66 department lead jobs found in Cambridge

At the heart of CPL’s mission are our graduate student fellowships, which provide robust leadership development and training to rising public leaders each year. The fellowships offer students an intensive, cohort-based co-curricular program grounded in servant leadership and experiential learning that supplements students’ time in the classroom. The programming speaks to the core of CPL’s and HKS’ commitments to improving public leadership across the globe.  The program manager will oversee the programming and engagement for the Gleitsman Fellowship in Social Activision which supports students committed to social change. Job-Specific Responsibilities:   1.      Co-curricular Planning, Implementation, & Evaluation:  Oversee the fellowship portfolio, which includes: Support, implement, and deliver co-curricular programs focused on the unique context of each fellowship and track student progress Coach graduate students one-on-one each semester to create individualized...

Job Summary: Independently plan and implement academic affairs operations including faculty support, curriculum management and training. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology (OEB) has an opening for a Curriculum and Pedagogy Manager (CPM) that independently plans and implements academic operations including faculty support, curriculum management and training. The CPM plays an essential role supporting introductory and foundational courses offered by OEB, including OEB 10 and 50-level courses. This position works closely with faculty course heads to develop and deliver innovative curricula and course materials, to organize and manage teaching fellows, and to coordinate domestic and international field trips. The CPM will report to OEB’s Chairs and will work collegially with OEB faculty members, head TFs, TAs, and graders and OEB Administration. Curriculum Development:  Works with the Course Head Instructor(s) to revise...

Job Summary: The Director of Learning Experience and Design serves as a key senior member of the Professional Education (PPE) team at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. The Director joins the Portfolio Director (PD) team and reports to the Senior Portfolio Director. In this critical leadership role, the Director manages the Learning Experience and Design (LXD) team of learning designers and learning technologists to drive the strategic development and continuous improvement of high-quality, learner-centered programs and extensions, focusing primarily on online, hybrid, and on-demand. The Director collaborates closely with the other Portfolio Directors, faculty, practitioners, and external partners to ensure the design and implementation of innovative learning experiences that align with HGSE’s mission and advance its positive impact on the education sector. The Director oversees the program design process—including instructional design and course development—and...

Job Summary: The Assistant Director, Engagement is responsible for the planning, execution and management of key strategic events for Alumni Relations and Resource Development (ARRD) at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS). The Assistant Director manages all logistics for events including event budgets, speaker organization, and vendor coordination. The position works closely with colleagues within ARRD and across HKS on invitation lists, registration software, and event materials. The Assistant Director, Engagement reports to the Managing Director, Engagement. Job-Specific Responsibilities: In partnership with the Managing Director, Engagement manages the execution of engagement activities for key donor groups, including the Dean’s Council, the Policy Spotlight Series, and other School and development activities. Ensures all event details are completed at the highest level with minimal oversight. This includes managing the event-related work of the Engagement Coordinator, as...

The Project Director will conceptualize, organize, and convene the Arctic Initiative’s core activities aimed at advancing an understanding of the Arctic region, its opportunities and challenges. The Arctic Initiative Project Director will act as senior leadership of the program providing oversight and strategic guidance to all aspects of the Arctic Initiative project. The Project Director will coordinate with a variety of stakeholders including students, senior university administrators, faculty, donors and prominent individuals and organizations. The Project Director must have a proven track record of proactive problem-solving, multitasking, and engagement with national and international policymakers, NGOs, and universities; and must possess excellent oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills. This role requires maturity, tact, and diplomacy in all interactions. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Strategy and Thought Leadership: In collaboration with Arctic...

The Research Finance Team Lead in the Office for Sponsored Programs supervises staff and supports a team that manages post-award activities for a large volume of federal and non-federal sponsored research projects at Harvard University. Reporting to a Research Finance Portfolio Team Manager, this position encompasses a range of administrative, financial, and other tasks associated with post-award activities, including reviewing sponsored expenditures for compliance with award terms, completing timely financial reports and invoices, ensuring that funds are collected, and reconciling and closing accounts. This position supports the Portfolio Team Manager in managing client relationships, providing determinations for complex situations, managing team workload, and mentoring staff. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Portfolio Oversight and Operations Responsible for fulfilling financial reporting requirements of Harvard’s sponsors, including reporting, cash management, account...

Job-Specific Responsibilities: Reporting to the Manager of Award Operations, the Award Specialist independently serves as a subject matter expert and institutional resource for complex sponsored award management. This role exercises independent judgment in the interpretation of sponsor terms and conditions, determination of appropriate award structures, and resolution of non-routine and high-impact issues. The Award Specialist plays a key role in ensuring institutional compliance, mitigating risk, and advancing strategic improvements to the award management processes and systems across the university.  Lead the institutional review, interpretation, and acceptance of complex sponsored award notices, including resolving ambiguous or conflicting sponsor terms and determining appropriate award setup structures in alignment with university policy and risk considerations. Act as a primary point of contact and problem solver for a broad range of GMAS issues across the award...

The Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs is the hub of Harvard Kennedy School's research, teaching, and training in international security and diplomacy, environmental and resource issues, and science and technology policy. The Center brings together scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to advance policy-relevant knowledge on critical issues at the intersection of science, technology, and international affairs. This position will be affiliated with the Belfer Center and collaborate with our vibrant intellectual community, including faculty-led research teams and center staff focused on related areas of international policy.  The Senior Research Manager (SRM) will report to Professor Gita Gopinath, the Gregory and Ania Coffey Professor of Economics at Harvard University and Professor of Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School. Professor Gopinath undertakes extensive research on the evolving global economic order and engages strategically with senior policymakers...

This position is a member of EHS’s Occupational & Construction Safety, and Public Health (OCSPH) division and is responsible for the development and implementation of environmental and construction safety programs for construction and remediation projects within the various schools and units within the University.   The position is a resource to Project Managers to assist them in implementing their environmental compliance and construction related program responsibilities for their respective projects.  Primary responsibilities of this role are to work with the construction project teams to identify EH&S issues and risks during the planning, design, construction, and closeout phases of projects, and assist the Project Managers with maintaining compliance with Federal, State, and Local construction safety and environmental laws.     This position requires strong knowledge of construction techniques and methods and how they relate to potential environmental and safety issues...

Reporting to the Director of Client Support Services, the AI Enablement Lead oversees key enterprise client productivity tools that incorporate generative AI capabilities, including ChatGPT, Anthropic, and similar platforms. This role is accountable for ensuring these tools are delivered and accessed securely, sustainably, and in alignment with institutional priorities.  Working in partnership with other Harvard AI service owners and cross-university stakeholders, the AI Enablement Lead helps coordinate a cohesive approach to the adoption of AI-enabled client productivity tools across Harvard. The role blends service governance, operational oversight, financial stewardship, and stakeholder engagement to support responsible and effective use of these tools.  The AI Enablement Lead also evaluates emerging AI-enabled tools and capabilities and collaborates with partners to pilot and operationalize new services that can scale across the University. As these technologies evolve, this...

The Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard develops and promotes durable, effective, and equitable solutions to the climate change challenges confronting humanity. The Climate Action Accelerator (CAA) sits within the Salata Institute and serves as a resource and partner to the full spectrum of external stakeholders wrestling with the most difficult climate questions, building consensus for climate solutions grounded in Harvard’s research and expertise. The Accelerator is nonpartisan, agile in dealing with emerging issues, and engaged with research conducted across Harvard University.  The Accelerator seeks a dedicated Project Manager with knowledge of climate change and sustainability issues and a passion to create and build. The Project Manager will be essential in facilitating and advancing the Accelerator’s work by providing support for its projects involving research, convenings, and external engagement initiatives.  The Project Manager, CAA, will report...

Harvard's Financial Administration Department (FAD) is responsible for the stewardship of the University’s finances, including related business processes and technology in support of the teaching and research mission of the University. Harvard University’s Strategic Procurement Department is a central administrative function that serves all Harvard schools, institutes, and administrative units. Our mission is to create value for Harvard by optimizing the procurement of goods and services while upholding the highest standards of integrity, compliance, and supplier partnership. We manage over $3.5 billion in annual addressable spend and are committed to practices that support balance of trade, environmental sustainability, and the University’s long-term financial health. The Procurement Data Strategy, Analytics & Operations Manager is a key leadership role within Financial Administration (FAD) Strategic Procurement, responsible for advancing Harvard’s procurement capabilities...

Harvard University’s Strategic Procurement Department is a central administrative function that serves all Harvard schools, institutes, and administrative units. Our mission is to create value for Harvard by optimizing the procurement of goods and services while upholding the highest standards of integrity, compliance, and supplier partnership. We manage over $3.5 billion in annual addressable spend and are committed to practices that support balance of trade, environmental sustainability, and the University’s long-term financial health. The IT Strategic Sourcing team sits within Strategic Procurement and partners closely with Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT), school CIOs, research computing teams, and central administration to support one of the most technology-intensive academic environments in the world. Responsible for leading the University's IT procurement strategy across a complex, decentralized academic and administrative enterprise. This senior individual...

Job Summary: The Production Editor is a pivotal role within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) Communications department, responsible for execution and synthesis of the newly launched digital news platform, The FAS Current, and related assets. As a core member of the editorial team, the Production Editor will curate and package content with keen news judgement that highlights the world-class research and teaching in the FAS. A primary focus of this inaugural role is the scaling this new storytelling platform as it builds toward the launch of a newsletter component. The Production Editor will serve as a frontline decision-maker, managing the full lifecycle of newsletter production—from copyediting and headline strategy to layout and final dissemination. This role acts as a critical partner reporting to the Senior Director of Editorial and Content, and the candidate is responsible for ensuring that all storytelling assets are polished, mission-aligned, and delivered on...

To advance Harvard University’s mission of teaching and research, we partner to provide stewardship, strategies, and services that create exceptional community experiences . The Custodial Supervisor is guided at all times by the mission, vision, and principles of Campus Services and instills a commitment to these values among all team members. The Custodial Supervisor fosters a welcoming, supportive, and diverse workforce and environment Job-Specific Responsibilities: As part of the Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) group in Campus Services, this position is responsible for the daily supervision of custodial services operations in an assigned area(s), including all routine and specialty work.  The FMO supervisor works closely with customer representatives as well as other members of Campus Services management to provide consistently high levels of customer satisfaction.  Ensures all Custodial Services operations adheres to customer-determined standards.  Develops...

HUIT (Harvard University Information Technology) Finance is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Financial Analyst with experience in budgets, financial modeling and multi-year project management to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will act as a key liaison between Finance and other business units, providing financial insights, analysis, and support to drive informed decision-making. They will play a crucial role in overseeing financial aspects related to operating and sponsored billing projects.   Job-Specific Responsibilities: Budgeting and Forecasting:   In coordination with the Director, drive the creation and execution of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans. Help in development and implementation of strategies for budgeting; forecasting, modeling & projecting; identifying & explaining variances; financial reporting; internal controls; expense reductions; cost containment; and revenue enhancements.  Develop and provide...

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) seeks a forward-looking and collaborative financial strategist to serve as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Stewarding a $1.8B+ operating budget at the academic core of Harvard, the CFO will play a defining role in shaping the overall FAS financial strategy at a time of significant change and transformation across higher education. Working closely with the FAS Dean and the Dean of Administration & Finance as a trusted advisor, the CFO will lead the development of a more integrated, data-driven financial model that uses finance not only to control costs, but to enable ambitious teaching and groundbreaking research. This is an opportunity to bring sophisticated financial insight, creativity, and rigor to a globally significant faculty, providing stability and clarity during leadership transitions and institutional renewal. For a seasoned financial leader who wants their expertise to directly advance knowledge, discovery, and student...

Energy & Facilities (E&F) operates and manages Harvard’s energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge/Allston campuses, as well as a 24/7 facilities-related call, alarm monitoring, and dispatch center. E&F also provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including building maintenance, landscaping, and custodial, to a large portion of the University, as well as engineering, technical, and sustainability services. Within E&F, Engineering & Utilities (E&U) operates and manages energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge/Allston campuses, a 24/7 facilities-related call, alarm monitoring, and dispatch center, and provides engineering and technical services. The Operations and Maintenance Analyst is a key member of Harvard’s Engineering & Utilities group, which owns and operates the University’s central utility systems, including: Steam production and distribution...

The Exhibition Designer produces unique concepts and plans for gallery installations. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director for Exhibitions, this position upholds the museum’s standards for display and aesthetics, while seeking creative solutions to enhance visitors’ engagement with artwork. The Exhibition Designer will serve as lead or supporting designer for numerous exhibition and collection gallery projects, guiding them from concept to production and installation.  Responsibilities : Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, produce installation designs for temporary exhibitions and collection galleries, in consultation with curators and other stakeholders. Generate and propose creative solutions for presenting artworks, narratives, and ideas. Communicate ideas to stakeholders to gather feedback and gain consensus.  Prepare and disseminate design materials, including floorplan and elevation drawings, furniture construction drawings, gallery models...

The Assistant Property Manager (APM) reports to an Assistant Director of Operations and works as part of a Property Management Team with the Harvard Real Estate (HRE) Operations Group. The APM plays a key role in the operation of a diverse portfolio of buildings within the greater HRE portfolio.  The HRES portfolio consists of 3.3 million square feet located in Allston and Cambridge, MA.  Essential tasks of the APM include overseeing core aspects of day-to-day property management. They will manage select vendor service providers throughout their assigned portfolio.  The APM provides exceptional service as the lead point of contact for tenant communications and lease administration in a fast-paced property management organization. Job-Specific Responsibilities Personnel Management Provides day to day direction to the HRE Property Administrator (PA) and Property Operation Assistants (POA) or contracted maintenance vendor in addressing the needs of the tenants and their assigned...

The Executive Administrator and Project Manager to the Chief of Police is a role that combines high-level executive support, complex project management, and broad departmental coordination. The position manages the full range of administrative duties for the Chief’s office, leads key initiatives, and contributes to policy, accreditation, training, and compliance efforts for the University Police Department. The incumbent reports directly to the Chief and partners closely to the Assistant Chief, Accreditation Manager, Training Officer, HR and other campus partners to advance departmental priorities. This role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, solid sense of urgency and the ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Executive Support & Administrative Management Provide comprehensive executive support to the Chief of Police, including calendar and schedule management, meeting planning, travel arrangements,...

Harvard Kennedy School’s mission is to improve public policy and leadership so people can live in societies that are more safe, free, just, and sustainably prosperous. By combining cutting-edge research, the teaching of outstanding students, and direct interaction with practitioners, we have an impact on solving public problems that no other institution can match.  Our faculty, students, staff, about 23,000 degree program alumni, and more than 66,000 Professional and Lifelong Learning (PLL) participants tackle a diverse range of public challenges in the United States and around the world.  The Senior Associate Dean is responsible for overseeing all functions of the department to deliver on Professional and Lifelong Learning’s (PLL) mission. Reporting to the Executive Dean with a dotted line to the Academic Dean for Teaching and Curriculum, the Senior Associate Dean is responsible for ensuring that PLL achieves its academic and financial objectives, creates strong bonds with...

Job Summary: Reporting to the Associate Dean for Academic Programs (Associate Dean), the Executive Director provides intellectual and administrative leadership for Harvard Radcliffe Institute’s renowned residential fellowship program. Each year, the program brings approximately 50 leading scholars, scientists, artists, and practitioners from around the world to pursue ambitious, original projects within Radcliffe’s uniquely vibrant interdisciplinary community. The Executive Director sets the strategic direction of the fellowship program; ensures the rigor, fairness, and visibility of its selection processes; and stewards the fellows’ experience from recruitment through selection, residency, and alumni engagement. In close collaboration with the Associate Dean, the Dean of the Harvard Radcliffe Institute, and program partners, the Executive Director ensures that the fellowship program advances the Institute’s mission as a leading center for cross-disciplinary exploration and...

The Senior Human Resources Consultant (SHRC) is a key member of the HR Consulting team within Central Administration at Harvard University. This role will be responsible for comprehensive human resources consulting services for an assigned department(s) within the portfolio and provide leadership in change processes to create a culture of productivity and engagement. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The SHRC provides strategic guidance and advice on all HR related issues, demonstrating a solid understanding of the opportunities and resources available. Essential Functions Consults with and advises managers and employees on policies and procedures relating to employment practices, policy interpretation and application, recruiting, performance management, compensation, union and employee relations, staff development, and organizational development. Partners with managers, employees, HR colleagues, and bargaining unit representatives to address a variety of workplace issues...