Specialist, Investigations Expert, VAWC

# **Specialist, Investigations Expert, VAWC**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 Specialist, Investigations Expert, Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC).This role will be instrumental in building the capacity of IJM staff and local justice actors and collaborating with IJM’s legal and aftercare teams to ensure comprehensive victim protection and perpetrator accountability. This position requires a commitment to IJM’s mission and values, exceptional investigative acumen, strategic vision, cross-cultural sensitivity, and the ability to operate effectively in challenging contexts.* ***There is a strong preference for candidates based in the Washington, DC area.**** ***Spanish language proficiency is highly preferred.*****Responsibilities:**Ensure compliance with IJM’s investigative protocols, legal requirements, and victim-centered approaches. **Qualifications:**Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in criminal investigations, with a significant focus on complex cases involving sexual violence, child abuse, intimate partner violence and homicide.Extensive experience working within law enforcement agencies (police, intelligence, or similar) at a senior level, with demonstrated leadership in investigations.Experience working with civil society organizations who work with justice systems or in communities to create safe environments. Proven experience in training and mentoring other investigators or law enforcement personnel. Experience working in Latin America, Africa or other developing contexts, with a strong understanding of cultural nuances and justice system challenges.Exceptional investigative and analytical skills, with the ability to gather, interpret, and synthesize complex information. Strong legal knowledge related to criminal justice, human rights, and VAWC legislation. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cross-cultural negotiation skills. ## **Critical Qualities:*** Demonstrates humility, patience, gentleness, kindness, self-control in all aspects of work, and is a servant leader.* Self-starter with strong initiative.* Disciplined with priorities.* Exceptional verbal and written communication.* Exceptional trainer and public speaker.* Flexible, collaborative and eager to support others.* Effective team player who fosters collaborative environment.* Adept at creative problem solving.## **Application Process:**Upload Resume, Cover Letter & required documents in one PDF document.Proficiency in case management software and investigative tools.Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Strong interpersonal skills and self-awareness.Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits Monthly commuter and parking benefits in the DC metro areaVisit our careers site below to learn about benefits, what it is like to work at IJM and to see frequently asked questions. #J-18808-Ljbffr