Head of Recruiting

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 Head Recruiter.

The Head of Recruiting is responsible for overseeing the recruitment process within the organization, full desk recruiting of executive hiring and expatriats, and providing leadership to US based recruiters. This role involves both hands-on recruiting and strategic planning to enhance the recruiting process, improve candidate experience, and support workforce planning initiatives. The Head of Recruiting will work closely with the VP of Talent Pipeline and Development and with HRBPs to develop and implement recruiting strategies.

This position is based remotely in the US with a preference for DC based candidates. It reports to the VP, Talent Pipeline & Development and is only available for candidates with the right to work in the US.

Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition

• Oversee the applicant process flow to ensure compliance with internal hiring practices. Includes applicant screening, candidate follow-up, interviewing, skills testing, job offers, and background checks including but not limited to IJM’s executive and expatriate hiring. 

• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.

• Build strong relationships with hiring managers and HRBP's to understand their needs and provide expert guidance on recruitment processes.

• Utilize various recruiting tools and platforms, including social media, job boards, and professional networks, to identify and engage potential candidates.

• Manage candidate communications and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

• Partners with HR leadership team members and hiring managers to support the attraction and retention of highly skilled employees, giving guidance and candidate feedback on total rewards, relocation plans, internal transfers, new hire orientation, and onboarding.

• Maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for future hiring needs.

• Keep up to date with industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition.

• Responsible for maintaining and improving the functionality and data integrity of HR systems related to applicant tracking and hire data.

Strategic Planning

• Work with the Vice President of Talent Pipeline & Development to develop and execute comprehensive recruiting strategies aligned with IJM’s goals and objectives.

• Analyze recruitment metrics and data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and success stories prepare regular reports on recruiting activities, metrics, and outcomes for senior leadership participate in workforce planning discussions to anticipate future hiring needs and align recruiting efforts accordingly.

• Foster relationships with external recruitment agencies, universities, and other partners to enhance the talent pipeline stay informed about changes in employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance in all recruitment activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of recruiters, providing guidance, support, and professional development.

• Oversee the daily operations of the recruiting team in the US, ensuring adherence to IJM’s policies and procedures.

• Set performance goals and objectives for the recruiting team and monitor progress towards these goals.

• Conduct regular team meetings to review performance metrics, share updates, and address any challenges or concerns develop and implement training programs for new recruiters to ensure they are well equipped to succeed in their roles.

• Collaborate with the HR team to develop and maintain a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

• Manage recruitment budgets and resources effectively to maximize efficiency and return on investment.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field or qualifying experience.

• Minimum of seven years’ experience in full cycle recruiting, with at least three years in a leadership or supervisory role.

• Proven track record of successfully filling high level and specialized positions.

• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, tools, and technologies.

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and HR software (Workday experience is required).

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations governing the employment process.

• Extensive experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, Talent Insights, and other sourcing tools.

Critical Qualities:

• Eager commitment to IJM's Core Values: Christian, Professional and Bridge-Building;

• Self-starter with strong initiative; 

• Able to handle multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment;

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and team members;

• Able to be results-oriented with a strong customer-service orientation at all levels of an organization; 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 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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