Strategic Programs Director — South Asia Institute

Harvard University; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Family support

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences seeks an Assistant Director to provide administrative oversight for the Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute and coordinate with Harvard Global, the India Office, and regional partners. The role drives execution of programs, communications, and outreach, while expanding the Institute’s impact through new initiatives.

You will lead a team, manage events and programs, oversee reporting and evaluation, and collaborate across University

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and minimum seven years in program management.
• Management experience required; leadership of teams or programs.
• Master’s degree preferred with cultural sensitivity and strong communication.
• Academic setting experience is strongly preferred.
• Customer service orientation with strong organizational, logistical, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous process improvement and fast-paced teamwork.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with InDesign and WordPress.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative oversight for the Institute and coordinate across FAS and regional partners.
• Lead and manage program activities, events, and communications.
• Support grant processes, proposals, and reporting in collaboration with the Executive Director.
• Oversee staff including Communications Manager and Events Coordinator; provide mentorship.
• Prepare presentations, memos and research analyses; support outreach to donors and colleagues.
• Assist in developing new programs and strategic partnerships; travel as needed.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Team management

Independent work

Cultural sensitivity

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign

WordPress

Job description

Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences seeks an Assistant Director to provide administrative oversight for the Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute and coordinate with Harvard Global, the India Office, and regional partners. The role drives execution of programs, communications, and outreach, while expanding the Institute’s impact through new initiatives.

You will lead a team, manage events and programs, oversee reporting and evaluation, and collaborate across University