Program Partnership Specialist (Fort Portal)

Full time @International Justice Mission in Administration Email Job

Job Detail

  • Job ID 24646
  • Career Level  Officer
  • Experience  3 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Administration
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • Job Type  Full time

Job Description

nternational 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 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.

The Need

For 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence. As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people globally from violence by 2030, we are seeking to recruit a Program Partnership Specialist Rwenzori Region based in Fort Portal.

Job Summary: The program partnership specialist supports the implementation of justice system strengthening initiatives, advising and guiding partners and government actors. This role conducts coordination and capacity-building activities to sustain engagement and improve responses to protection programs and related justice issues.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate district-level justice system needs and advise on partner engagement strategies.
  • Guide the development and delivery of training and support tools for partners and government stakeholders.
  • Organize coordination efforts across districts to ensure consistent application of protection models.
  • Identify systemic gaps and recommend improvements to enhance justice system responses.
  • Conduct oversight of programmatic activities to support learning and delivery outcomes.

Requirements:

  • Ability to guide and advise partners and government actors in applying tools and approaches that support justice system improvements.
  • Skills to organize and oversee program activities, including basic budget tracking and operational coordination.
  • Capacity to evaluate field data and determine areas for program enhancement.
  • Effective communication to engage stakeholders and sustain collaborative relationships.
  • Experience in conducting training sessions and supporting the use of casework tools and resources.

Education & Experience:

  • A degree in program management, social sciences, Law, business administration, management, or a similar field preferred).
  • A minimum of Seven (7) years’ experience in delivering justice and or development programs with a particular focus on VAWC. With a minimum of three (3) years leading teams.
  • Experience working in a professional international environment preferred.
  • Experience leading and managing teams in a multidisciplinary setting to produce required results.
  • Demonstrable experience in identifying training needs, developing training materials and delivering trainings with sustainable impact.
  • Capacity and demonstrable experience in developing activity plans and measuring their successful implementation.
  • Fluency in the English language both written and spoken is mandatory. Working knowledge of local languages added advantage.
  • Experience in supervision and mentorship is an added advantage.
  • Excellent computer literacy with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Excellent organizational and administrative, critical thinking, legal analysis and oral and written communication skills.
  • Possess a valid driving license with a clean record.

Critical Qualities: 

  • Mature Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
  • Knowledge and understanding of best practices for delivering programs that prevent or provide effective responses to VAWC
  • Knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the public justice system at a national and a local level in Uganda.
  • Understanding of trauma informed approaches and of the needs of survivors of VAWC

Application Process:  

Please submit Resume/CV, Cover Letter, and Statement of Faith* in one PDF document to ugandarecruiting@ijm.org by 1600hrs EAT on Friday 14th August 2026 with the subject line APPLICATION PROGRAM PARTNERSHIP SPECIALIST- RWENZORI. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What does IJM have to offer? 

  • A meaningful role contributing to IJM’s mission.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • A diverse and international working environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Daily, quarterly and annual community spiritual formation opportunities.
  • Flexible remote working arrangements, depending on location and role requirements.

*What is a statement of faith?
A statement of faith should describe your faith and how you see it 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.

IJM holds strict safeguarding principles and zero tolerance to violations of the Safeguarding Policy, Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Policy and Code of Conduct. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing the candidates value congruence and thorough background, police clearance and reference check processes. 

IJM requires a background check, police clearance and thorough review of references with an employment offer and/or employment contract.

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