Assistant Director Center for International Development

Requisition Number 33478

Title: Assistant Director Center for International Development

School/Unit: JFK School of Government

Department: Center for International Development

Location: Cambridge

 

Duties And Responsibilities:

 

Responsible for managing all administrative and budgetary aspects of the Center for International Development. Work with staff to ensure the efficient operation and financial management of the Center, and supervise one full-time employee. Administer the budget, monitor financial performance of projects, oversee sponsored gift and endowment contracts, manage monthly variance reporting process and financial and management reporting to the CID principals and HKS Office of Financial Services. Establish and disseminate CID's policies, particularly focused on new appointments, finances, general center processes, and CID office space. Provide strategy for administration and internal governance (policies and procedures) within CID. Work with Executive Director in writing annual reports to the HKS leadership and other strategic reports as necessary. Oversee the internal appointment process and manage HR-related issues. Develop budgeting process for new initiatives as they occur. Work closely with the Executive Director to prepare fund-raising proposals and sponsored research grants. Ensure compliance with laws, regulations and university guidelines. Represent CID at public events and internal meetings in lieu of Executive Director, as needed. The successful candidate will gain exposure to economic and sustainable development issues as well as extensive experience in a high-profile, fast-paced office, alongside friendly and energetic staff.

 

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

 

Basic Qualifications: BA with 5-7 years of progressive financial administrative and supervisory experience. Additional Requirements: Masters in public administration, finance or the equivalent preferred. Strong oral and written communication skills required. Proven ability to work with a variety of constituents in building and managing new processes. Previous experience in federally sponsored research administration in university or research environment and experience with the Harvard financial systems desired. Sense of humor, optimism, and maturity are a plus. Experience in developing countries or interest in development issues a plus.

 

Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screening.

 

Harvard University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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