Advocacy Associate
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International Justice Mission is hiring an Advocacy Associate based in Fort Portal, Uganda. The role coordinates survivor leadership initiatives, delivers trauma-informed workshops, and supports integration of survivor voices into programming and public engagement. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, or related field, plus at least four years of relevant experience.
- Role focused on survivor leadership and advocacy within a global protection mission
- Based in Fort Portal, Uganda, supporting the Rwenzori region
- Requires 4+ years of social work or counseling experience with survivors
- Trauma-informed approaches and cross-cultural communication are essential
- Working knowledge of local Rwenzori languages is preferred
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- Language Requirement:
- English
- Working Hours:
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- Job descriptions &
Requirements
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 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 an
ADVOCACY ASSOCIATE- FORTPROTAL.
Job
Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects across global teams, with strong prioritization and organizational skills to ensure timely and effective delivery.
Proficiency in trauma-informed approaches and cross-cultural communication, enabling respectful and empowering engagement with survivors of violence.
Skilled in advising and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to align strategies, reconcile priorities, and sustain survivor-led initiatives.
Capable of examining and appraising program tools and resources, incorporating feedback to improve usability and impact across regional contexts.
Proficient in disseminating information and conducting workshops, with the ability to explain concepts clearly and facilitate learning in multicultural environments.
Summary
The Advocacy associate sustains and advances survivor leadership globally by coordinating strategic initiatives, advising cross-regional teams and disseminating trauma-informed resources. This role supports the integration of survivor voices into programming and public engagement, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and survivor empowerment goals.
Key
Responsibilities
- Examine and reconcile regional survivor group strategies with the Global Survivor Network framework to ensure consistent implementation and impact.
- Conduct and oversee the rollout of Advocacy & Power of Story workshops, ensuring trauma-informed delivery and cross-cultural relevance.
- Appraise and advise on the development of survivor leadership tools and KPIs, incorporating feedback from global teams to enhance usability and effectiveness.
- Identify and recommend professional development opportunities for survivor leaders, supporting sustained engagement and growth.
- Compare, determine, and disseminate best practices across IJM teams to elevate survivor leadership and align with global advocacy.
Education
&
Experience
- A bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, community psychology or related field.
- A minimum of four (4) years’
- in social work, counseling, including working with survivors of sexual violence or other traumatic experiences.
- working with child and women survivors of violence preferred.
- establishing networks and partnering with social service providers.
- Demonstrable experience, technical knowledge of trauma and application of trauma-informed approaches within case management and/or clinical interventions.
- in coaching and training.
- working with the Uganda criminal justice system.
- Fluency in the English language both written and spoken is mandatory. Working knowledge of local languages in the Rwenzori region preferred.
- Critical Qualities
- Mature Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
- Working knowledge of Gender Based Violence
- Ability to work with survivors of Intimate Partner Violence and Child Sexual Abuse
- Knowledge of social service programming
- Ability to use tools for monitoring and evaluation and data analysis.
- Working knowledge of justice processes
- Ability to form and maintain partnerships
- Knowledge of the problem-solving process in case management
- 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 ADVOCACY ASSOCIATE- FORT PORTAL
- . 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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