Part-time LGBTIA+ Program Manager - Tenders Global

Part-time LGBTIA+ Program Manager

Harvard University

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16-Feb-2024

Harvard Medical School

65085BR

Position Description

Reporting directly to the Assistant Dean for Diversity Inclusion and Community Partnership, the Program Manager will develop, implement and manage LGBT programs for HMS faculty, trainees, students, and staff. This person will serve as lead/primary contact for LGBT programs ensuring that HMS is a welcoming and safe place for the LGBT community and allies.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

  • Relationship Management and Decision-Making Support
    • Act as the HMS LGBT subject matter expert for inquiries from the HLA community and nationally.
    • Collaborate and build relationships with key leaders and others at HMS offices and affiliated institutions, as well as HSDM, TH Chan SPH, and HU to support LGBT efforts and inclusion programming to design and implement events that support the LGBT community.
    • Work with other units within the DICP to support new and ongoing programming and efforts.
    • Liaise with medical, graduate and postdoctoral education, particularly with HMS Program in Medical Education (PME), Office of Recruitment Multicultural Affairs (ORMA), HMS Graduate Education and HMS/HSDM Office for Postdoctoral Fellows.
    • Represent the DICP LGBT Office at conferences.
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  • Program Management
    • Staff the LGBT Advisory Committee, including building and maintaining relationships with faculty, staff, students, and trainees for current and future participation.
    • Negotiate and implement meetings, programs and other event logistics including the LGBT Advisory Committee retreat and LGBT reception.
    • Assemble and maintain data for report preparation.
    • Research, collate and draft key documents related to LGBT programs and activities.
    • Research new funding opportunities and, in conjunction with DICP leadership, build relationships with donors for LGBT-related programs and initiatives.
    • Develop proposals in consultation with DICP leadership and develop progress reports as per funders’ requirements.
    • Engage with other offices included but not limited to DICP programs, events, activities, initiatives, as needed.
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  • Mentor/Mentee Development Support
    • Develop program content and work with DICP staff to create marketing material, including collateral, website, social media, as well as other communication methods and materials.
    • Create and maintain administrative systems. Supervise interns, as identified.
  • Basic Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study with five or more years of experience developing programs and/or resources for diverse audiences.
    • Knowledge of LGBT workforce, education, and health equity issues.
    • Understanding of social issues and factors relevant to LGBT communities.

    Additional Qualifications and Skills

    • Experience with faculty, graduate level students and/or staff preferred.
    • Able to handle complex and confidential information with discretion.
    • Critical thinking, ability to analyze and make decisions.
    • Detail oriented, energetic, take initiative and able to work independently with minimum supervision.
    • Proven ability to work effectively as both a leader and a contributor in a team setting.
    • Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
    • Demonstrated ability to communicate with highly diverse groups of people and exhibit sensitivity to cultural differences.
    • Commitment to diversity inclusion, and community partnerships.

    Additional Information

    Please note this is a part-time, 21 hours (.6 FTE) per week position.

    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.

    Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.

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    Work 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.

    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 – Boston

    Job Code

    359057 Admin Dept/Program Admin

    Work Format

    Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

    Department

    Diversity Inclusion and Community Partnership (DICP)

    Union

    00 – Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

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    Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

    We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values

    https://hms.harvard.edu/about-hms/campus-culture/mission-community-values-diversity-statement

    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.

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