Program Manager

27-Jul-2022

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

59151BR

Job Summary

The Program Manager, reporting to the Faculty Director and Executive Director, manages academic and research programs, particularly the Korea Institute’s 40th anniversary academic initiatives and related digital projects.

Position Description

Develop, oversee, implement and manage academic and research programs, as well as the KI’s growing digital archive, working closely with the KI faculty director, executive committee members, and ED. Responsible for program administration, budgets and financial processing, as well as internal and external communications and outreach for assigned projects. Hire and supervise LHT/Temp and student employees. Work closely with KI staff as an essential team member. Additional duties as needed.

Basic Qualifications

MA degree required. 5+ years related experience. 

Additional Qualifications and Skills

PhD preferred. 2+ years administrative experience preferred. Professional/native fluency in Korean and English, and experience in higher education in both scholarly and administrative capacities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), Adobe Acrobat, Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Vimeo), willingness to learn and use new technology platforms.

Punctuality, professionalism, attention to detail, conscientious and thorough, ability to multi-task, discretion, excellent communication skills, and a team player attitude are critical, as is flexibility and the ability to adapt with growing programs.

Please note: In order to be considered for this position, a cover letter must be included. 

Working Conditions

The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements . 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/ .

Additional Information

This is a three-year term position with possibility of renewal.

Please submit cover letter and cv in one PDF.

All final offers will be made by FAS HR. 

Job Function

General Administration

Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code

405013 Administrator (N)

Department

Korea Institute

Union

55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Appointment End Date

30-Sep-2025

Pre-Employment Screening

Credit, Criminal, Education, Identity

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