Hybrid Operations & Community Engagement Coordinator

Harvard University FAS Human Resources; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans with university cont.

Tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard Kennedy School is seeking an Operations & Community Coordinator to support day-to-day operations and foster engagement across researchers, students, alumni, and partners. The role focuses on administrative processes, events, and project coordination within the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government.

Based at Harvard Kennedy School, this hybrid position requires 1–3 days on campus in Cambridge, MA, with a 35-hour work week and a one-year term appointment that is fully

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant professional experience.
• A complete application must include a cover letter.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication across diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and with teams on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operations support and manage administrative processes.
• Coordinate events, meetings, and stakeholder engagements.
• Assist with on-going research projects and enrollment of student staff.
• Support outreach to alumni and project partners.
• Maintain systems and processes to enable efficient project work.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Project coordination

Event planning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Harvard Kennedy School is seeking an Operations & Community Coordinator to support day-to-day operations and foster engagement across researchers, students, alumni, and partners. The role focuses on administrative processes, events, and project coordination within the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government.

Based at Harvard Kennedy School, this hybrid position requires 1–3 days on campus in Cambridge, MA, with a 35-hour work week and a one-year term appointment that is fully