HGSE is a diverse community of learners, teachers, and employees who are passionate about changing the world through education and striving for maximum impact in the field of education. The Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University is a community of 30+ people committed to making the world a better place for children, particularly those who face adversity early in life. Our vision is an equitable world where all kids can achieve their full potential. We do this by leveraging science and the real-world experience of practitioners, policymakers, pediatricians, and families to build the knowledge, shape the mindsets, and develop the skills and tools required to create more effective early childhood policies and programs in the US and other regions of the world. To learn more about the Center click here. To learn more about our pledge to address injustice, racism, and inequality, click here.

This role will serve as member of the Partnerships and Engagements (P&E) Team— a team that engages with partners, within the U.S. and globally, to make our science content and products useful across diverse contexts by co-creating learning opportunities that build knowledge to use science to improve impact. The Project Manager for Learning Engagements will support the design, management, and facilitation of high-impact learning engagements such as programs, workshops, webinars, and toolkits focused on child development.

We are seeking an individual who is skilled and passionate about the design, development, and delivery of high-quality, high impact learning engagements, including programs, workshops, webinars, and toolkits. These engagements aim to foster mindset shifts regarding the importance of the early childhood period and make the science of early childhood development (ECD) actionable for key stakeholders. The PM will support a portfolio of partnerships and projects that build the capacity of constituents to understand, apply, and effectively communicate the science of ECD; identify opportunities to test and iterate upon pilot products; contribute to making the Center’s offerings accessible and culturally relevant to diverse audiences; and takes on a range of other responsibilities appropriate to the PM role.

Position Description

Project Management and Coordination (50%):

• Manage various projects under the P&E Team with a focus on balancing competing priorities and timelines.
• Collaborate effectively with Project Leads (Senior Project Managers), colleagues, and external partners.
• Develop, maintain, and update detailed work plans to ensure timely project execution.
• Organize and facilitate project team meetings, ensuring alignment with deliverables and timelines.
• Track progress on action items, identify potential issues, and troubleshoot as needed to keep projects on track.
• Serves as liaison with external partners, fostering strong relationships.

Learning Engagement Implementation (15%):

• Manage logistics for learning events and facilitate sessions or activities as required.
• Engage with the Learning Design Team to enhance the quality of learning experiences, contributing to the development of knowledge, processes, and resource accessibility.

Data Management and Evaluation (10%):

• Collaborate with the Project Manager for Measurement, Evaluation, and Learning to oversee data collection, management, analysis, and reporting processes.
• Ensure that all data-related activities align with project goals and contribute to informed decision-making.

Documentation and Reporting (10%):

• Support the development of various written materials, including internal and external proposals, progress reports, and documentation that communicates project progress and outcomes effectively.

Additional Project Tasks (15%):

• Participate in internal capacity building experiences to build knowledge on the science of early childhood development and how to communicate it effectively to diverse audiences.
• Take on other project-related responsibilities as assigned to support the P&E Team’s mission and goals.

Basic Qualifications

• 3-5 years professional experience in areas related to project management and program implementation
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Any candidate wishing to be considered must supply a cover letter in addition to their resume showing that they meet the required basic qualifications.

This opportunity is posted as a two-year term position with a high probability of renewal. While this is a remote position, the employee’s presence is required for in-person events in and around Cambridge, MA. Occasional weekends and evenings may be required for event implementation.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Possesses a B.A. in a relevant field, including children, youth, and families; social services; public health; public policy; program evaluation; or other interdisciplinary experience
• Has experience planning, running, and/or facilitating executive leadership/professional development programs
• Approaches problems with a sense of curiosity. Takes initiative. Adapts as circumstances, objectives and deliverables change.
• Reflects and learns from own and others’ experiences and demonstrates ability to collaborate with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds, disciplines, and levels of expertise.
• Makes effective decisions that advance tasks and activities for which this position is responsible, seeking input from others as warranted; clearly frames decisions that need to be made by the SPM or team and concisely lays out all relevant considerations when sharing with supervisor or other decision-makers.
• Brings a knowledge of early childhood development (ECD) or demonstrates eagerness to learn about the science of ECD to inform effective learning engagements.
• Understanding of and commitment to addressing issues affecting communities facing disparities.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to and foundational knowledge of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging principles and brings an anti-racist/anti-bias lens to their work.

Working Conditions

HGSE is currently developing dynamic workplace models which will actively support a combination of on-campus and remote work (within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business) where business and operational needs allow. You and your manager will discuss the best schedule based on your role and operational need. If your role allows for remote work, please note that all remote work must be performed within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA (Only Exempt), CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA). Please also note that Harvard will withhold each applicable state’s required tax and other withholdings from your paycheck for the time you work there.

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

We regret that the Harvard Graduate School of Education does not provide Visa sponsorship.

Additional Information

HGSE Human Resources values diversity in all forms and believes that each employee brings a set of diverse experiences and identities to the workplace that makes us stronger, encourages innovation, and enhances our collective contributions.  We continue to develop and support a workforce that reflects the diversity of those we serve; fosters an environment that allows everyone to belong and to bring their best self to work; and creates the conditions that empower employees to contribute their full potential to advancing the work of the school.

We do this by:

• Hiring and retaining staff reflecting the diversity of those we serve
• Providing employees opportunities to learn, grow, and be challenged
• Reviewing and ensuring fairness and equity in HR practices and policies including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and compensation
• Developing strong relationships and partnerships internal and external to our community to advance diversity and inclusion
• Communicating transparently and respectfully; and
• Fostering an inclusive, respectful, and professional work environment

About the Harvard Graduate School of Education

Many choose to work at the Harvard Graduate School of Education because they believe in our mission and are excited by our vision for the future. We have a reputation as a great place to work, for our excellent leadership, and we are a strong community that values diversity. For more information about HGSE, its programs, research, and faculty, please visit: www.gse.harvard.edu

Work Format Details

This position is eligible for 100% remote work. Employees may work from any 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

We 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.

Job Function

General Administration

Department Office Location

USA – MA – Cambridge

Job Code

405012 Admin Professional (N)

Work Format

Remote

Sub-Unit

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Salary Grade

056

Department

CDC

Union

55 – Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Time Status

Full-time

Pre-Employment Screening

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.

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.