The Assistant to the Executive Director of the Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP) at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government provides comprehensive support for the Executive Director and manages a variety of administrative and programmatic projects for WAPPP. The position reports to the Executive Director.
Responsibilities
High-level Administrative Support
Provides high-level support on all aspects related to Executive Director's role of administration, policy outreach, teaching, and fundraising
Performs a wide range of complex and confidential administrative support duties, including extensive and complex calendar and travel management, travel reimbursements and business expense reconciliations
Organizes and tracks projects and tasks to ensure commitments are met and workflow is appropriately prioritized
Takes the lead on management of website and other communications channels in support of Executive Director's role
Composes, proofreads, edits, and prepares correspondence for the Executive Director
Works with Executive Director on major documents and reports
Prepares Executive Director materials and briefing for all internal and external speaking engagements, media interviews, and meetings
Manages Executive Director's calendar, voicemail, incoming calls, and email
Provides overall administrative support, including coordinating conference calls, organizing and maintaining files and filing system, and scheduling all-team meetings
Assists in implementing Harvard policies and procedures
Serves as point of contact for internal and external constituents seeking to meet with Executive Director
Greets and assists visitors to the WAPPP suite and triages messages received on the WAPPP main phone line
Programmatic Support
Participates in logistical support of events, including but not limited to the From Harvard Square to the Oval Office program, chaired by Executive Director
Assists with fundraising activities of WAPPP, including preparation for donor events, drafting of correspondence, reports and updates, and scheduling donor meetings
Participates in WAPPP activities and projects, including but not limited to correspondence and mailings, phone coverage, newsletters, and website updates
Performs library and research work and summarizes findings
As a core member of the WAPPP team, takes on critical project work and provides assistance in support of the mission as needed as well as special projects
We regret that the Harvard Kennedy School does not provide Visa Sponsorship. Harvard University requires pre-employment references and background checks. Harvard University is committed to supporting a healthy, sustainable learning and working environment.
Please note: During the current period of Covid-19 related restrictions, this position may start as a remote position, with transition to onsite in Cambridge, Massachusetts when the office reopens.
We continue to monitor the evolving COVID-19 and lifting of restrictions. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility with our interview process. We will be conducting interviews virtually for selected candidates until further notice.
Salary Grade: 053
Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
2 or more years of professional experience in increasingly responsible administrative positions preferred. Demonstrated use of Outlook and other Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Bachelor's degree preferred. Academic or professional experience that is mission aligned is preferred. Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast paced environment under strict deadlines with minimal supervision. Ability to synthesize information, problem-solve, and troubleshoot. Ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion. Attention to detail and accuracy necessary. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills essential. Must be a team player and have a positive attitude.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Internal Number: 52552BR
About Harvard University Kennedy School
Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.
