Sr. Lead, Training & Development

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 Sr. Lead, Training & Development.

The Sr. Lead, Training & Development is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing training and development programs that enhance the skills, knowledge, and performance of staff globally. This role will ensure that training initiatives are aligned with the organization's strategic goals and support a culture of continuous learning and development. The Sr. Lead will work closely with the Vice President of Talent Pipeline and Development and with business leaders to identify training needs and development programs that drive employee engagement, retention, and overall organizational effectiveness.

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

Responsibilities:

Training Program Development and Management

• Design and implement comprehensive training programs, including onboarding, technical skills, leadership development, and compliance training.

• Conduct training needs assessment to identify gaps and prioritize training initiatives.

• Design and deliver engaging and effective training materials, including e-learning modules, workshops, seminars, and instructional guides.

• Evaluate program effectiveness through feedback and performance metrics.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop specialized content.

• Develop and maintain training policies and procedures, ensuring consistency and quality across all training initiatives.

•  Monitor training compliance and participation. 

Global Training Initiatives

• Coordinate consistent global training programs while accommodating regional needs.

• Develop and maintain a global training calendar.

• Oversee deployment of training technologies for remote and virtual learning.

• Promote a culture of continuous learning and encourage employee participation.

Leadership and Employee Development

• Design and implement leadership development programs.

• Develop succession planning initiatives.

• Collaborate on individual development plans aligning with organizational goals.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational development, education, or a related field. 

• Minimum of five years of experience in training and development.

• Proven experience in designing and implementing global training programs.

• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and training methodologies.

• Minimum of 2-3 years of global experience.

• Professional certification (CPTD, SHRM-SCP) is a plus. 

Technical Competencies

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences.

• Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully delivering training projects on time and within budget.

• Proficiency in learning management systems and other training technologies.

• Ability to analyze training effectiveness and make data-driven decisions.

Critical Qualities:

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

• Extensive international experience.

• Highly adaptive and able to reprioritize at a moment’s notice.

• Exceptional collaborator with a natural inclination towards proactivity.

• Personable and able to work with a variety of personalities in a fast-paced environment.

• Self-accountable and able to meet deadlines with little supervision.

• Culturally aware and sensitive.

• Sales and marketing mindset with strong networking ability.

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.

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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