Who We Are
International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,300 professionals are at work worldwide in over 30 offices. Together we are on a mission to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice unstoppable.
We are a global community that cares for one another. We believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We provide professional excellence with joy and celebration to all those we serve.
The Need
For over 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence. 9 out of 9 times in the last decade, IJM’s Justice System Strengthening Projects have reduced slavery and violence between 50 and 85% for very large populations of people in poverty. As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people from violence, we are seeking a Coordinator, Employee Experience.
The Coordinator, Employee Experience provides administrative, logistical and project support to the Employee Experience team. This position will also be assigned various projects within the team in accordance with need and priority. This position is responsible for assisting in the prioritization, execution, and successful completion of all assigned ongoing and discrete projects within the division.
This position requires a detail oriented and adaptable demeanor, with the ability to prioritize and remain organized to deliver excellence.
This is an in-person position with the option to work in a hybrid capacity (onsite Tuesdays and Thursdays), depending on needs, for candidates based in the Washington, DC area. The role reports to the Sr. Coordinator, Employee Experience, and is open only to individuals authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities:

Documentation, Reporting & Data Management

• Develop and maintain project documentation including charters, plans, risk logs, and status reports.
• Ensure timely execution and regular updates on assigned divisional projects.
• Manage and maintain the vendor index for the Arlington Office.

Events and Logistics

• Assist in planning and executing events such as orientations, prayer retreats, and Arlington Office events.
• Ensure events are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Ensure the Arlington Office maintains a high level of excellence by routinely checking and refreshing all spaces and resources.

Clerical and Administration

• Routine administrative responsibilities like scheduling, updating data, approvals in systems, etc., that help achieve daily work
• Schedule, create agendas, and take notes for meetings related to the projects assigned
• Assist with ongoing programming such as corporate prayer
• Support org-wide initiatives

General Tasks

• Participate in IJM’s community of spiritual formation
• Responsibilities that are basic and standard for a given role including coordination, follow-ups, or any other general task
• Participate in divisional rhythms and support when needed
• Submit expense reports for relevant expenses
• Support team members for divisional projects as needed

Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years of experience providing top-level administrative and project support in a fast-paced, professional environment
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven ability to work with a diverse team of experts and specialists
• Capacity to manage and execute several projects and tasks simultaneously
• Excellent business writing skills
• Proven planning and implementing skills
• Experience in Microsoft Office (OneNote, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent time management skills
• Experience in project management strongly preferred
• Demonstrated success in problem-solving and finding creative, innovative solutions

Critical Qualities:

• Eager commitment to IJM’s Core Values: Christian, Professional and Bridge-Building;
• Mature Christian faith
• Ability to build unity and alignment across teams and projects
• Strong relationship and interpersonal skills with demonstrated success in developing excellent working relationships with various people
• Exceptional collaborator with diverse teams
• High credibility with staff and partners

Application Process:

Upload Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith* in one PDF document.

• What is a statement of faith?

A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document and should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.

What does IJM have to offer?

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
• Monthly commuter and parking benefits in the DC metro area
• Retirement benefit options
• Paid leave starting at 23 days
• 12 holidays (plus early release the day prior)
• Daily, quarterly, and annual community spiritual formation
• Robust staff care resources

IJM holds strict safeguarding principles and a zero tolerance to violations of the Safeguarding Policy, Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Policy, and Code of Ethics. Candidate selection is based on technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring criteria subject to assessing the candidates value congruence and thorough background, police clearance, and reference check processes.
At IJM, we’re committed to building a diverse workforce through fair and equitable employment practices. IJM encourages people of any race, color, age, sex, marital status or political ideology to apply for employment. While we welcome everyone into this work, we truly believe that the work we are doing is God’s work, not our own, and practice spiritual disciplines together daily. That’s why we legally require under SEC. 2000e-1 [Section702] of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that all employees practice a mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
IJM requires a background check, police clearance and thorough review of references with an employment offer and/or employment contract.

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• Participate in IJM’s community of spiritual formation
• Responsibilities that are basic and standard for a given role including coordination, follow-ups, or any other general task
• Participate in divisional rhythms and support when needed
• Submit expense reports for relevant expenses
• Support team members for divisional projects as neede