with switching to lead-free ingredients. They expect their work to be extremely cost-effective and scalable.

Their team is growing fast, and they are looking for talented, driven people to help them achieve the mission of eliminating lead paint globally and - in so doing - improve tens of millions of lives.

Since their founding in September 2020:

• They have initiated lead paint elimination programs in 31 countries and completed paint studies in 18.

• They have agreed on goals to establish lead paint regulation with government agencies in 16 countries (e.g., in Angola); received reports in 10 countries of manufacturers switching to lead-free (e.g., in Pakistan); and received evidence of lead paint levels on the market reducing because of their work (in Malawi). 

• They 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, launched by USAID and UNICEF.

• They have received grants from major grantmaking organisations, including Founders Pledge, Open Philanthropy, and Schmidt Futures.

• They have appeared in Time Magazine, The New Yorker, Nature, Prospect, Vox, the 80,000 Hours Podcast, at the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future launch on the sidelines of the 79th UN General Assembly, and their co-founders were also named in Vox’s Future Perfect 50.

In Türkiye, approximately 6.3 million children are affected by lead poisoning from paint and other sources. Despite the introduction of KKDIK to limit lead in paint, paints containing dangerous levels of lead are still being sold in Türkiye. LEEP aims to work with the Turkish government to strengthen regulation implementation and support manufacturers in reformulating their products.

Over the next year in Türkiye, LEEP plans to:

• Establish a formal partnership with the Turkish government on a project to strengthen the implementation of the existing lead paint regulation;

• Support at least 50% of the market share for lead paint to make significant progress towards reformulating. This market-based approach has proven successful in other countries where LEEP operates.

About the Role

LEEP is seeking a dynamic generalist who will support their program in Türkiye, with a focus on government engagement. As a Senior Government Consultant, you will support LEEP in establishing and advancing a partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change to strengthen the enforcement of lead paint regulations.

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

Responsibilities

• Government engagement (90%)

• Build and maintain high-level relationships with key government stakeholders, particularly within the Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change (priority), the Ministry of Industry, and other relevant bodies

• Leverage existing networks to engage senior decision-makers and influential stakeholders, advancing progress toward a formal partnership with LEEP on enforcing lead paint regulations

• Secure, organise, and lead strategic meetings and workshops to drive approval and implementation of enforcement efforts

• Work with relevant government departments (including the Chemicals Management Unit) to support the development and adoption of a lead paint enforcement plan

• Ensure alignment with KKDIK by liaising with government focal points and supporting effective monitoring and enforcement mechanisms

• Provide concise updates on stakeholder engagement, policy developments, and key risks or blockers

• Support the preparation of briefings, presentations, and coordination with relevant stakeholders (including NGOs and IGOs)

• Advocacy (10%)

• Support and present in meetings and workshops with government stakeholders

• Liaise with stakeholders (including paint trade association, IGOs and NGOs) to support regulation progress, via briefings, presentations and other organisational support for workshops and meetings

Success in this Role Looks Like

• Securing high-level government buy-in to advance a formal partnership between LEEP and the Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change on lead paint enforcement

• Achieving clear progress toward approval and adoption of a lead paint enforcement plan, including alignment across relevant government departments

• Establishing trusted relationships with senior government stakeholders and decision-makers, positioning LEEP as a credible and valuable partner

• Driving consistent momentum through well-structured engagements, strategic meetings, and follow-ups, overcoming institutional barriers where needed

• Demonstrating the ability to navigate complex policy environments and unlock progress despite ambiguity or competing priorities

• Providing clear, actionable updates and strategic insights that inform LEEP’s approach and next steps

What They Are Looking for

A successful applicant will possess or be some or most of the following:

• Passion for LEEP’s mission, and for doing good in the world at scale

• Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships with diverse stakeholders

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal

• Fluent in Turkish and English

• Experience in public policy, government relations, or regulatory work

• Strong networks with relevant government ministries

• Experience navigating Turkish regulatory or standards-setting processes

• Experience working in projects where multiple government bodies were involved

• Proactive, enterprising, and resourceful, with a willingness to take ownership of challenges and navigate risk and ambiguity with confidence.

• Comfortable working independently, and thriving in a remote team environment

• Open to candidates across Türkiye, with regular travel to Ankara

• Willingness to travel within Türkiye for program work

Preferred (but not required):

• Familiarity with environmental, chemical, or public health policy

• Prior experience working with or within international organizations or multilateral institutions (e.g., WHO, UNEP, UNDP, World Bank, EU delegations)

They are most interested in talent, not credentials. If you believe you are a great fit for this role but do not meet every criterion, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Benefits of Working with LEEP

• A chance to have a large positive impact on the world, and improve hundreds of thousands of lives

• Experience working with an early-stage, fast growing, high-impact and evidence-based nonprofit

• Flexible work arrangements

• Supportive, collaborative team environment

LEEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. They 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. They 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 legally protected status.