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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 Vice President of Enterprise Data Analytics to lead the transformation of IJM into a unified, data-driven organization by establishing and scaling an integrated enterprise data ecosystem.

This leader is responsible for connecting fragmented data capabilities across regions, programs, fundraising, and operations into a cohesive, trusted, and scalable data environment and will define and drive enterprise data strategy, architecture, governance, and analytics—enabling IJM to operate with clarity, speed, and insight in pursuit of its mission.

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

• Enterprise Data Strategy & Architecture Define and lead IJM’s enterprise data strategy, aligning business priorities with data, analytics, and platform investments; Establish a clear target state architecture spanning data platforms, integrations, analytics tools, and AI enablement; Drive the transition from fragmented systems to a connected, enterprise data ecosystem; Building the “Data Kingdom” (Federated Model) Design and operationalize a federated data model that connects distributed teams while standardizing core practices; Enable domain ownership of data while ensuring enterprise alignment on definitions, standards, and quality; Identify and connect IJM’s “data brainpower” across regions to accelerate capability growth; Enterprise Data Governance & Stewardship Work with the VP, AI and Data Governance to establish and scale data governance, stewardship, and lifecycle management across the organization; Define consistent data definitions, quality standards, and ownership models; Partner closely with Legal, Risk, and Technology leaders to ensure responsible and compliant data use; Analytics & Insight Enablement (Beyond Reporting) Move IJM from reporting to insight-driven decision-making; Build a modern analytics capability that includes self-service BI, advanced analytics/data science, and strategic advisory to leadership; Ensure analytics capability serves programs, fundraising, and enterprise decision-making— not just one domain; Platform & Capability Development Partner with Data & Technology teams to build scalable data platforms, integration layers, and analytics environments; Rationalize tools and reduce duplication across teams; Lay the foundation for AI-enabled workflows and agentic capabilities; Change Leadership & Adoption Drive adoption of enterprise data practices across leadership and frontline teams; Build a data-first culture where data is trusted, insights inform decisions, and teams are empowered by tools; Lead change management, communication, and training initiatives; Organizational Design & Talent Strategy Assess current data talent across IJM and define a future-state capability model; Build and lead a high-performing, cross-functional data organization; Identify gaps and hire strategically to elevate enterprise capability; and Participation in IJM’s community of spiritual formation.
• 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; Strategic leader able to translate complex concepts into enterprise-wide alignment; Proven capability to lead organizational change and adoption at scale across global teams; Influences and builds alignment; Highly disciplined, detail-oriented, and outcome-focused with strong emphasis on impact and continuous improvement; Collaborative, service-oriented leadership style in alignment with IJM’s mission and values; and Adept at creative problem solving.

• 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

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.

International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,300 professionals are at work worldwide in over 20 countries. 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.

Learn more about our work at ijm.org Visit our careers site below to learn about benefits, what it is like to work at IJM and to see frequently asked questions. https://www.ijm.org/careers

IJM is a leader in the global effort to safeguard vulnerable people. In compliance with International Safeguarding Standards (UNICEF, IASC 6 core principles on PSEA, IASC Minimum operating standards on PSEA and CHS) we commit to a zero-tolerance policy and to take measures to prevent harm against anyone who comes into contact with IJM and its work. By choosing to move forward in the assessment and hiring process you are affirming you will abide by IJM’s Safeguarding Policy, Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Policy, Code of Ethics and related procedures.