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 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence.

As IJM continues this trajectory of growth and scaling of its impact, IJM’s Signature Events team is seeking an enthusiastic and agile team member to support the team in executing events that create explosive and scalable revenue growth. This individual will support our Signature Events team to provide the necessary project management and logistical excellence for Signature Events.

This position is hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) if located in the Washington, DC area or remote for non-local candidates. It reports to the Global Vice President, Marketing & Communications and is only available for candidates with the right to work in the US.

Responsibilities

Events and Logistics

• Create and lead the processes for executing on all operational logistics across Signature Events;

• Manage the distribution of print and event materials via shipping to ensure projects are well executed;

• Travel occasionally to manage and support IJMs presence at Signature Events;

• Support the Signature Events team, under the direction of the Director, in the creation of briefs, reports and necessary details to ensure meetings are well executed; and

• Ensure event webpages are up to date and functioning.

Documentation, Reporting & Data Management

• Monitor, track and report on Signature Events;

• Develop new ways for the team to report, thank and engage key partners;

• Manage all contracts and invoice process and maintain the library of contracts and invoices; and

• Keep partnership documents, processes and communications up to date.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (communication, marketing, etc);

• Understanding of all platforms (digital, web, print, event, etc) utilized for marketing; and

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Critical Qualities

• Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;

• Self-starter with strong initiative;

• Disciplined with priorities;

• Strong interpersonal skills and self-awareness;

• Exceptional verbal and written communication;

• Flexible, collaborative and eager to support others;

• Effective team player who fosters collaborative environment; and

• Adept at creative problem solving.

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 bac