Harvard University
Position Title: Associate Portfolio Director,
Req ID: 65515BR
School or Unit: Harvard Business School
Description: Position Description
Collaborative work on Comprehensive Leadership Programs (CLP) includes:
- Collaborates with the Managing Director on CLP programs, alumni granting programs, through their entire life cycle, including: partner with faculty on new ideas and program formats, collaborate with marketing/sales teams, work with colleagues across Harvard Business School (HBS) and/or other entities to leverage relevant resources, oversee admissions process, partner with Executive Education (ExEd) colleagues and program delivery teams to deliver program, and evaluate effectiveness of program, both qualitatively and quantitatively.
- Works with the Managing Director to manage enrollment and understand the needs of our clients (global executives) by working with applicants, corporate contacts, other Portfolio Directors (PDs), and ExEd Sales & Marketing team.
- Works collaboratively as a member of the Open Enrollment (OE) team to shape and implement a strategy for assigned programs that maximizes faculty development, educational impact for participants/sponsoring organizations, and financial contribution, within the context of the overall ExEd portfolio strategy.
- Builds comprehensive knowledge of School's existing intellectual capital and teaching and learning models; ensures ongoing systematic understanding of new content and methodologies.
- Tracks program performance and is involved in creating and analyzing program metrics.
- Other duties as assigned.
Independent work on the CLP portfolio may include, but is not limited to:- Participates in the admissions, applicant vetting or approval processes
- Maintains data and analytical systems to define and evaluate program progress and track and comply with any reporting requirements. Tracks portfolio performance and is involved in creating and analyzing program or portfolio metrics.
- Partners with team members as needed to support programs at any point in program lifecycle
- Analyzes program portfolio development which may include recommending and implementing enrollment processes, program scheduling improvements and/or creating new administrative workflows
- Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
- Minimum of 7 years' relevant work experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills- Job requirements include high EQ, intellectual curiosity, and drive
- Analytical skills, and ability to enjoy and thrive in a highly collaborative and often ambiguous environment
- Previous experience in executive development, executive education, and/or educational brand-management strongly preferred.
- Superior written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills
Additional InformationThis role is offered as a hybrid (some combination of onsite and remote) where you are required to be onsite at our Boston, MA based campus 2-3 days per week. Specific days and schedule will be determined between you and your manager.
We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role.
A cover letter is required to be considered for this opportunity.
Harvard Business School will not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity.
Culture of Inclusion: The work and well-being of HBS is profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and life experiences. Explore more about HBS work culture here https://www.hbs.edu/employment.
About UsFounded in 1908 as part of Harvard University, Harvard Business School (www.hbs.edu) is located on a 40-acre campus in Boston. The School offers two full-time MBA and PhD programs, more than 175 Executive Education programs, and certificates and courses through Harvard Business School Online. For more than a century, Harvard Business School faculty have drawn on their research, connection to practice, global expertise, and passion for teaching to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. The School and its curriculum attract the boldest thinkers and the most collaborative learners who will shape the practice of business and entrepreneurship around the globe.
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.
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Department Office Location: USA - MA - Boston
Job Code: S0658P FSS Exec Education Prfsnal IV
Job Function: Faculty & Student Services, General Administration
Work Format: Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
Sub Unit: ------------
Salary Grade: 058
Department: Executive Education
Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Time Status: Full-time
Pre-Employment Screening: Criminal, Education, Identity
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.
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.
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