Work with Pure Earth

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Position: Project Assistant Consultant

LOCATION: Northern Ghana (Tolon & Yendi District)

JOB DURATION: 3 Months

REPORTS TO: Technical Projects Officer

Background:
Pure Earth is a dedicated international nonprofit focused on addressing mercury and lead pollution issues in low- and middle-income countries. Since 1999, Pure Earth has executed over 150 projects worldwide, concentrating on research, training, and environmental remediation. By partnering with public, private, and civil society organizations, we combat toxic metal pollution, specifically from lead (Pb) and mercury,
through innovative and evidence-based solutions. In Ghana, our efforts have identified over 150 toxic sites, with lead being a significant contaminant.
Pure Earth and CGD are implementing a pilot study focused on assessing the feasibility of replacing contaminated cookware and cosmetics to reduce lead exposure in children.
This initiative targets households identified to have lead-containing products in two districts of Northern Ghana.

Role Overview:
The Project Assistant Consultant will provide critical support to the project team through various phases of the pilot study, including recruitment, baseline assessments, and monitoring of the intervention phase. The consultant will work closely with community monitors, local households, and the project team to ensure the successful execution of
study protocols and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Recruitment Support:

• Assist in the identification and recruitment of participating households based on predefined criteria.
• Collaborate with team members during household visits to explain the study’s
  purpose and benefits.

2. Baseline Assessment:

• Support the team in conducting lead testing of existing cookware and cosmetics,
  including the collection of dust samples.
• Ensure proper documentation and handling of data collected during the assessments.

3. Intervention Implementation:

• Aid in the distribution of lead-free cookware and cosmetics to selected households.
• Collaborate with community monitors in educating participants about the health
  benefits of lead-free products and hygiene practices.

4. Follow-Up and Monitoring:

• Participate in the regular monitoring of households to ensure adherence to the
  guidelines and proper use of provided items.
• Collect feedback from households regarding the usability and acceptance of the
  lead-free alternatives.

5. Data Collection and Reporting:

• Assist in administering post-pilot surveys and interviews assessing user satisfaction
  and perceived benefits.
• Support the analysis and compilation of data for reporting purposes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, Environmental Science, Social Science, or a related field.
• Previous experience in community-based health programs, research, or project
  assistance is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on community
  engagement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in data collection methods and documentation.
• Familiarity with lead exposure issues or health education in low-income settings is an advantage.
• Fluency in English and local language relevant to the study areas.
• Must reside in Tamale or Yendi

How to apply:
Kindly submit your CV/resume and cover letter in a single PDF document attachment to [email protected] 
The deadline for application is 20th February 2025 and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Anticipated start date: 2nd March 2025. 

Equal Opportunity Employment:
It is the policy of Pure Earth to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, gender or gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Human Resources Manager

Location: New York, New York

Deadline to Apply: March 21, 2025

Position Summary:

Pure Earth seeks an experienced professional to serve as Manager of Human Resources at Pure Earth, and assist the organization to achieve its three year human resources strategic plan priorities, while entering into a growth period.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of experience implementing and/or leading human resources-related functions serving domestic and international staff, including in recruitment, compensation, talent/people management, professional development, performance management, and other relevant HR policies and practices.  Experience with growing organization is preferred.

The selected candidate will demonstrate both a commitment to building and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and diverse organizational culture in a supportive but fast-paced environment with the ability to coach, mentor and advise colleagues on best practices for management and employee engagement. Opportunity for long-term growth for a talented, qualified and motivated individual.

The Human Resources Manager will report directly to the Vice President, Operations and can expect to engage in the following responsibilities, all of which require significant independent judgement.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment

• Review, finalize, and standardize job descriptions and ensuring compliance with the organization’s compensation strategy
• Implementing and continually striving to improve the organization’s recruitment process
• Ensure compliance with the organization’s EEO/hiring policies and best practices, with aim to maintain a diverse talent pool
• Ensure hiring managers adhere to hiring policy, including providing occasional training support
• As requested and time allows, support hiring managers with recruiting tasks: job posting, candidate review, interviewing, and/or reference checks
• Draft offer letters and assist in acceptance negotiations as relevant

Onboarding / Offboarding

• Onboard and offboard global team members according to SOPs, including conducting exit interviews,
• Conduct team member training in organizational policies
• Organize and conduct new team member cohort orientations

Performance Management

• Implement performance management system, ensuring completion of annual performance assessments for all core team members and integration with organizational compensation structure, and ensure managers are trained, supported in the process
• Strengthen a culture of regular feedback

Professional Development

• Implement and enhance professional development program, in accordance with budget allocations
• Track achievement /progress of the professional development program
• Help identify training needs across the organization

Employee Relations & Organizational Work Culture

• Help leadership ensure a safe, supportive, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, where team members thrive and do their best work; help organization retain talent
• Conduct employee satisfaction surveys and occasional EEO internal audits
• Assist Communications teams to organize global staff meetings and internal communications with aim to enhance opportunities for meaningful staff engagement, promote cross-learning/sharing, problem solving and other initiatives that contribute to the achievement of Pure Earth’s mission and 3 year strategy.
• Identify areas for improvement, make recommendations to leadership and develop steps to ameliorate if/as/when necessary
• Ensure global team completes all legally required trainings, such as anti-harassment, and other organizational-wide HR training
• Act as the main point of contact for global staff on HR-related issues, including personnel interactions and best practices, as well as other HR related policy issues such as harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, safeguarding, complaints or other.
• Provide counseling, coaching and/or recommend training courses to managers and employees as needed regarding day-to-day interactions and management techniques, including conflict de-escalation / resolution, inclusiveness

• Identify and handle employee relations issues quickly and decisively while exercising strong judgment and discretion

• Exercise independent judgment and discretion regarding resolution of HR issue, including referral of HR issues to leadership, legal counsel, PEO provider or outside experts as appropriate
• Organize quarterly staff luncheons, annual holiday parties, recognition of work anniversaries and other staff achievements

HR Compliance

• Ensure compliance with relevant US labor laws, including classification
• Support global offices as needed with local HR compliance and/or obtain HR expertise: *Note – country offices rely on local HR experts to set up employment and consulting contracts, but the HR Sr. Manager is responsible to ensure Country Directors are aware of and in compliance with HR and labor laws in each country of operation
• Periodically review HR policies, manuals and handbooks and revise/update the Policies as appropriate

General Administration

• Report to Leadership on organizational HR trends (such as retention, turn over, satisfaction)
• Make recommendations for improvements to HR and related organizational processes and procedures along the employee life cycle from recruitment to offboarding
• Ensure impeccable HR record and document keeping and tracking, data protection, and confidentiality, including all HR related changes such as promotions, raises, changes in job classification, etc.
• Provide leadership with access to up to data and accurate HR information upon request
• Manage and implement various tasks on HR calendar
• Other HR and organizational policy review, updating, and implementation.
• Other tasks as delegated by the VP, Operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, organizational Development or other highly relevant degree
• Master’s Degree or additional HR Certifications preferred (such as PHR/SHRM-CP)
• 5+ years of progressively responsive HR experience in a similarly complex organization;
• Experience supporting teams that span US and international offices.
• Work experience in non profit highly preferred.
• Experience working with organizations undergoing rapid expansion
• Demonstrated success in fostering an inclusive, equitable working environment and creating diverse, high-performing teams.
• Knowledge and experience in major aspects of HR including talent acquisition and retention, HR risk and compliance, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, conflict mitigation and resolution, organizational development, workforce planning, employee learning and development, conflict resolution, coaching and facilitation.
• A high level of emotional intelligence and ability to thoughtfully and accurately assess and resolve employee relations matters.
• An understanding of, sensitivity to and respect for diverse racial, socio-economic, ethnic, academic, religious and cultural backgrounds as well as identities.
• A collaborative, collegial style and a proven track record and commitment to mentoring and coaching staff and building internal leadership. A management style that fosters respect, teamwork and innovative approaches.
• Highly organized, attention to detail and ability to priority; ability to manage a high-volume workload; excellent time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to understand and handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and oral communication skills.
• Fluency in oral and written English required; additional languages are a plus.
• Position is based in New York City.

Salary range: $90,000 – $115,000. Salary commensurate with experience.

Candidates must possess authorization to work in the U.S. Expected start date is March 17, 2025.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

It is the policy of Pure Earth to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, gender or gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time, exempt position, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. Work is performed at a desk in an office environment. In person office minimum is Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Pure Earth’s office is located at 475 Riverside Drive, Suite 860, New York City. Applicants must live in, or within commuting distance of, the New York City office, be willing to relocate at their own expense, or to travel to the office regularly at their own expense.

HOW TO APPLY

Email a resume and cover letter as a single attachment to [email protected]. Do not apply through an online job aggregator, as such applications will not be reviewed. Subject line must read “HR Manager” or application will not be received or reviewed. Deadline to apply: 15 March 2025. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.  No phone calls will be accepted. A skills test will be issued. Accommodations can be made upon request.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Senior Director of Research and Technical Support

Location: Flexible.

Deadline to Apply: March 25, 2025

Please note that this offer was initially published as Senior Director of Research and Quality Management. If you already applied for that position, you do not need to do it again as all the previous candidates will be included in this new round.

About Pure Earth:

Pure Earth is an international non-profit organization dedicated to preventing exposure to toxic lead and mercury among vulnerable communities around the globe. We implement evidence-based interventions that leverage the best available science and technology to achieve measurable improvements to public health. More information is available at www.pureearth.org.

Position Summary:

As the Senior Director of Research and Technical Support, you will play a crucial role in ensuring high standards of quality across Pure Earth’s fieldwork, research, and publications. Your expertise will help ensure that field programs are informed by high-quality data and the best technical practices. You will provide analytical support to Pure Earth’s leadership to help prioritize issues, strategies, and locations for fieldwork, and will lead the design of state-of-the-art interventions, research, knowledge management systems, and quality assurance capabilities. The Sr. Director will also oversee the development of technical publications and resources, and may represent Pure Earth with donors, governments, and other stakeholders, as appropriate.

Reporting to the VP, Programs, the Sr. Director will lead and supervise Pure Earth’s Technical Unit members within the Programs Department, working alongside the Technical Advisors and Program Directors, among others.

Key Responsibilities:

Crosscutting / Transversal

• Ensure that programs and research activities are designed based on Pure Earth’s mission and strategy, with the objective of understanding and mitigating exposure to lead and mercury in affected populations.
• Contribute to the development of a technical assistance model which drives program quality, builds technical capacity of staff and partners, and achieves our deliverables.

• Spearhead the provision of consistent high-quality technical assistance to Pure Earth country offices and programs, integrating quality management throughout.
• Lead the establishment of technical standards, technical procedures/protocols, and transversal models for programming based on the best available research, pertinent regulations, and prevailing standards and guidelines, and incorporate these standards and models throughout Pure Earth’s work.
• Directly participate in Pure Earth’s efforts to build the evidence base for our work and to find innovative cross-sector solutions that reduce lead and mercury exposures and their consequences in human health.
• When needed, represent Pure Earth with international agencies and partners dealing globally with the lead and mercury issues.

Research & Knowledge Management

• Lead the design and implementation of Pure Earth’s field-related research projects, developing research proposals, objectives, methodologies, and standards.
• Contribute to project proposals to secure funding for new initiatives.
• Identify potential research topics and review proposals, providing feedback and guidance on research design.
• Analyze data collected through field programs and author peer-reviewed manuscripts and other publications
• Oversee and coordinate research activities to align with the organization’s strategic goals, facilitate collaboration with external entities.
• Conduct desktop research on environmental and public health issues to inform prioritization and strategic decisions.
• Manage effective data collection, analysis, documentation, and use across all programs.
• Ensure timely delivery of research outputs, including papers, reports, and articles highlighting lessons, outcomes, and cost-effectiveness of fieldwork.
• Maintain and enhance relationships with external research, academic, and scientific partners, coordinating in-country visits as necessary.
• Design and implement training and capacity-building activities on research and scientific topics for internal and external audiences.

Quality Assurance

• Establish technical standards and procedures that are grounded in the best available practices, data, and technologies.
• Measure program quality and incorporate cost-effectiveness considerations into decision-making.
• Participate in the dissemination of project outcomes and learnings to foster a culture of curiosity and debate.
• Develop training resources and assessment tools to improve organizational capacity for data utilization.
• Engage in Pure Earth’s monitoring and evaluation practices, ensuring comprehensive integration of data collection and technical assistance.
• Implement accountability mechanisms for excellence in Quality Management.
• Manage performance within the Technical Unit, providing actionable feedback and supporting professional development.

Qualifications:

• MPhil or MSc degree in a relevant technical field (Ph.D. strongly preferred) such as environmental health, environmental engineering, chemistry, medicine, or related disciplines.
• A minimum of 7+ years of experience designing, managing, and overseeing environmental or public health interventions or research programs, preferably in low- and middle-income countries.
• Exceptional analytical skills and research experience, including with critiquing papers, statistics, and research design
• A strong portfolio of technical and/or academic publications on related issues.
• A track record of driving evidence-based decisions.
• Experience engaging effectively with donors, governments, international agencies, and research institutions.
• Proven ability to lead diverse, multicultural teams in multiple locations.
• Collaborative and inclusive leadership style that fosters strong relationships across different cultures and backgrounds.
• Willingness to travel internationally and to work flexible hours across time zones.
• Experience working in an international non-profit organization in low and middle-income countries is a plus.
• Must be fluent in English. Multilingual capabilities are a plus.

Note: Pure Earth may be flexible in these qualifications for candidates who exhibit exceptional skills/experience in most, but not all areas of qualification.

Why Join Us?

At Pure Earth, you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact on global health. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to lead innovative research initiatives that protect the most vulnerable populations.

Work Environment

Pure Earth’s core strength is its team of nearly 100 passionate, skilled professionals working through nine offices across the globe. This team includes a diversity of professional expertise that spans the fields of medicine, engineering, toxicology, public health, behavioral and social sciences, communications, administration, and a host of other relevant disciplines.

Most US-based team members work flexible schedules through a hybrid of in-office and remote working days.

Pure Earth offers:

-A chance to have a large positive impact on the world, and improve millions of lives

-Pure Earth is proud to offer a competitive benefits package to its employees. We observe 14 paid holidays. Vacation starts at 15 days (3 weeks) per year for new full-time employees. Employees accrue 12 sick days each year and may accrue and use up to 4 personal days per year. Pure Earth also offers medical, vision and dental, transit, 401k matching and other benefits to its employees. Pure Earth cost-shares medical health care insurance premium with the employee. Partners and dependents are also able to join the medical insurance program, at the employees cost.

-Salary range: 140.000-150.000 USD/year.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about environmental health and ready to drive meaningful change, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter as a single (combined) PDF document outlining your relevant experience and enthusiasm for the role.

Pure Earth is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and embrace diversity, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Our evaluation of candidates and employees is always based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We are committed to ensuring that no individual is discriminated against on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Pure Earth is unable to sponsor visas for this role.

Due to the large number of applications, we apologize in advance and will only respond to those profiles deemed suitable for the role.