ELP Program Facilitator in Cambridge, Massachusetts at Harvard University

Harvard University
Position Title: ELP Program Facilitator

Req ID: 66263BR

School or Unit: Harvard Radcliffe Institute

Description: Job Summary

The Harvard Radcliffe Institute is currently seeking two ELP Facilitators for the Emerging Leaders Program. These positions are seasonal, running from September to May. However, there's a possibility that they may transition into year-round regular roles.

The Emerging Leaders Program at Harvard Radcliffe Institute engages young leaders to learn from those on the forefront of social change, historically and today, as they develop the skills to become change makers in their own communities.

In our current programming, we partner local high school sophomores with current Harvard undergraduates in a mentoring relationship. Together, mentees and mentors challenge limited conceptions of who can be a leader as they build critical skills to drive positive change. Drawing on Radcliffe's history-and the vast holdings of the Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America-the ELP curriculum focuses on the intersection of identity and leadership, examples of social change past and present, and the practical skills necessary for community and civic engagement. ELP empowers those who might not traditionally see themselves as leaders to build the skills and confidence to drive meaningful change in their communities and beyond.

Reporting to the Director of the Emerging Leaders Program, the ELP Facilitators support the development and delivery of the Emerging Leaders Program offerings. The ELP Facilitators' responsibilities fall into two main categories:

1) facilitating ELP sessions, both in-person on Radcliffe's campus and remotely via Zoom.

2) supporting ongoing program and departmental development, including but not limited to, curriculum development; mentor recruitment, training, and support; supplemental mentee and mentor campus engagements; meetings and presentations with current and potential partner high schools and other community partners; and program administration.

Position Description

• Develops and refines ELP program curriculum in collaboration with ELP and HRI staff.
• Facilitates ELP program sessions (spring sessions currently occur four days per week in the late afternoon/early evening, each with approximately 25 mentees and 10-13 mentors; other season facilitation schedules will be determined as needed)
• Collaborates with ELP facilitators and ELP Program Administrator to ensure best practices in content delivery and different modalities of facilitation to support high engagement from ELP participants.
• Debriefs with other ELP staff after each session to determine any modifications to subsequent sessions. Maintains accurate attendance records for all ELP participants and creates appropriate strategies and plans for participants to make up content for any missed sessions.
• Collaborates with ELP staff, contractors, and HRI colleagues to support development and posting of online program materials for mentors and mentees.
• Co-designs evaluation surveys for participants, partner schools and organizations, and other facilitators to gather feedback and assess program periodically.
• Collaborates with Schlesinger Library-designated staff to incorporate materials from the Schlesinger archives into program curriculum and develop mechanisms for content delivery.
• Maintains excellent working relationships and effective communication with staff across the Institute, partner schools, and other organizations, as relevant.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Three years' relevant experience including teaching, facilitating, or conducting workshops with adolescents and young adults.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Experience facilitating workshops with young people
• Track record of interfacing successfully with youth and young adults.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service, youth, student, and/or community engagement, and experience building strong partnerships with student and/or community groups.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated strong analytical, writing, and communication skills. Proven ability to multi-task, plan, and execute complex projects, collaborate effectively, adjust and revise plans as needed, and take initiative and work independently.
• Passion for/commitment to connecting with, inspiring, and supporting young people on the topics of youth leadership and social change.
• Proficient with standard workplace technology platforms including but not limited to the following Microsoft applications (and their Google equivalents, if applicable): Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Forms, and Teams. Must demonstrate aptitude to learn new technology quickly.
• Flexibility to adapt to new programming in early stages of development, and excitement around being a thought partner in new initiatives.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Graduate studies or professional experience related to youth and student engagement, civic engagement, social justice, work with historically marginalized communities, and equity and opportunity preferred.
• Experience with curriculum development strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with online educational platforms, including but not limited to Google Classroom, preferred.
• Familiarity with basic design applications (e.g. Canva) preferred.

Working Conditions

• This job is performed primarily in a temperature-controlled office environment, with the possibility of occasional program activities taking place outside.
• Must be able to work late evenings, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM to support evening sessions.
• Frequent movement between campus buildings will be required to provide support to our community.
• Support outside of regularly scheduled hours, including weekends, will occasionally be required

Additional Information

About the Position:

This is a seasonal position, benefits-eligible staff position in job grade 56. Incumbents are expected to work a full-time schedule between September to May. However, there's a possibility that they may transition into year-round regular roles. However, there's a possibility that they may transition into year-round regular roles.

Information about our generous benefits and competitive pay, including salary ranges, may be found here: https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards.

Cover Letter:

Please note that cover letters are required for every application for a position at the Harvard Radcliffe Institute. Please combine your cover letter and resume into a single document that is uploaded when you are instructed by HARVARD CAREERS, Harvard's online application program, to "Upload my resume/CV from my computer".

Complete applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. However, we encourage all interested candidates to apply before August 15, 2024.

Interviews:

We will be conducting interviews virtually and might invite finalist candidates for on-campus interviews. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility with our interview process.

About the Harvard Radcliffe Institute:

The Harvard Radcliffe Institute is dedicated to creating and sharing transformative ideas across the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences. The Fellowship Program annually supports the work of 50 leading artists and scholars. Academic Ventures and Engagement fosters collaborative research projects and sponsors lectures and conferences that engage scholars with the public. The Schlesinger Library documents the lives of American women of the past and present for the future, furthering the Institute's commitment to women, gender and society.

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to achieving our goals through the efforts of a highly skilled, diverse workforce. With outstanding benefits, competitive pay, extensive learning opportunities, and a stimulating and attractive work environment, the Harvard Radcliffe Institute at Harvard University may be exactly the employer you have been looking for.

About Us

About the Harvard Radcliffe Institute:

The Harvard Radcliffe Institute is dedicated to creating and sharing transformative ideas across the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences. The Fellowship Program annually supports the work of 50 leading artists and scholars. Academic Ventures and Engagement fosters collaborative research projects and sponsors lectures and conferences that engage scholars with the public. The Schlesinger Library documents the lives of American women of the past and present for the future, furthering the Institute's commitment to women, gender and society.

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to achieving our goals through the efforts of a highly skilled, diverse workforce. With outstanding benefits, competitive pay, extensive learning opportunities, and a stimulating and attractive work environment, the Harvard Radcliffe Institute at Harvard University may be exactly the employer you have been looking for.

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.

Department Office Location: USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code: 405012 Admin Professional (N)

Job Function: General Administration

Work Format: Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Sub Unit: ------------

Salary Grade: 056

Department: Emerging Leaders Program Department
Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Time Status: Full-time

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