Student Coordinator

Job Summary:
Reporting to the Manager of Administration, with mainly independent responsibilities, the Student Coordinator serves as the primary administrative point of contact for all graduate and undergraduate students in the department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations (NELC).
Job-Specific Responsibilities:
The Student Coordinator works closely with faculty advisors, including the Director of Graduate Studies and Director of Undergraduate Studies and monitors student progress. Coordinates exams, prospectus submissions, and dissertation defenses. Manages student awards. Updates student handbooks and website related to student affairs. Responsible for student petitions. Prepares student information reports as requested. Advises students and faculty on issues regarding academic requirements and policies. Sets dates and participates in academic and social events for students and prospective students. Attends new student orientation, undergraduate fairs, open houses, etc. Oversees the online admission process. Other responsibilities as requested.
Basic Qualifications
Five or more years of related experience. Education beyond high school may count toward experience.
Additional Qualifications:
College degree strongly preferred, or an equivalent of education plus relevant business experience. Harvard experience preferred. Previous experience advising students. Strong interpersonal and written communications skills. Capacity for both independent and collaborative work. Ability to balance shifting priorities and to handle confidential information with discretion. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid