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68280BRAuto req ID:68280BRJob Code:403020 Staff Assistant II Department Office Location:USA - MA - Boston Business Title:Staff Assistant III (Program Assistant)Sub-Unit:------------ Appointment End Date:31-Dec-2025Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :053Time Status:Full-time Union:55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Basic Qualifications:

+ High school graduate or equivalent with some administrative training required, or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

+ 1 to 2 years of related administrative support experience required

Additional Qualifications and Skills: The following job-specific skills and competencies are preferred:

+ Bachelor's degree

+ Experience Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adhere to tight deadlines. Must be self-motivated with good time management and flexibility on hours when needed during Program events.

+ Some knowledge of international affairs, particularly in Africa. High level of professionalism when interacting with dignitaries and HMLP participants. Research skills and ability to source Program-related information as needed

Additional Information: Join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to support our mission of health research and education, and to be a part of the oldest institution of higher learning in the country!

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+ The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for staff positions.

+ Harvard University requires pre-employment reference checks and background screenings.

+ This position has a 90 day orientation and review period. The O&R period will be waived for any internal Harvard employee transfers.

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The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Department:Division of Policy Translation and Leadership DevelopmentPre-Employment Screening:Identity Job Function:General Administration Position Description: The Program Assistant will work with the Assistant Director and under the direction of the Executive Director to coordinate planning and logistics for all aspects of the Harvard Ministerial Leadership Program (HMLP). This generally will include among other activities, all aspects related to organizing and conducting multiple annual meetings of government ministers, as well as other Program activities as these might arise. Duties will also include supporting all administrative activities related to the HMLP.

Tasks will include assisting with:

+ Coordinating and tracking communications with ministers, faculty, guest speakers, and the HMLP advisory board

+ Travel and accommodation arrangements for all events

+ Preparing Program materials as required including assembling printed materials

+ Coordinating event logistics and delivery

+ Scheduling meetings and managing the calendar for the Executive Director

+ Program-related research, material development, and preparing reports as needed. May compose, proofread, edit, and prepare correspondence, reports, website and social media communication briefs, and other materials using word processing, spreadsheets, and/or databases

+ Other Program related responsibilities as these might arise

PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term appointment of 12/31/2025 with possibility of extension

PLEASE NOTE:

Harvard University will soon transition to a new, streamlined applicant system, Careers@Harvard. If you apply for this position, you will be notified if any additional action is required to ensure your information is captured correctly in our new system. We look forward to introducing you to the new Careers@Harvard experience! School/Unit:Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Job Summary: The Harvard Ministerial Leadership Program, launched in 2012, is a joint initiative of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, and the Harvard Graduate School of Education in collaboration with the Big Win Philanthropy. The program aims to enable goal-oriented ministerial leadership, supporting ministers to have clarity of vision and the ability to lead and drive large, transformational initiatives with effective, cross-government delivery to bring a lasting impact that changes the trajectory of their country.

The program engages each cohort of ministers with a pre-forum component, the forum, and post-forum engagements. The intensive four-day forum at Harvard helps ministers define/refine the major transformative goal they will pursue with a heightened sense of urgency. It is also designed to equip them with more skills they can employ for more effective leadership and delivery of measurable results and assert political influence to enable cross-government collaboration. Commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: At the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, we believe that diversity is integral to the Harvard experience and our mission of improving public health education, research and policy. Diversity of cultural backgrounds, identities, lived experiences, perspectives, and ways of understanding the world enriches our community and enables us to best meet the public health needs of the United States and the world. Ongoing learning and development related to diversity allows for both individual and institutional growth, and is necessary to foster and sustain a culture of inclusion. To achieve this, we are committed to ensuring equitable access to opportunities for learning, living, and working at the Harvard Chan School. We maintain an unwavering dedication to diversity, inclusion, and belonging as core to our institutional values and to actively counter, minimize, and address racism, sexism, xenophobia, homophobia, gender bias, and all forms of discrimination.

Learn more about the School’s mission, objectives, and core values (https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/about/) , our Principles of Citizenship (https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/about/) , and our diversity, inclusion, and belonging (https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/diversity/) initiatives. Also, learn more about the Dean’s AAA vision (https://hsph.harvard.edu/office/dean/strategic-vision/) and our school’s ongoing strategic initiatives. Benefits: We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/benefits-wellbeing) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

+ Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.

+ Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.

+ Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

+ Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.

+ Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.

+ Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.

+ Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.

+ Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.

+ Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-JW1Work Format Details: This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.