Assistant Director

25-Nov-2024

Assistant Director

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

67489BR

Position Description

Job Summary:

The Office of International Education (OIE) supports undergraduate students through facilitating enriching and engaging study abroad experiences for an academic year, a semester, and/or summer, as guided by the academic standards of Harvard College.   

Reporting to the Associate Director, the Assistant Director will lead a wide range of student service-oriented projects including advising, training, and strategic planning for new programs and initiatives to support targeted student populations.

Typical Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist and advise students in all aspects of studying abroad, according to Harvard College policies, from the beginning stages of selecting a program to their re-entry back to Harvard 

• Work closely with students, academic departments, and study abroad programs and international universities on all aspects related to the study abroad process including advising on internal and external funding sources 

• Refine and conduct regular analysis and reporting of study abroad student data, including student demographics and academics for internal and external metrics tracking 

• Oversee the technical management of student applications in Terra Dotta and serve as the department’s IT liaison on integration projects 

• Identify and track new and developing opportunities for academic year, semester, and summer international engagement 

• Partner with and engage in regular communication with program providers, other US universities, and foreign universities offering study abroad opportunities and programs, helping the team to stay current on international opportunities 

• Collaboratively develop and facilitate workshops, information sessions, outreach activities, special programs to promote study abroad across Harvard’s campus 

• Design and produce department marketing collateral including but not limited to brochures, flyers, and videos 

• Represent the department at professional conferences and participate in annual site assessments for program review as needed 

• Additional duties and projects as necessary

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree 

• Minimum five years of experience in international study advising with specific experience in study abroad program evaluation 

• Extensive experience in academic administration, data analysis, and working directly with undergraduate students 

• Hands-on experience with database and engagement platform management

Additional Qualifications

• Master's degree and experience studying and/or working abroad strongly preferred 

• Fluency in at least one foreign language 

• Graphic design experience  

• Strong ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and other members of the academic community 

• Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills 

• Collaborative team player with demonstrated ability to be self-directed and proactive 

• Enthusiasm for the mission of undergraduate education and an appreciation for the value of the international experience as a component of the undergraduate experience

Work 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.

Benefits

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• 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

Faculty & Student Services

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Boston

Job Code

S0557P FSS Academic Affairs Oficr III

Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Sub-Unit

College

Salary Grade

057

Department

Office of International Education

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time Status

Full-time

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, Education, Identity

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EEO Statement

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