Strategic Executive Assistant to Academic Leadership (Hybrid)

Harvard Divinity School; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits and campus perks

Job summary

Harvard Divinity School seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to the Academic Dean and leadership team. This role provides high-level administrative, operational, and project support, managing complex calendars, coordinating governance activities, and serving as a key liaison across the Dean’s Office and central University offices.

The position emphasizes independence, discretion, and professionalism, supporting academic affairs and cross‑functional initiatives, with a hybrid on‑campus and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Five+ years of progressively responsible administrative experience, preferably supporting senior leadership in higher education.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Cover letter and resume must be combined into a SINGLE DOCUMENT under the resume tab; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced administrative support to academic leadership, including calendar management, meeting coordination, correspondence, and briefing materials.
• Track action items and ensure timely follow-up on priorities and initiatives.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Support faculty governance, committees, and academic initiatives; liaison between faculty and University offices.
• Coordinate and execute meetings, events, and cross‑functional projects; manage logistics and communications.

Skills

Calendar management

Executive support

Communication

Project coordination

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Harvard Divinity School seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to the Academic Dean and leadership team. This role provides high-level administrative, operational, and project support, managing complex calendars, coordinating governance activities, and serving as a key liaison across the Dean’s Office and central University offices.

The position emphasizes independence, discretion, and professionalism, supporting academic affairs and cross‑functional initiatives, with a hybrid on‑campus and