Outreach and Special Projects Coordinator

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Outreach and Special Projects Coordinator assumes a key support role for all departmental community outreach efforts. They also support a range of special projects and events to bring key stakeholders together to promote civic engagement work at Harvard College through residential engagement and supporting a wide range of campus civic visibility efforts and campus engagement activities

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Community Outreach:

• Oversees production of the Public Service Weekly newsletter during the fall and spring semesters.

• Works with several campus offices to generate social media content and connects with a variety of key stakeholders across campus and in the community.

• Develops content for promotional materials, annual reports, and program directories. They are specifically responsible for developing content for the department’s annual report and public service directory.

Special Projects:

• Works in collaboration with Public Service Tutors, proctors, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners to support special programming for the department

• Support for events includes conferences, speaker events, residential activities, community-building activities, along with days of service

• This role will provide additional support to student leaders and support several major departmental activities including board meetings and conferences

• Reviews grant applications, serves on selection committees, supports advisory boards, and represents the department at campus functions and community meetings as needed

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required 
- Minimum of 1 year of community engagement work experience in an academic or non-profit environment

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

- Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex situations effectively.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and constituencies.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Proven ability to manage sensitive relationships with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong planning and coordination skills, particularly in organizing student programs, activities, and events.
- Knowledge of the public service landscape at Harvard College is preferred.
- Experience in residential life or student residential communities is preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of service and support.

Additional Information

- Appointment End Date:
- Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
- Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable):
- Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
- Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal
- Other Information:  The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs and objectives and consistent with College Policy, which requires 5 days on-site in Cambridge, MA during term time (first day of classes through commencement), with the exception of winter break in December, spring break in March, and the summer months when students are away from campus, where staff is expected be on campus two days a week. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts (http://chrome-extension:/efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https:/harvie.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum12046/files/humanresources/files/employment_outside_ma_policy.pdf). Additional details about the College policy will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 055. Please visit   Harvard's Salary Ranges   to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

- Generous paid time off including parental leave 
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one 
- Retirement plans with university contributions 
- Wellbeing and mental health resources 
- Support for families and caregivers 
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement 
- Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page .

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination . We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy . Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.