Harvard University

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Master's degree preferred.
• Coaching certification a plus.
• Experience designing and implementing effective career development programming and resources for diverse employee populations.
• Effectively able to build and maintain relationships and ability to lead others through change.
• Proven capability for coaching, consulting, influencing and decision-making skills.
• Ability to balance strategy and execution.
• Ability to gain credibility with diverse constituencies.
• Other professional experiences within HR a plus, e.g. organization development, HR consulting, etc.
• Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills; can analyze data and draw insights to assess root causes and propose viable solutions.
• Experience building consensus and integrating processes, policies and procedures across multiple decision-makers in a decentralized environment.
• Proven track record of success and a strong focus on quality and customer service.
• Strong knowledge of higher education culture.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to deal with immediate priorities while anticipating and planning for strategic future needs.

Key Competencies

• Ability to develop clear, actionable steps in support of an overall talent mobility strategy
• Able to manage, coach, develop and mentor team members
• Ability to gain respect and trust of key clients; strong customer service skills
• Strong influence and consensus building skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Collaborative and consultative style
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
• Effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• Solid business acumen; understands the business they are working within
• Knowledge of the organization/institution (Harvard) as well as local units
• Ability to engage, inspire and influence people
• Effective team player

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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.,

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.