Assistant, Employee Experience (Temporary)

Who We Are
International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 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 temporary Assistant, Employee Experience to provide 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 position is hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) if located in the Washington, DC area or remote for non-local candidates. It reports to the Director, Spiritual Formation and requires current authorization to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future.
Responsibilities:
Documentation, Reporting & Data Management
Support the development of project charters, plans, risk logs, and status reports for assigned divisional projects;
Ensure timely and efficient project execution; and
Regularly report on and update the status of assigned divisional projects.
Events and Logistics
Responsibilities related to event planning, conceptualization, and logistical arrangements for executing IJM events;
Support events as needed, including orientation, prayer retreats, trainings, and/or other events that arise; and
Ensure events are on time, in budget, and meet all the requirements.
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; and
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; and
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
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 candidate’s value congruence and thorough background, police clearance, and reference check processes.
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Skills
Excel, Project Management, Documentation