AD Honoring Nations&Admin Fell
Harvard University
- Boston, MA
- $74,200-126,200 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Advanced degree (master level or higher) in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Law, Sociology, Education, or other policy related field.
- Deep Knowledge of American Indian affairs.
- Familiarity with and use of Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and other social media outlets.
- Excellent writing, public speaking, and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel, including nights and weekends.
- Excellent computer skills, including Google G-suite/Drive, MS Teams, Word and Excel.
On your cover letter, please write a Statement of Purpose/Interest that briefly describes your professional and academic interests as related to employment with Harvard University, and more broadly, the field of Higher Education and how participation in the Administrative Fellowship Program can help advance these interests. Be sure to explain:1. Why you are seeking a Fellowship2. What you hope to gain from the experience3. How you might contribute to the hiring departmentPlease note: Harvard's Administrative Fellowship Program offers a twelve-month talent management experience complemented by a professional development program. There is a possibility of continuation in the role beyond the one year fellowship, based on continued need and funding.and see yourself at Harvard Kennedy School.We regret that the Harvard Kennedy School does not provide visa sponsorship.
Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background checks.
Harvard University is committed to supporting a healthy, sustainable learning and working environment.This is a hybrid position based on our campus in Cambridge, MA. As a campus-based institution, we place a high value on the in-person experience, cross-team collaboration, and strong community building in order to create a vibrant campus for our students, faculty, staff, and research fellows. The position is required to work in-person on campus a minimum of three days per week during the academic year. Specific days and schedule will be determined between you and your manager.The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.Salary Range: $74,200 - $126,200
Note: Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the salary range; however, they are ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.DepartmentAsh Center for Democratic Governance and InnovationPre-Employment ScreeningEducation, IdentityJob FunctionGeneral AdministrationPosition DescriptionOutreach
- Identifies and recruits of Honoring Nations applications to the Honoring Nations awards program.
- Works with the communications team to manage social media outlet content development and communications.
- Maintains connections with the family of awardees.
- Leads each of the 3 rounds of evaluation.
- Facilitates evaluation selections, including site visits during summer months.
- Acts as the primary liaison with all applicant programs.
- Manages and maintains relationships with the Honoring Nations Board of Governors.
- Curates digital content related to Honoring Nations awardees and the Project educational tools to facilitate the spread of tribal government best practices, including multimedia cases, online exhibits, Nation Building Toolboxes, and social media.
- Coordinates dissemination efforts and media relations with communications team and with key institutional collaborators to amplify and share lessons from the awardees.
- Speaks with and gives interviews to tribal and national reporters on the best practices in Indian Country.
- Represents Honoring Nations and the Harvard Project at 8-10 domestic and international conferences and public speaking engagements per year.
- Participates in organizational communications: writing, editing, publication design, public speaking, general correspondence.
- Interacts with and builds strategic relationships with our communities of interest: tribal leaders, public officials, scholars, and others in American Indian affairs.
- Assists with fundraising and grant writing, as needed.
- Takes on other duties as needed and remains flexible in tasks required by the team.
- Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
- Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
- Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
- Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
- Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
- Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.