Program Partnership Specialist – Regional

International Justice Mission

. Guide and coordinate operational and financial processes supporting management of a large portfolio of program partners across the assigned region .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in partnership management, compliance, and financial documentation, with a strong focus on developing and implementing operational frameworks that enhance organizational effectiveness. Proven ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders and ensure adherence to donor compliance and safeguarding principles.

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Partnership ManagementGrants ManagementCompliance GuidanceData ManagementRisk Assessment

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementMonitoring And Evaluation (M&E)Financial DocumentationData CollectionPolicy DevelopmentOperational FrameworksPartnership Due DiligenceFunding StrategiesContractingSafeguarding Principles

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCreative Problem SolvingTeam CollaborationSelf-Starter

Tools & Technologies

SharePointOrganizational Data Systems

Industry Keywords

International DevelopmentNGO ExperienceDonor ComplianceData Privacy RegulationsAudit-Ready Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Guide and coordinate operational and financial processes supporting management of a large portfolio of program partners across the assigned region
Lead payment processes and coordinate a portfolio of funding strategies
Develop methods and resources for tracking and reporting partner program implementation, results monitoring, and financial documentation
Coordinate with global teams including finance, risk and legal, programs, and philanthropy
Conduct onboarding of new partners with in-country staff and develop onboarding materials and requirements
Revise and expand resources and processes for partner due diligence and capacity assessments
Develop partnership operational crisis response action plans
Lead day-to-day implementation of multiple funding strategies
Research and identify potential new funding strategies and develop partnership models for regional leadership
Manage relationships with external payment vendors and funding management stakeholders
Coordinate contracting with new partners and updates with existing partners, including drafting partner scopes of work aligned with program objectives
Engage global and regional risk and legal teams to assess and mitigate partnership risks
Evaluate partnerships for safeguarding risks and align regional processes with global safeguarding policies
Develop compliance guidance for funded partners, including those managing sub-partners
Collect, organize, and track financial documentation from partners
Design, set up, and maintain a regional partnership SharePoint for centralized partnership data tracking
Participate in IJM’s community of spiritual formation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in International Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field required
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in program management, partnership management, grants management, compliance, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), or a related field
Experience working with NGOs of varying operational, financial, and programmatic capacities, including demonstrated ability to assess operational and financial risks and propose solutions for mitigation
Demonstrated experience managing organizational data systems, reporting processes, and knowledge management initiatives across multiple teams, stakeholders, or regions
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, standards, or operational frameworks that support organizational accountability and effectiveness
Expertise in partnership data management, including data collection, administration, quality assurance, governance, and reporting
Basic knowledge of donor compliance requirements, safeguarding principles, data privacy regulations, and audit-ready documentation practices
Eager commitment to IJM's Core Values: Christian, Professional and Bridge-Building
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to independently professionally communicate with external vendors and NGO partners across multiple countries
Self-starter with ability to independently build trust and relationships across multiple internal and external stakeholders
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
Adept at creative problem solving
Current authorization to work in the United States
Must submit resume, cover letter, and statement of faith in one PDF document
Must practice a mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostles’ Creed
Subject to background check, police clearance, and reference checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

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