20 key holder jobs found in Cambridge

Job Summary: The Program Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director and works with the Director to run the First-Year Seminar Program, enrolling 1300 first-year students in 120+ seminars taught by faculty from 14 Harvard schools. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Serves as a key member of this team, the Program Coordinator provides Program support and coordinates daily operations for the office and its seminars, including triaging the office inbox, event/travel planning, ordering any supplies needed for seminars, classroom scheduling and AV/IT support (e.g., Canvas sites and AV/IT support in the Program’s Seminar room). Assists visitors and answers general inquiries from parents, students, faculty, and administrators in the office or by telephone or email, forwarding business to other team members. Sends out evaluation reports to faculty each term, enters courses in my.harvard and helps ensure that the schedule is balanced and class websites are in order. Prepares and...

The Senior Project Manager leads project execution and supports business operations for a defined subset of Technology Partner Services, including Platform Services.  This role ensures that services and initiatives within this portfolio are well-managed and operationally disciplined. The Senior PM partners closely with the Associate Director of Operational Excellence, service owners, and senior leaders to translate priorities into executable plans, track delivery, manage risk, and improve operational consistency.  This role is primarily execution-focused, providing structure, coordination, and operational rigor that enables senior leaders to focus on strategy and service ownership. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Project and Portfolio Management Manage a portfolio of initiatives and maintain visibility into: Project status and milestones Dependencies and risks Resource and capacity constraints Support governance processes by: Preparing status reporting Tracking...

For consideration, please include a cover letter with your application. The Capital Analyst is a key member of Harvard’s Capital Planning and Project Services (CAPS) team, responsible for providing financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and strategic support for capital planning and project approvals across the University. The CAPS team sits within the central Financial Administration Department (FAD) and this role serves as a critical liaison between central finance and the University’s schools and business units, ensuring accurate and timely analysis of capital expenditures and forecasts. The CAPS Analyst supports complex workflows and advances institutional priorities through consultative support to Schools and Units. This position requires a strong understanding of financial management and capital project planning with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization. The Capital Analyst plays a key role in coordinating with facilities and...

The Associate Director, IT Portfolio & Demand Management leads Harvard Kennedy School IT's (HKSIT) department-wide portfolio governance, demand-management, and quarterly planning practices. Working closely with the CIO, Director of Strategy & Innovation, and HKSIT leadership, the role translates School and departmental priorities into an integrated portfolio spanning strategic initiatives, projects, major operational commitments, service improvements, and approved institutional demand. Across this portfolio, commitments are clearly defined with accountable owners, expected outcomes, target dates, dependencies, capacity decisions, and regular executive review. The Associate Director maintains the authoritative view of HKSIT’s material active and proposed work, establishes consistent standards for planning and status reporting, identifies stalled or at-risk commitments, and ensures unresolved issues are brought forward for timely leadership action. The role facilitates...

The Chief of Staff (COS) is a thought partner to the Vice President and University Chief Information Officer/Vice President of Harvard University Information Technology (VP & UCIO) and a senior member of the Office of the VP & UCIO. The COS develops and maintains a close working relationship with the VP & UCIO and with stakeholders internal and external to Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT) to advance the VP & UCIO’s priorities. Reporting directly to the VP & UCIO, the COS serves as connective tissue across the organization, strengthening coordination, information flow, and follow-through. The COS supports daily, mid-term, and long-term activities and projects that advance the VP & UCIO’s agenda, helping to keep priorities and commitments on track. The role synthesizes information, identifies issues requiring leadership attention, and supports coordinated action on high-priority initiatives. Areas of focus will evolve over time. The COS builds...

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...

Job Summary: The Staff Assistant, Public Affairs provides administrative and project support for the leadership of Harvard Public Affairs and Communications’ (HPAC) Public Affairs team. This team is responsible for external relations covering state and local government and community relations as well as community programs. The Staff Assistant is responsible for ensuring smooth operations of the department through the coordination of complex calendars and travel arrangements for leaders on the Public Affairs team. Daily responsibilities include quickly and efficiently supporting scheduling requests, supporting the execution of both small- and large-scale events in Cambridge and Boston, helping to triage requests and correspondence arriving via phone, mail and through shared email inboxes, and managing contacts and mailing lists in a database of stakeholders. Showing significant independent judgment in identifying and resolving potential scheduling conflicts, the Staff Assistant...

SUMMARY: The Associate Director is responsible for the GSD Design Discovery Programs, the Design Discovery Youth program, and the coordination of courses within the Harvard Undergraduate Architecture Studies track. This includes developing and implementing a future-focused approach to integrate with the GSD’s core programs and in line with the school’s goals for their constituencies, growth, and direction. The studio-based Design Discovery program, which enrolls up to 300 students across virtual and in-person modalities, serves as a primary introduction to the design professions. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Harvard Undergraduate Architecture Studies Track: Advise students who are interested in or have declared the Architecture Studies concentration, providing guidance on course selection, concentration requirements, and other aspects of curricular planning. Oversee independent research courses and thesis evaluations. Assess and recommend undergraduate...

Reporting to the Property or Area Manager (POA), the Property Operations Assistant is responsible for the day to day oversight of a subset of buildings withing the HUH portfolio. The main role of the POA is to provide/coordinate the maintenance of building services and systems, (HVAC, MEP, etc.), for the smooth operation of a large building or small group of buildings.  The position plays a critical role in ensuring that the properties are operated in a manner consistent with the physical, financial and service standards of Harvard Housing, Campus Services and Harvard University.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Ensures that properties are maintained to the safety and quality standards established by HUH, for all physical aspects of buildings, systems, and grounds Monitor buildings daily and log activity appropriately to ensure that all systems are maintained in good working order: mechanical systems and equipment, heating, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, fixtures,...

The Office for Sponsored Programs (OSP), through its Proposal Review Team, is responsible for ensuring the sponsored research proposals are accurate, complete, and compliant with institutional, sponsor, and regulatory requirements before submission, and serves as the institutions Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR) with signatory authority.   The Senior manager position has responsibilities that span all aspects of the proposal review and submissions lifecycle and team members regularly interface with sponsors, regulatory agencies, principal investigators, school and department-based research administrators, project coordinators, other key administrative stakeholders across Harvard University, and collaborating institutions.  The Senior Manager will partner with the Senior Director of Pre-Award to continuously evaluate utilization of existing processes, technologies, and practices.   The Senior Manager, in partnership with the Senior Director of Pre-Award, will...

SUMMARY Reporting to the Director of Enrollment Services, this position is responsible for the management, planning, and implementation of registrar operations including maintenance of the student information system, production of data, tuition and billing, queries and reports, and general system coordination. This position will evaluate research, and report on opportunities to enhance services and streamline procedures.  TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Registration and Enrollment Oversees registration by developing, executing, documenting, and evaluating policies and procedures. Ensures that academic policies and procedures are enforced, and proper records are maintained. Recommends changes to the student handbook and student policies each academic year. Works with the Student Life staff on any appropriate policy changes. Manages the ID Card Distribution Process. Monitors the general registrar email inbox, responding to inquiries appropriately and effectively....

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...

ABOUT HGHI:  The Harvard Global Health Institute (HGHI) is an interfaculty initiative that facilitates collaboration across the Harvard community and partners worldwide to advance global health equity. We tackle the greatest health challenges of our time through innovative transdisciplinary research, education, and partnerships that build knowledge and catalyze positive change in global health. Our team works across Harvard’s schools and international stakeholders to drive impact in global health. POSITION OVERVIEW: Reporting to HGHI’s Executive Director, this role provides essential executive support to the Faculty Director and administrative coordination across the institute. This position will also support the Faculty Director’s appointment at Harvard Medical School. You’ll manage high-stakes logistics, maintain critical relationships within HGHI, across Harvard and externally, and ensure seamless execution of the institute’s mission-critical activities. This position...

Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Strategic Training Program Manager leads the strategy, design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Financial Administration Department's (FAD) learning and training programs. Serving as FAD's lead for learning strategy, organizational readiness, and user adoption, this role partners with business owners, policy experts, and stakeholders across the University to develop learning solutions that support the successful implementation of new business processes and organizational change initiatives. This position is responsible for the end-to-end management of the learning lifecycle, including needs assessment, instructional design, curriculum development, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement for both instructor-led and digital learning experiences. The Strategic Training Program Manager collaborates with Schools, administrative units, and subject matter experts to develop scalable, accessible learning...

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 Principal Contracts Analyst will be responsible for management, review, and negotiation of legal contracts in support of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) and its departments. Collaborates with local and central professional staff supporting contract negotiation and management processes. Supports integration of purchasing strategy with other functional strategies for departments by ensuring that legal and procurement inputs are considered...

The Associate Director, Payroll Operations and Shared Services reports to the Director of Tax, Payroll, and Policy and leads central payroll processing, payroll operations compliance, and consistent payroll service delivery across central and shared services environments. The role serves as the University’s senior payroll operations and compliance subject matter expert, supporting accurate, timely, controlled, and policy-compliant payroll across schools and units.  This position manages the central payroll processing and customer service teams and establishes the standards, controls, escalation paths, training, and performance measures needed to support consistent payroll service delivery across central and emerging shared services environments. As the shared services model evolves, the role is expected to assume expanded direct management and/or functional oversight responsibilities for payroll shared services.  The role partners with Human Resources, school and unit finance...

The Digital Banking Manager is a key role responsible for shaping, delivering, and optimizing digital experiences across digital channels. Working under the leadership of VP of Digital Banking, this role blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution- using business analysis, customer insight, and technical understanding to create products that meet member needs, support operational goals, and drive ongoing digital adoption.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Product Strategy & Roadmap Develop and maintain a product roadmap aligned with organizational objectives, market trends, and member expectations. Identify opportunities to enhance digital experiences, streamline journeys, and improve service quality. Conduct competitive analysis and monitor industry trends to inform product decisions. Member Experience and Journey Optimization Lead the creation and refinement of digital member journeys, ensuring they are seamless, intuitive, and accessible across devices....

Job Summary: The Director, a full-time exempt position on the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) Major Gifts team, will report to, and work in partnership with the Senior Executive Director of Development to lead, mentor, and manage a team of gift officers in the Boston region. As a member of the Major Gifts leadership team, the Director will be responsible for determining overall strategy for the region along with internal and external execution of an engagement plan. This role will also be responsible for coordinating a portfolio of internal leadership activities such as staff training, fundraiser goal setting, review of regional prospect assignments, strategic planning, donor engagement strategy, and other activities as assigned. This position informs decision making and is responsible for carrying out policies and strategies, and modeling best practices as a leader, fundraiser, and colleague. The Director’s experience and knowledge will be critical in expanding the ability...

Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Business Intelligence Manager leads our data and analytics function, helping the organization make smarter, faster, and more impactful decisions. The Business Intelligence Manager oversees a team of analysts and partners across the credit union to unlock the value of our data, drive growth, improve member experience, and enable innovation. This role also leads to the evolution of our data warehouse, reporting tools, and analytics capabilities to ensure data is accessible, trusted, and actionable. Data Strategy & Leadership Champion a culture of data-informed decision-making across the organization Partner with senior leaders and business units to identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing analytics team Own key analytics platforms and vendor relationships Bridge business and technical teams to ensure the right questions are asked and answered with confidence Data Analysis &...

Job-Specific Responsibilities: Harvard University is implementing an Anaplan budgeting, forecasting, and planning platform. We are seeking a hands-on Technical Lead & Product Owner to own both the technical ecosystem and the product vision for Anaplan across the University—spanning architecture, integrations, security, performance, model design, and roadmap/feature prioritization. This role combines deep financial planning and analysis (FP&A) expertise with product management and consulting skills. You will partner with the Office of Financial Strategy & Planning, school and unit finance teams, IT, and external partners to design, prioritize, and deliver a scalable, intuitive, and well-governed planning platform in a highly decentralized environment. Key Responsibilities Technical Ownership & Architecture Serve as primary technical owner of Harvard’s Anaplan environment (architecture, workspaces, security, performance). Design the end-to-end technical...