Development Assistant, External Relations - Military veterans preferred

Development Assistant, External Relations

ID: 68341BR
JOB FUNCTION: Alumni Affairs and Development
LOCATION: Boston
WORK FORMAT: Hybrid
JOB TYPE: Full-time
BRAND: Harvard Business School

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join Harvard Business School?

Harvard Business School, located on a 40-acre campus in Boston, was founded in 1908 as part of Harvard University. It is among the world's most trusted sources of management education and thought leadership. For more than a century, the School's faculty has combined a passion for teaching with rigorous research conducted alongside practitioners at world-leading organizations to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. Through a dynamic ecosystem of research, learning, and entrepreneurship that includes MBA, Doctoral, Executive Education, and Online programs, as well as numerous initiatives, centers, institutes, and labs, Harvard Business School fosters bold new ideas and collaborative learning networks that shape the future of business.

Working in the Harvard Business School Development Office, the Development Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of complex administrative and project activities related to Development. This individual works on an interdependent team of support staff (Development Administration) within the larger Development group including Principal Gifts, Gift Opportunities, and Reunion Leadership Giving. The Development Assistant will report to the Director of Development Administration with additional reporting lines to 3-4 frontline fundraisers whom they support in all aspects of their day-to-day work. This role is responsible for other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• 3+ years of experience in administrative support role(s) and/or related experience is required.
• Education beyond high school may count toward experience.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) experience is a must.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Anticipates and resolves problems to effectively fulfill these responsibilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven customer service, interpersonal and organizational skills
• High level of attention to detail, ability to work independently, and work effectively with interruptions to meet tight deadlines and respond quickly
• Ability to interact appropriately across all organizational levels and with alumni and donors
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately with a high level of sensitivity and discretion
• Ability to learn new software and databases
• The ideal candidate will act as a leader amongst the greater Development Administration Team, set a positive example for staff across the team, demonstrate an inclination towards peer mentorship, and an impulse to improve processes
• This individual has a desire to work as part of a team with an all-hands-on deck approach and maintains a “no job is too big or small” philosophy.
• Familiarity with Advance Web or other Customer Relationship Management programs/reporting tools and a working knowledge of complex excel functions is a plus
• Experience providing complex administrative support is a plus.

Working Conditions:

• Occasional overtime may be required.
• The ability to work during reunion weekend (2x/year) and during some designated University holidays is required.

• Standard Hours/Schedule:40 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity
• Other Information: This is a hybrid position which we consider to be a combination of remote and onsite work at our Boston, MA based campus. HBS expects all staff to be onsite 3 days per week and departments provide onsite coverage Monday – Friday. Specific hours and days onsite will be determined by business needs and are subject to change with appropriate advanced notice.
  
  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

Work Format Details

This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. 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.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 053. Please visit? Harvard's Salary Ranges? to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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