HR Specialist, Alumni Engagement

International Justice Mission•Virginia - Hybrid, VA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking an HR Specialist, Alumni Engagement to build relationships and lead networks and processes that keep former IJM interns and fellows connected to IJM’s mission after their formal service. The role partners across Talent Pipeline & Development, Advancement, and Global Programs to create alumni engagement journeys that deepen connection and participation and align alumni contributions with IJM’s strategic priorities. Alumni may support fundraising, talent acquisition, volunteer engagement, advocacy, and other mission priorities. The position oversees alumni data and uses analysis to make engagement efforts informed, scalable, and impact driven. It is hybrid, with onsite work Tuesdays and Thursdays for candidates in the Washington, DC area, and remote for non-local candidates. The role reports to the Manager, Global Interns & Fellows Program. Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable now or in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Nonprofit Management, Human Resources, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and certification.
At least 7 years of work experience in alumni relations, nonprofit fundraising, donor engagement, talent acquisition, employee engagement, community building, or a related field.
At least 3 years providing high-level administration and program management support in a fast-paced professional environment.
At least 3 years of event planning experience.
Demonstrated experience building and managing stakeholder or membership communities.
Experience with community platforms, marketing automation tools, and data analytics.
Ability to work with large databases.
High proficiency with Microsoft Office and Salesforce.
Strong project management, organizational, and administrative skills, including the ability to manage many projects and tasks simultaneously with minimal oversight.
Demonstrated ability to develop effective strategic working relationships, especially on remote teams.
Experience building and managing budgets.
Commitment to IJM’s Christian, Professional, and Bridge-Building Core Values.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills for communication and collaboration.
Global and cultural awareness and sensitivity.
Customer-centric mindset, prioritization skills, and a results-oriented approach.
Current authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
A mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostles’ Creed, is required for IJM employees.

Responsibilities

Build an alumni community identity and brand using appropriate tools and industry best practices.
Design and facilitate processes that transition interns, fellows, and staff into the alumni community and encourage continued engagement.
Develop debrief strategies for returning interns and fellows, including re-entry retreats.
Create a mentorship program connecting current interns and fellows with alumni who have served in similar locations or disciplines.
Create and distribute insider updates about IJM’s work and measure the impact of the information shared.
Develop ways for alumni to connect with one another and IJM, including segmented engagement strategies for alumni populations and regions.
Work with Global Resources teams to cultivate alumni as donors, advocates, and fundraising champions.
Serve as the point of contact for IJM alumni.
Migrate alumni data to Salesforce and own alumni data within the CRM.
Maintain accurate alumni records and engagement data through established processes.
Create metrics and dashboards measuring alumni engagement, fundraising participation, volunteer involvement, and recruitment outcomes.
Ensure compliance with data privacy requirements and donor stewardship standards.
Analyze data and prepare reports and presentations for senior leaders and key stakeholders on alumni engagement and its effectiveness.
Partner with Talent Pipeline & Development to analyze data and develop alumni engagement opportunities for specific job families and recruitment needs.
Develop alumni referral programs for open positions, including an alumni jobs board, and support interns and fellows in their career paths.
Work with the global recruiting community of practice to develop strategic alumni engagement practices.
Partner with global advancement teams—including fundraising, mobilization, advocacy, prayer, and government relations—to develop alumni journeys aligned with strategic priorities.
Partner with global program teams to engage alumni subject matter experts in support of strategic priorities.
Survey global leaders to identify additional opportunities for alumni engagement to serve mission priorities.
Perform administrative tasks for IF Program events and the team as needed, at the direction of the Manager, Global Interns & Fellows Program.
Participate in IJM’s community of spiritual formation.