26 key holder jobs found

The Harvard Kennedy School Government Performance Lab (GPL) seeks an Operations Coordinator, who will further the GPL’s mission by working closely with other members of the GPL’s operations team to advance critical functions supporting GPL staff, including hiring and training, events, and operations. They will report to the Senior Director of Operations and work closely with GPL program leads and the Director of Strategic Operations. About the Government Performance Lab: The mission of the Harvard Kennedy School Government Performance Lab (GPL) is to accelerate progress on difficult social problems by improving how state and local governments across the country deliver services to their residents. Our team collaborates closely with government innovators in developing and testing ways to create more just and effective service systems in areas including child and family wellbeing, public safety and justice, and homelessness and housing. To date, the GPL has engaged with 110...

Harvard Law School’s Faculty Support Services Department (FSS) is dedicated to providing approximately 200 faculty members and instructors with the high-quality assistance they need to successfully teach, conduct research, and advance scholarship. While each assistant works directly with members of the faculty—often acting as a liaison between students, other instructors, and various Law School and University administrative departments—our department comprises a collaborative and supportive team of assistants who are committed to collecting and sharing the most effective methods of administrative support.   Faculty Support Services seeks an Executive Assistant (EA) who can fulfill this dual role as an independent problem-solver and enthusiastic team member. As the Executive Assistant you will:   Perform a wide range of administrative duties for a highly active faculty member, supporting their teaching, travel, research and external activities.  Serve as a key contact for a...

The Office of Physical Resources & Planning (OPRP) provides complete and integrated planning and design services, construction management, and building renewal, maintenance, and operations management to maintain the physical resources of the FAS campus The Building Services Coordinator for the Harvard College Observatory (HCO) Building Operations team is responsible for coordinating a wide range of day-to-day support functions and activities relating to building systems, maintenance, and services of the HCO. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Performs daily inspections of all buildings and mechanical areas, as well as regularly scheduled tours of the Harvard College Observatory. Responsible for coordinating daily maintenance & day-to-day work/work order management system. Coordinates and directs trades and service providers for the day-to-day building system repairs and customer requests. Assists with the coordination and execution of a range of maintenance and...

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 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 Executive Assistant is a unique role at Harvard FCU. Reporting to the President & CEO, the Executive Assistant role is the central connection for staff, members, and partners to connect with the President & CEO, senior leadership, and our Board of Directors (including our Supervisory Committee).  In this role you will be championing company culture, managing schedules, assisting with correspondences and presentations, planning events, and acting as the point of contact for the CEO, Senior Team, and Board of Directors.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Executive & Senior Team Support Serve as primary point of contact and gatekeeper for the President & CEO, managing calendars, priorities and daily workflow. Plan, schedule, and manage calendars for all senior team leaders, including scheduling meetings, resolving conflicts, and ensuring appropriate prioritization. Prepare senior team members for meetings by coordinating agenda,...

Job Summary: The Director, a full-time exempt position on the Faculty of Arts (FAS) and Sciences 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 Growth Markets. As a member of the Major Gifts leadership team, the Director will be responsible for determining overall strategy for the regions 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...

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 Summary: The overarching mission of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is to advance the public’s health through learning, discovery, and communication. To pursue this mission, the School produces knowledge through research, reproduces knowledge through higher education, and translates knowledge into evidence that can be communicated to the public, policymakers, and practitioners to advance the health of populations. In pursuit of these bold goals, the Dean’s Office (“DO”) works to support, strengthen, and champion the efforts of the School’s faculty, students, and staff. Job-Specific Responsibilities: This is a unique and rare opportunity to join a dedicated administrative team supporting the School's Dean of the Faculty. The Senior Executive Assistant will have a key role in establishing new workflows for supporting the priorities of the dean and the DO, and contributing to the mission of improving the lives and health of people everywhere. Being the...

About you: You are a collaborative, impact-focused problem solver who wants to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to creating and commercializing novel approaches to global challenges in healthcare and sustainability. You are excited by the opportunity to explore your scientific interests and apply your knowledge to tackle ambitious projects in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with strong support from scientific, operational, and administrative experts. You enjoy working with highly motivated, diverse teams and leveraging your expertise to drive innovations that can change the world.  About the role: We are looking for a Research Assistant III to join the Lymph Node Organ on Chip team in Dr. Don Ingber’s laboratory. We use advanced Lymph Node Organ Chip models to recapitulate key aspects of human immunobiology to study human immune responses against vaccines, pathogens and/or foreign antigens, tumor–immune interactions, inflammation, environmental exposures, and...

The Director of Employee Development and Engagement is a key strategic partner in strengthening the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) culture as part of ‘Investing in Our Strong Foundation,’ the School’s newly announced 10-year strategic initiative that supports our commitment to invest in the people that power our work  (HKS 2036).  This role designs, leads, and continuously improves HR programs and initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, support professional growth, and foster a positive workplace culture where employees can thrive and be their very best. The Director helps to set the vision, strategy, and execution for professional development, performance management, recognition, engagement, onboarding, and community events, with the goal of aligning these activities with school priorities and our commitment to invest in our people.  Our successful candidate will have A strong understanding of, and experience in HR best practices across engagement, training and...

Reporting to the Associate Director, HR Systems, the Lead Analyst serves as one of the functional leads for a portfolio of university-wide HR systems, which may include Harvard's Learning Management System (LMS) environment, PeopleSoft Payroll, and related HR applications.  The Lead Analyst partners with stakeholders across Harvard to lead projects, analyze business needs, drive system enhancements, and ensure applications effectively support HR initiatives and operations. This role provides functional leadership for complex projects, mentors other analysts, and serves as a key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Lead requirements gathering, business process analysis, testing, implementation, and change management activities.  Coordinate system integrations and business processes across HR applications, as well as other Harvard systems, third-party vendors and IT teams.  Provide guidance, mentorship, and work...

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 &...

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. For more about the Financial Administration Department and its eight reporting units, see http://finance.harvard.edu. The Office for Sponsored Programs (OSP) manages a diverse portfolio of federal, foundation, international, and industry sponsors; we provide lifecycle sponsored programs support and partner with schools, departments, and centers across the University to facilitate proposal submission, award acceptance and administration, and all sponsored financial reporting and invoicing throughout the life of the award.   The Office for Sponsored Programs (OSP) Pre-Award Team is responsible for providing leadership, advice, and superior client service in the provision of all Pre-Award services, including but not limited to proposal review and...

The Security Control Center Operator is responsible for monitoring and responding to a number of electronic systems. The SCC Operator is at the center of emergency operations for the Harvard Art Museums and a key element in the safety of persons, Art Museums collections, and other assets. The SCC operator must be alert at all times and responsive to requests for assistance from any location.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Monitor the Video Surveillance System and report any technical issues to the manager.  Monitors video surveillance of the visiting public in order to avoid damage, either intentional or accidental, to the objects within the collection and on display. Monitor the Electronic Access Control System and  Controls and monitors access and egress points of the building. Monitor the Intrusion Detection System and respond as directed to verify alarms and direct proper response. Answer the SCC telephone and log calls as directed. Monitor the Panic/Duress Alarm...

Job Summary: The Finance Associate provides support for finance and pre-award activities within the Finance and Research Administration team in the Immunology and Infectious Diseases department. Working closely with the Finance and Research administration team, including Grants Managers, Principal Investigators (including Faculty and other Researchers), and colleagues across the central Accounts Payable teams, the Finance Associate supports key finance, compliance, and accounts payable functions as well as proposal and budget preparation for Principal Investigators. The role focuses on accurate execution of established processes under guidance, timely competition of recurring administrative and financial tasks, and strong collaboration between a variety of stakeholders. The Finance Associate provides excellent coordination and customer service support while maintaining a strong knowledge of finance and compliance. The ideal candidate has a willingness to learn a variety of...

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 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...

This role is responsible for supporting Facilities Management operations through data analysis, regulatory compliance, maintenance systems administration, and planning activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Reporting and Systems Management Develop and analyze facilities performance reports Maintain CMMS data integrity, including work order quality assurance, standards, and configuration updates Administer SharePoint document management systems Support internal financial processes Administer key control tracking 2. Compliance and Documentation Ensure accurate maintenance of regulatory documentation Perform document reconciliation activities Manage hazardous material manifests and associated records 3. Maintenance and Operational Support Administer failure modes and codes within maintenance systems Support predictive maintenance initiatives and associated processes Monitor and validate vendor maintenance documentation Oversee departmental inventory...

The VP of Finance is a key member of the upper management team responsible for the overall integrity of Harvard FCU’s financial reporting, accounting operations, and collections functions. The VP leads these teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information, strong internal controls, effective asset quality management, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The VP of Finance is a strategic partner to the CFO, supporting balance sheet management, budgeting and forecasting, and enterprise performance measurement in alignment with Harvard FCU’s mission and risk appetite. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting Oversee preparation, accuracy and timeliness of financial statements/management reports (e.g. monthly, quarterly and annual financial packages) Ensure reporting complies with GAAP, NCUA regulations and internal policies Direct preparation and submission of regulatory filings (e.g. NCUA Call Reports, state and...

Job Summary: Reporting to the Executive Dean, the Associate Dean for Finance and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the Radcliffe Institute’s senior leadership team. The CFO provides vision and direction for the Institute’s overall financial strategy, safeguards its long-term financial sustainability, and advances efficient, effective financial operations in support of Radcliffe’s mission and strategic goals. The Associate Dean for Finance/CFO serves as a principal advisor on strategic planning, long-range financial planning, fundraising, and risk management, and represents the Institute on University-wide committees and working groups. The CFO is accountable for delivering high-quality financial services; producing accurate, timely financial reporting; and ensuring compliance with University policies, internal controls, and applicable laws and regulations, while upholding the highest standards of accuracy, responsiveness, efficiency, and professionalism. As a...

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-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...

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...