Hybrid Events & Operations Coordinator

Harvard Business School; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision health保险

Retirement plans with universityCon

Tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard Business School in Boston, MA is seeking an Operations Coordinator to manage the daily operations of the Harvard Innovation Labs (HIL). Focus areas include event planning, operational systems, facilities coordination, and community engagement, collaborating with the Assistant Director, Events & Operations and Senior Manager, Operations.

You will serve as the primary operational partner across HIL, university departments, vendors, and key stakeholders, balancing priorities and driving

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in administrative support.
• Education beyond high school may count toward experience.
• Microsoft Office experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages the operational and logistical needs of events from planning through execution and post-event evaluation.
• Translates program goals into operational plans for events and executes established programs.
• Develops event timelines, operational plans, and staffing strategies for workshops, community events, VIP meetings, and signature programs.
• Coordinates cross-functional logistics including facilities, catering, AV, security, registration, parking, and vendors.
• Leads event operations and ensures high-quality participant experience while coordinating with event staff.

Skills

Administrative support

Multitasking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Harvard Business School in Boston, MA is seeking an Operations Coordinator to manage the daily operations of the Harvard Innovation Labs (HIL). Focus areas include event planning, operational systems, facilities coordination, and community engagement, collaborating with the Assistant Director, Events & Operations and Senior Manager, Operations.

You will serve as the primary operational partner across HIL, university departments, vendors, and key stakeholders, balancing priorities and driving