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 Support the development of project charters, plans, risk logs, and status reports for assigned divisional projects Ensure timely and efficient project execution Regularly report on and update the status of assigned divisional projects 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 Ensure events are on time, in budget, and meet all the requirements 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 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 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 Benefits 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr International Justice Mission