68131BRAuto req ID:68131BRJob Code:403134 Coordinator I Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Communications CoordinatorSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :054Time Status:Full-time Union:55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree OR 2+ years of work experience in a relevant field of communications, marketing, journalism, or public relations. Additional Qualifications and Skills: + Bachelor’s degree in a related field (public policy, political science, journalism, communications, marketing, journalism, or public relations) preferred + Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills + Interest in public policy issues pertaining to antiracism, democratic governance, Indigenous governance, and Asia public policy + Experience managing multiple projects, setting priorities, and working as a part of a team + Experience with social media marketing, email marketing, media outreach, and web editing + Familiarity with political institutions, civil society groups, or others involved in the discourse and pursuit of democratic governance + Familiarity with inclusive language best practices and how to develop accessible communication products + Experience incorporating an equity lens into one’s work and helping build inclusive work environments + Familiarity with Salesforce and HTML/CSS Additional Information: This position is a fully benefits-eligible term appointment ending one year from date of hire, with possibility of renewal. Learn more about our work culture (https://www.hks.harvard.edu/more/about/leadership-administration/human-resources) and see yourself at Harvard Kennedy School. We regret that the Harvard Kennedy School does not provide visa sponsorship. Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background checks. Harvard University is committed to supporting a healthy, sustainable learning and working environment. This is a hybrid position based on our campus in Cambridge, MA. As a campus-based institution, we place a high value on the in-person experience, cross-team collaboration, and strong community building in order to create a vibrant campus for our students, faculty, staff, and research fellows. The position is required to work in-person on campus a minimum of three days per week during the academic year. Specific days and schedule will be determined between you and your manager. 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. Salary Range : $60,503 - $95,391 Note: Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the salary range; however, they are ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity. Department:Ash Center for Democratic Governance and InnovationPre-Employment Screening:Education, IdentitySchedule: 9-5 Monday through Friday Job Function:General Administration Position Description: The Communications Coordinator plays an active role in the day-to-day operations of the Ash Center's communications, across events and outreach, covering both digital media and print. As the central authority on scheduling and campaign execution, the Communications Coordinator ensures the communications and events team meets deadlines and gets information and research out in a timely, accessible manner to key audiences. This person independently manages communications about events, conferences, and student learning opportunities through social media, email marketing, and on-campus promotion. In managing the Center’s social media and web platforms, the Communications Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that the Center’s digital properties are updated with the latest information and is works to develop new features and content to improve the Center's web presence. Additionally, the Communications Coordinator is integral to promoting research and ideas from the Center's experts. This person authors, develops and delivers compelling email campaigns to share new research and ideas as well as authors editorial features (profiles, Q+As, etc.) for publication. Specific responsibilities include: Logistics and Coordination + Manage the team’s project and promotion schedule, ensuring the timely release of materials + Support the team’s internal collaboration and communication by scheduling meetings, and other duties as needed + Track goals and metrics for key campaigns and yearly plans Website Management + Keep the Ash Center website up to date with the latest research, people, and program information + Post timely news stories, editorial content, and assist with website design as needed. + Help author content for new Ash website program pages + Request and implement new features on the Ash Center website Event Support + Add Ash Center events to relevant center, school, and university platforms + Independently develop and send event-related email marketing and follow-up + Independently design and share event-related promotional graphics + Manage YouTube channel and ensure events and recordings meet accessibility standards + Assist in staffing events, both virtual and in-person, as needed + Advises programs and projects on best practices for hosting virtual events to ensure quality content. Email Marketing and Salesforce Development + Authors, builds, and sends timely email marketing promoting events, research, and more + Helps keep the Ash Center’s Salesforce CRM system up to date with relevant industry contacts + Advances the Center's use of Salesforce by helping to develop new automated workflows and improved processes Social Media + Manage the Center’s Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook accounts, posting relevant commentary, research, and other opportunities + Liaise with other social media managers, including HKS and Harvard social media managers, to ensure the Center is following best practices and the latest University guidance Communications Policy and Standards + Ensure that the Ash Center’s public and internal communications use inclusive language and are accessible to a range of audience members + Help teach and enforce Center accessibility policies and work with the team to regularly improve on communication best practices Editorial content creation + Write and edit feature stories, Q+As and other content that highlights the Ash Centers research, people, and ideas Other + Support media relations, design additional assets, and other responsibilities as dictated by the team’s needs School/Unit:Harvard Kennedy School 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.Job Summary: The Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government is the University’s hub for research, learning, and discourse on democracy. We aim to explore democracy’s greatest challenges and generate bold and innovative solutions. Working as a part of an energetic and passionate team, the Communications Coordinator helps get the Center’s research, timely commentary, and program opportunities into the hands of a diversity of audiences including academics, public leaders, democracy reformers, and advocates. Candidates must demonstrate experience with the basics of public communications, consistent attention to detail, and willingness to approach problems with creativity and collegiality. The Ash Center is a global and values-driven community that believes diverse perspectives are paramount to better understanding and addressing real-world problems. In fostering an environment of rigor, curiosity, and integrity, we value and respect different opinions, lived experiences, and diverse research and policy areas and approaches. We actively seek candidates who share our commitment and values. Commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Harvard Kennedy School’s Mission and Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Racism At Harvard Kennedy School, fostering a diverse and inclusive community where everyone feels they belong is a matter of basic fairness consistent with our core values as an institution. It is also essential to our mission of improving public policy and leadership—because recruiting the best people and creating an environment where they can thrive make us better at what we do, because we learn more from people with different perspectives, and because we work in diverse groups and serve diverse societies. Learn more about Harvard Kennedy School’s commitment to Diversity Equity, and Anti-Racism. 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. Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-DS1Work Format Details:This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. 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.