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.
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 Global Sr. Specialist, Research to lead research work in forced labor/slavery (FL/S). This person will have excellent technical skills, be proficient at collaboration across teams, understand on-the-ground realities, and drive toward ethical, valuable, and ground-breaking research work. They will serve as leaders for IJM’s FL/S research portfolios and IJM’s and partners’ research staff.
This position is hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) if located in the Washington, DC area or remote for non-local candidates and reports to the Global Vice President, Measurement. Successful candidates must have the right to work within the country in which they reside.
Leadership and Management
Set and drive organizational research agendas.
Lead global change management and adoption efforts on research agendas.
Secure acceptance of research agenda among academia, industry experts, and other influential audiences.
Amend research agenda when needed to match changes in global vision, mission, and strategies.
Technical Research Expertise and Data Analysis
Develop technical guidance on research methodology, approach, planning, execution, and dissemination.
Provide technical services to specific research projects.
Conduct routine data quality assurance reviews.
Participate in organizational reviews of specific research projects and of the research portfolio.
Participate in research steering committees and similar bodies with oversight of specific research studies.
Perform data analysis on research data.
Policies and Procedures
Develop and update/maintain all processes, standards, guidance, and tools necessary to collect, analyze, and interpret research data at field, regional, and global levels.
Provide technical input on research data security, documentation, management, and disposal practices, in line with relevant policies and guidelines.
Review research and other policies and standards to ensure alignment with industry best practices.
Training and Development
Train or coordinate training of relevant staff on all aspects of research, including use of tools, sampling methods, data management, and appropriate data analysis/interpretation.
Develop and resource professional development opportunities for IJM and partner research staff.
Lead a community of practice for IJM and partner research staff.
Contribute to training on measurement, project management, and other topics, as needed to ensure alignment with research policies and standards.
Networking & Partnership
Collaborate closely with IJM’s global measurement staff, program and other staff, subject matter experts, relationship managers, and partners on all aspects of the research work.
Lead and support other staff to disseminate IJM research results.
Secure publication in key journals and presentations at key conferences.
Engage in relevant research forums and networks.
Develop partnerships with research organizations (including academic institutions) to support IJM’s research and programming work.
Participate in IJM’s community of spiritual formation.
Education & Experience
Minimum 8 years of relevant research experience:
Research design, methodology, and implementation to success.
Experimental and quasi-experimental designs.
Forced labor/slavery issues.
Principal investigator/lead researcher roles.
Field research on the ground in one of IJM’s main program areas (Africa, Latin America, South Asia, or Southeast Asia).
Graduate degree in any discipline; evidence of training in research methods.
Technical Competencies
Proven ability to apply knowledge of current and emerging forced labor/slavery research methods to specific research studies. Able to spot and seize opportunities to innovate.
Proven ability to accommodate real-world operating conditions into research designs and plans. Able to move forward absent ideal conditions.
Track record of providing valuable and actionable research insights to teams.
Track record of effective communication to executive, technical, and non-technical audiences alike.
Experience working successfully across teams, especially in a matrix-like structure.
Experience in training, coaching, mentoring, and supporting research staff.
Experience authoring and publishing peer-reviewed academic research and presenting at conferences and industry events.
Experience organizing policy/communication events as well as producing policy resources and publications.
Proven commitment to upholding ethical research standards.
Non-Technical Competencies
Exceptional collaborator with diverse teams from various backgrounds – including technical and non-technical staff.
Exceptional negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
High credibility with staff and partners.
Eager commitment to IJM's Core Values: Christian, Professional and Bridge-Building;
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.
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.
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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