New England HERC

Job Summary

The Director of Administration will serve as the chief administrator working closely with the Faculty Director and Senior Research Scholar in providing administrative, operational, financial, and strategic management for the Center For Race, Inequality, and Equity Studies (CRISES), a new Inter-Faculty Initiative (IFI) that will be housed in the Division of Social Sciences.

Position Description

This critical leadership role will develop the administrative and staffing infrastructure to advance the academic, research, and programmatic agenda of the Center which will include conferences, workshops, visiting scholars' program and co-management of the Du Boise Review for Social Science Research on Race.

The Director of Administration will create and implement an administrative strategic plan, including a staffing strategy to support the center's activities, work closely with the Faculty Director, Division Leadership and the FAS Office of Finance to develop and manage an annual operating budget for the new Center and will oversee all administrative operations in the support of the Center's activities, including staff supervision and space use. This will involve developing a diverse and effective team; planning and delegating work effectively, ensuring that lines of responsibility and authority are clear and observed; communicating and monitoring performance expectations; motivating and developing direct reports; and ensuring compliance with Harvard and FAS policies and procedures.

This position develops and implements policies and procedures for effective administration and serves as a primary source of policy information for faculty, researchers, and staff. In addition, the position acts as a liaison with FAS and University Administration and participates in FAS and University-wide committees and initiatives as appropriate.

The Director of Administration will work closely with the Faculty Director and Senior Research Scholar in developing a strong program of stewardship activities including fostering and managing foundation and donor relationships and actively identifying funding opportunities that support the center's mission and activities. This position will support the development of grant proposals and reports and supervise the efforts of future CRISES staff in these endeavors.

The Director of Administration will work closely with the Faculty Director and Senior Research Scholar to manage Center communications and content development, including website, annual reports, conference programs, correspondence, brochures, and other public-relations materials.

The Director of Administration will assist with management of the Center's Advisory board and in consultation with the Director, will develop agendas or discussion items and ensures implementation of action items generated by the committee.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required with a minimum of 7 years of management experience in a research or academic environment including staff and financial management.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Demonstrated experience managing staff, budgets, & federal & non-federal sponsored programs strongly preferred. Substantial writing experience, fundraising and grants management experience a plus. Exceptional oral & written communication skills. Demonstrated success leading collaborative projects & achieving exceptional operational results.

Certificates and Licenses

None

Physical Requirements

None

Additional Information

This is a 24-month term position with a strong possibility of renewal.

All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.

Salary Grade: 058

Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

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.

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