Job Description Summary

Launched in October 2023, based off the former Health Thought Leadership Network, the Bentley Center for Health and Business (CHB) focuses on impactful education, actionable research and meaningful collaborations. The CHB is currently in a major growth phase with new programs/initiatives for learners at all levels, international research collaborations/workshops and a presence at global events highlighting our growth, capacity and perspectives on the business of health.

Reporting to the Program Director, this position supports the administrative and operational activities of the Center. Duties include managing all events and workflow in the Center, take a lead role in managing/mentoring student workers, identify opportunities for marketing and promotion of the CHB, oversees data management, primary interface with other University departments and CHB affiliates, manages the website and social media presence, assist with reconciliations of financials with the Business Service Center, management of CHB programs and additional tasks as assigned.

As a key member of multiple new programs at Bentley, we are looking for an enthusiastic and creative team player who seeks opportunities to lead and can work independently. Willingness to learn is extremely important in this newly created role.

Essential Duties

Administrative Oversight

• Act as primary contact for internal and external associates.

• Prepare reports, memos, brochures, schedules, expense reports, correspondence and other documents.

• Make travel arrangements as needed.

• Manage team calendars when appropriate.

• Manage data associated with department programs.

• May prepare presentation materials.

• Hire, train, submit time and supervise student employees.

Data Management

• Continue to build the CHB database by inputting information on events, connections, impact metrics and networks.

• Create and update process management documents.

• Collaborate with Bentley’s Marketing Department on further enhancing our presence.

Program Management

• Manage programs and events for the CHB, including planning and executing.

• Participate in planning and execute marketing plans and program logistics.

• May attend meetings or events and document content.

• May design, gather and summarize program evaluations.

• Maintain current website and its content, strategize and develop targeted marketing materials for each of the CHB's programs and events, build beneficial relationships with all departments on campus, as well as the 90+ CHB affiliates.

Financial Support

• Work with the Business Service Center to reconcile CHB transactions, process invoices, create spend authorizations, expense reports and other financial transactions as needed.

Marketing/Website and Social Media

• Manage current website, implement social media marketing and outreach, and design materials for e-marketing or print publications.

• Attend training on Drupal and social media.

• Create newsletters biannually.

• Manage students to create and post social media content.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree.

• Two to four years of work experience.

• Excellent project management skills, ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a rapidly changing environment.

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

• Established computer/tech skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Teams, Google Drive, Zoom).

• Established social media skills (such as Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and other social media). Experience with Drupal a plus.

• Prior Workday software experience a plus.

• Outgoing self-starter and ability to work independently.

• Must have strong work ethic, be detail oriented and can present information clearly, concisely and objectively.

• Must demonstrate initiative and dedication to finishing tasks expediently/when due; must have excellent follow up and follow through skills.

• Must be respectful and aware of diversity of the student, staff and faculty population; make effort to work with cultural differences and open to learning about such differences.

Work Environment

• Typical office setting with extensive sitting and computer work.

• Academic institution with an inviting and vibrant campus community focused on using business for good.

• Ability to travel around campus for meetings and other work-related events.

• Position will require some night and weekend responsibilities, including representing the CHB at events, approximately once monthly on average.

• This position is primarily in the office. Virtual/remote work can be discussed. Flexible work environment & hours can be discussed after an evaluation period.

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

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