Assistant Director of Nonprofit Pathways

16-May-2023

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

61288BR

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Nonprofit Pathways provides programmatic oversight of student engagement programs within Phillips Brooks House.  The Assistant Director of Nonprofit Pathways oversees day-to-day program functions related to student leadership development, residential student engagement strategies, summer fellowship experiences, winter break volunteer opportunities, and post-graduate public service employment opportunities for current Harvard undergraduates and recent graduates in the public interest sector.   Phillips Brooks House programs focus extensively on student civic engagement, building community partnerships, and alumni/ae engagement.  Harvard College provides support to a wide-range of community service organizations, alumni/ae Clubs, Shared Interest Groups (SIGs), and public service initiatives. 

Position Description

The Assistant Director of Nonprofit Pathways will collaborate with a variety of campus partners to sustain cross-departmental initiatives.  This position directly reports to the Director of Pathways to Practice and works in conjunction with the Assistant Dean for Civic Engagement and Service and the Director of Strategic Initiatives and Student Engagement.  

Responsibilities include

Student Recruiting and Advising : The Assistant Director of Nonprofit Pathways has primary oversight of advising students about civic pathways related to term-time, summer, winter, and post-graduate work.  This role also has primary oversight of recruiting students for leadership and professional development opportunities across campus, which also involves reading student applications and recommending candidates to our community partners.  This role will also develop resources to engage all students with an emphasis on supporting incoming first-year students and students from underrepresented communities.

Program Management : The Assistant Director of Nonprofit Pathways manages operations for a suite of public service programs for students.  These currently include the Mindich Service Fellowship Program, the Stad Fellowship Program, Harvard Clubs Summer Community Service Fellowship Program, the Arthur Liman Public Interest Law Fellowship Program, the SPARK program for pre-matriculated students, the Fong Family Winternship Program, and the Priscilla Chan Summer Service Stipend. 

Community Partnership Building : The Assistant Director of Nonprofit Pathways will support partnership building work related to term-time, summer, winter, and post-graduate programs.  The Assistant Director of Professional Pathways collaborates with several departments on campus to support campus conferences and regionally-based partnerships and programs, such as nonprofit board recruitment fairs and graduate school networking nights.

Communications : The Assistant Director of Student Pathways is responsible for social media efforts, with a focus on efforts that connect students to professional development opportunities.

Event Support:  The Assistant Director of Student Pathways provides support for departmental events. Some of these events currently include Public Service Recruiting Day, the First-Year Day of Service, the Public Interested Conference, the Engaged Scholarship and Social Justice Research Conference, and a series of non-profit board recruitment fairs that Harvard sponsors across the U.S.

Basic Qualifications

Basic/Required Qualifications: Must have Bachelor's Degree with 2-4 years of progressive leadership experience related to community engagement work.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Additional/Preferred Qualifications: We are seeking dynamic and versatile candidates with strong problem-solving skills.  We are seeking candidates with outstanding interpersonal skills who can work with a diverse array of constituencies.  We are seeking candidates with strong organizational and time management along with Strong writing and presentation skills. We are also seeking candidates who can manage relationships with strong attention to detail and discretion.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting using near vision use for reading and computer use for extended periods of time
• Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and other physical exertion

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting.
• May be required to work nights and weekends

Additional Information

This position has a term appointment of 2 years from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension.

COVID Vaccine Policy:  The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated (primary series) against COVID-, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster   Information. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ . 

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.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website 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 Function

General Administration

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code

359056 Admin Dept/Program Admin

Department

Phillips Brooks House

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Pre-Employment Screening

Education, Identity

Schedule

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm; 35 hour week. May require night and weekend work as well 

Commitment 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.

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.