Operations & Community Engagement Coordinator, The Project on Workforce

The Project on Workforce seeks a highly organized, collaborative, and proactive Operations & Community Coordinator to support the Project’s day-to-day operations and foster engagement across its network of researchers, students, practitioners, alumni, and advisors. The Coordinator will manage core administrative and event logistics; coordinate selected research projects; and support student, alumni, and partner engagement. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with leaders addressing some of the nation’s most pressing education and workforce challenges.
Operations, Administration & Events (50%)
Support financial administration, including expense tracking, reimbursements, purchasing, and preparation of financial reports.
Coordinate vendor relationships, purchasing, and contracts, in collaboration with Project leadership and Harvard administrative offices.
Maintain organizational systems and processes that support the Project's research and engagement activities.
Coordinate convenings, meetings, and events that bring together Project on Workforce partners and stakeholders.
Support scheduling and other administrative activities for Project leadership, as needed.
Project Coordination (25%)
Coordinate one to two research projects, including managing timelines, scheduling meetings, coordinating research assistants, and tracking project deliverables.
Student & Community Engagement (25%)
Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and engagement of research assistants and student fellows.
Support the Project's Cross-Harvard Study Group and other student programming that connects students with researchers and practitioners.
Support outreach to Project alumni and strengthen the network of former research assistants, fellows, and study group members.
Assist with community communications, outreach, and other engagement initiatives.
Based at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government at the Harvard Kennedy School, the Project on Workforce is an interdisciplinary initiative spanning the Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard Business School's Managing the Future of Work project, and the Harvard Graduate School of Education. The Project produces rigorous research and actionable insights at the intersection of education, labor markets, and economic mobility, with the goal of creating stronger pathways between learning and work. Through research, policy engagement, strategic partnerships, and convenings, the Project brings together leaders across and beyond Harvard to address the nation's workforce challenges and expand opportunity for workers and learners.
Basic Qualifications:
At least 1 year of relevant professional experience.
A complete application must include a cover letter.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated initiative, judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Commitment to the Project on Workforce's mission of expanding economic opportunity through research and practice.
Experience coordinating events, projects, or administrative processes is preferred.
Interest in education, workforce development, public policy, or research is preferred.
Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid