Senior Executive Assistant to the Provost Strategic Support

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Wellbeing resources

Campus perks

Job summary

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA seeks a Senior Executive Assistant to the Provost to support the Provost and the Office of the Provost. You will manage complex calendars, arrange domestic and international travel, process expenses, and coordinate events with cross‑campus partners, demonstrating discretion and tact in a high‑visibility environment.

You will work closely with senior leaders, prepare meeting materials, and ensure timely responses to time‑critical requests while maintaining

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of experience supporting senior/executive leaders.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Harvard experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support with discretion, confidentiality, and timeliness.
• Develop and maintain systems for managing the Provost’s administrative needs.
• Manage the Provost’s complex calendar, review requests, and coordinate changes.
• Arrange domestic and international travel with partners, and handle expenses.
• Coordinate events and special projects for the Provost, liaising with stakeholders.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel arrangements

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA seeks a Senior Executive Assistant to the Provost to support the Provost and the Office of the Provost. You will manage complex calendars, arrange domestic and international travel, process expenses, and coordinate events with cross‑campus partners, demonstrating discretion and tact in a high‑visibility environment.

You will work closely with senior leaders, prepare meeting materials, and ensure timely responses to time‑critical requests while maintaining