Assistant Vice President Salary in Cambridge, MA

Vice President & General CounselThe OpportunityHarvard University, renowned for excellence in teaching, learning, research and developing global leaders across a breadth of disciplines, seeks its next Vice President & General Counsel.Reporting to the President of Harvard University, the Vice President and General Counsel ("GC") serves as the Chief Legal Officer for the University and the Harvard Corporation ("Corporation") and leads an office of 26 FTE's, including a team of 17 attorneys who provide legal counsel and representation to the University and its schools, divisions, units, affiliates, and related entities on the broad range of legal matters affecting the University. The GC is also responsible for hiring and managing outside counsel to represent the University in a broad array of matters, as needed. The Office of the General Counsel is tasked to provide the highest quality legal services to the University in a responsible, constructive, strategic, ethical, and timely manner; to protect and promote the mission and values of the University, including compliance with its obligations and protection and promotion of its interests; to minimize legal risks and costs; and to address and resolve legal disputes.As trusted advisor to the Corporation, President, officers, faculty and staff, in the context of the heightened social, political, and philanthropic scrutiny currently faced by the University, the role of the General Counsel takes on a higher level of participation, in partnership with stakeholders in the Center and the Schools, in the design, communication, and implementation of University-wide decisions and goals, and risk management activities and objectives. The General Counsel will be relied upon to provide wise strategic counsel on issues of the highest risk in the legal and political arenas as well as in the court of public opinion across the breadth of the University's operations.The Search Advisory Committee invites nominations, expressions of interest, and applications for a dynamic and collaborative General Counsel who will play a key leadership role for Harvard University at this pivotal time. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience as an attorney practicing in a relevant area of the law and will have demonstrable leadership experience within higher education or in an industry of similar complexity, a strong ability to provide strategic counsel to leadership, and exceptional communication skills to build trust and credibility with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the enterprise. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-approved law school and be a member in good standing of the Bar of the state in which they practice.Harvard University has retained Korn Ferry, a national executive recruiting firm, to assist with this search. The search is being led by Victoria Antolini and Julie Norris. All nominations, inquiries, and application materials should be submitted in confidence to Korn Ferry. Korn Ferry will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled. Please direct all applications, nominations, and inquiries for the position to the search firm at the contact information below:[email protected] to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and BelongingHarvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.EEO StatementHarvard University is 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.

Harvard UniversityDescription: 09-Apr-2024Alumni Relations Assistant, Clubs and Shared Interest GroupsAlumni Affairs and Development 65424BRJob SummaryAlumni Affairs and Development (AA&D) Alumni Affairs and Development is a dedicated team supporting Harvard’s advancement activity through front-line fundraising, alumni and volunteer engagement, technology, prospect management and research, business process, events, communications, and many other areas.Our goal is to create an environment of respect that leverages the many talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees; to deliver the strongest possible results by incorporating diverse perspectives into our daily work; and to make AA&D a great place to work for everyone. We strive to live our values of respect, inclusion, trust, collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation; and open communication and effective information sharing in our daily interactions and our work.AA&D is comprised of the University Development Office (UDO), Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) Development, AA&D Resources, the Harvard Alumni Association (HAA), and the Office of the Vice President (OVP).The Harvard Alumni Association (HAA) is the University-wide alumni association for Harvard University. It is also the home to the Harvard College and Radcliffe College alumni/ae association and the staff that support them. In its University-wide capacity, the HAA serves alumni of all eleven schools at Harvard in a manner supportive of and complementary to the work of the individual school alumni offices. Harvard University alumni span the globe at nearly 400,000 strong – more than 327,000 are in the USA, with 204 international countries represented.Harvard Alumni Association seeks an administrative professional to join the fast-paced and dynamic Alumni Clubs and Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) team of ten (https://alumni.harvard.edu/community/clubs-sigs). This full-time, non-exempt position serves as a key administrator reporting to the assistant director of Clubs and SIGs and supporting the work of the larger Clubs and SIGs team. As the general point of alumni contact for the team, the alumni relations assistant (ARA) delivers excellent customer service to alumni and volunteer inquiries. The ARA engages frequently with internal and external constituents always representing the HAA in a professional manner. The candidate will have strong attention to detail and accuracy, is highly organized, and takes a proactive approach to supporting and anticipating the needs of the team. The candidate is thoughtful when corresponding with alumni volunteers to understand the full scope of their inquiry and provide the resources to address their needs. The successful candidate is comfortable operating in an environment of multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities, necessitating flexibility and good judgment in prioritizing deliverables.Position DescriptionProject Support (25%)Assists in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings. Coordinates associated logistics (room reservations, technology, etc.).Supports the Assistant Director with program execution, accompanying meetings with internal partners, taking meeting notes, and delivering on the following:Tracking and communications for SIG programming (e.g., SIG Meetups and SIG Showcase).Supporting the Summer Community Service Fellowship program by tracking registrants, sending out student applications, and managing invoices for fellowship payment.Aiding with the Speakers Bureau program; this includes editing the program catalog, updating the request form and submission tracker, contacting the hosting Club for briefing information, and assisting with creating the briefing memo for faculty speakers.With support from the assistant director, the ARA runs the Harvard Prize Book program in collaboration with campus partners at The Harvard Coop.Works across the team to assist with additional project support, as needed.Communication and Volunteer Management (35%)Serves as the main contact for alumni data management by delivering on the following:Regularly manages updates to the alumni database to ensure all information is entered accurately and timely.Fulfills a variety of alumni list requests by pulling, preparing, and distributing alumni data for the organizations and staff liaisons.Verifies alumni membership for approved Shared Interest Groups.Researches and prepares alumni briefing memos for senior staff visits/calls with Clubs/SIGs.Coordinates the updates of web information and resources on alumni.harvard.edu and officerslounge.clubs.harvard.edu with staff liaisons and the associate director for digital tools strategy to ensure information is current and accurate.Supports the execution of the Clubs and SIGs Insider, the team’s monthly newsletter distributed to over 1,800 volunteers, by assisting the assistant director with the collection of content, reviewing and editing, pulling distribution lists, and tracking open rate metrics.Supports the creation of presentations using data visualizations, images, and content.Creates surveys/assists other members of the team with survey creation and tracking.Administrative Support (40%)Follows procedures and processes with a high attention to detail, accuracy, and focus.Assists with managing tasks and projects for the Assistant Director and staff liaisons to help them meet various and competing deadlines.Anticipates the needs of the staff liaisons and acts proactively, thinking creatively and strategically when problem solving.Works effectively within a collaborative and cross-functional team environment on a variety of administrative assignments.Takes meeting notes at the team’s weekly meeting and for staff liaisons as needed.Serves as the front-line team representative of the Clubs and SIGs team mailbox including triaging phone calls and email messages and providing appropriate response and support.Serves as a resource for policies, protocols, and procedures.Maintains and ensures records and documents are organized and accessible.Staffs HAA and team events on campus, such as the Alumni Leadership Conference, HAA Board Meetings, Alumni Day, SIG Meetups, and HAA reunions.Staffs virtual events and schedules meetings, as requested.Performs other duties as assigned.The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position. It does not, however, exclude other duties, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the level of the position.Basic QualificationsAt least one year of experience in administrative support roles, program or project support, or related field. Education may count towards experience.Impeccable attention to detail.Experience with problem solving.Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, and ability to confidently engage with both internal and external constituents.Additional Qualifications and SkillsProficiency across Microsoft Office Suite and Zoom. Ability to learn new software and databases.Sound judgment. Able to prioritize competing demands in a dynamic environment and complete work on time with minimal oversight.Works well independently and as a collaborative team member. Self-motivated, flexible, responsive, reliable.Culturally aware and sensitive to diversity issues regarding the internal and external Harvard community.BA/BS degree from an accredited institution preferred.Additional InformationThis position requires a 3 month orientation and review period.Please include a cover letter with your application.To learn more about the AA&D team, please visit our Careers site at https://alumni.harvard.edu/careersTo learn more about how Harvard supports diversity and inclusion throughout the University please visit the Office for Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at https://dib.harvard.edu/.Accommodations: Harvard University welcomes individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and participate in its programs and activities. If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about the physical access provided, please let your recruiter know.COVID 19 Vaccination Information: 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.Work Format DetailsThis 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.BenefitsWe invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) 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.Job FunctionAlumni Affairs and Development, General AdministrationDepartment Office LocationUSA - MA - Cambridge Job Code403033 Staff Assistant III Work FormatHybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) Sub-Unit------------ Salary Grade053DepartmentAlumni Affairs and DevelopmentUnion55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Time StatusFull-time Pre-Employment ScreeningIdentity Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and BelongingHarvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.EEO StatementWe 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.LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only)#LI-JP1 PI239331996

Harvard UniversityPosition Title: Development Assistant, Office of Gift Planning, FASReq ID: 65526BRSchool or Unit: Alumni Affairs and DevelopmentDescription: Job SummaryA key member of the Gift Planning team for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, the Development Assistant provides comprehensive support to two Gift Planning fundraisers.Alumni Affairs and Development (AA&D) Alumni Affairs and Development is a dedicated team supporting Harvard's advancement activity through front-line fundraising, alumni and volunteer engagement, technology, prospect management and research, business process, events, communications, and many other areas.Our goal is to create an environment of respect that leverages the many talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees; to deliver the strongest possible results by incorporating diverse perspectives into our daily work; and to make AA&D a great place to work for everyone. We strive to live our values of respect, inclusion, trust, collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation; and open communication and effective information sharing in our daily interactions and our work.AA&D is comprised of the University Development Office (UDO), Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) Development, AA&D Resources, the Harvard Alumni Association (HAA), and the Office of the Vice President (OVP).FAS Development is responsible for the fundraising e?orts supporting the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, including Harvard College, the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. FAS Development sta? work with donors, alumni, parents, and friends who provide critical support for the FAS and often for other parts of the University.Position DescriptionThe list below covers the most significant responsibilities of the position. However, it does not exclude other duties, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the level of the position.Provides customer service to internal and external stakeholders such as colleagues, donors and/or alumni. Manages incoming inquiries for the Office of Gift Planning (OGP): monitors the OGP email inbox and answers phone calls to the OGP main line; responds to/forwards inquiries as appropriate. Similarly, manages inquiries from FAS colleagues and leads from University Planned Giving.In collaboration with other members of the OGP team, supports OGP's marketing efforts. Coordinates with partners within AD&D such as FAS Communications and AA&D Creative Services. Coordinates with external vendors.Provides support to gift officers throughout the entire prospect management process including (but not limited to) prospect outreach, data gathering and maintenance, scheduling, meeting preparation and follow-up on action items. Partners with gift officers to write high quality donor briefings for meetings with the President, Deans, Provost, Faculty, and other staff.Maintains calendars for gift officers, organizes meetings, and takes/distributes notes.Coordinates gift officers' travel arrangements, reimbursements, and expenses in collaboration with the budget office.Achieves proficiency in the alumni/donor database to research prospects, organize data and produce reports. Regularly updates the alumni/donor database to ensure all information is entered accurately and timely.Develops and prepares necessary background and solicitation materials prior to prospect meetings and is responsible for follow-up, which may include provision of various materials, and entering contact/visit reports.Serves as a resource for colleagues and external stakeholders for policies, protocols, and procedures. Disseminates OGP policies, etc., via appropriate channels (e.g., The Source).Builds relationships and collaborates with other departmental teams including (but not limited to) the Harvard College Fund, FAS Principal Gifts, FAS Major Gifts, FAS Communications, FAS Events, University Development Office (University Planned Giving in particular), Alumni Development Services, Development Technology Services, and the Harvard Alumni Association.Participates in various team and staff meetings throughout the year and is an engaged member of the team.Executes other job-related duties as required.Basic Qualifications1-2 years of related experience, education beyond high school may count towardStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office softwareStrong writing skills and attention to detailAvailable to work additional evening/weekend hours if necessaryAdditional Qualifications and SkillsThe successful candidate will be highly organized and able to work independently.They will have strong project management skills (e.g., tracking deadlines, coordinating stakeholders).They should be mission driven, have attention to detail, strong organizational ability, and robust communications skillsAdditional InformationThis position requires a 3 month orientation and review period.Please include a cover letter with your application.To learn more about the AA&D team, please visit our Careers site at https://alumni.harvard.edu/careersTo learn more about how Harvard supports diversity and inclusion throughout the University please visit the Office for Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at https://dib.harvard.edu/.Accommodations: Harvard University welcomes individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and participate in its programs and activities. If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about the physical access provided, please let your recruiter know.COVID 19 Vaccination Information: 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.BenefitsWe invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) 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.Department Office Location: USA - MA - CambridgeJob Code: 403033 Staff Assistant IIIJob Function: Alumni Affairs and Development, General AdministrationWork Format: Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)Sub Unit: ------------Salary Grade: 053Department: Alumni Affairs and DevelopmentUnion: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech WorkersTime Status: Full-timePre-Employment Screening: IdentityCommitment to Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging: Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.EOE 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.PI239883864