Executive Director for the Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies and the Harvard China Fund

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Job Description

Job Summary

Duties: The Executive Director (ED) of the Fairbank Center forChinese Studies (FCCS) and the Harvard China Fund (HCF) plays a keyrole in building coordinated programs for the university’s researchengagement with China. The ED reports to the Fairbank Centerfaculty director to ensure effective implementation ofinterdisciplinary China-focused research activities in thehumanities and social sciences. The ED reports to the faculty chairof the Harvard China Fund to coordinate support for research andteaching activities throughout the university involving engagementwith China, particularly with respect to activities at the HarvardCenter Shanghai (HCS). The ED represents the FCCS and the HCF to internal and externalaudiences. The ED will implement outreach to alumni, affiliates,and colleagues to identify areas for academic collaboration.

Job-Specific Responsibilities

Responsibilities at the Fairbank Center:

• Oversee FCCS programs, seminars, and events
• Propose, implement, and manage new programs andinitiatives
• Build and maintain relationships to enhance Chinese studieswithin Harvard and beyond
• Consult with faculty on project organization or proposaldevelopment
• Provide guidance to FCCS visiting scholars, postdocs, andgraduate student associates
• Oversee Critical Issues Confronting China website and videoproduction
• Oversee the production of annual reports and othercommunications, and agendas for executive committee meetings andother meetings of FCCS leaders
• Hire, train and manage the FCCS staff
• Manage FCCS budget and space.
• Help coordinate the Harvard Taipei Academy Summer Schoolprogram

Responsibilities at the Harvard China Fund:

• Oversee the administration and delivery of local HCF programsand events
• Oversee scheduling and planning of the meetings of the HarvardChina Fund Steering Committee
• Develop relationships with Chinese institutions and withHarvard faculty interested in working in China
• Facilitate connections between US-based Harvard faculty andstaff and the Harvard Center Shanghai
• Manage the Cambridge-based budget of the Harvard China Fund andwork with the Executive Director for University Programs at theHarvard Center Shanghai on short- and long-term financialplanning
• Oversee the Harvard Summer School program in Shanghai and theSummer Internship Program in Greater China.
• Supervise staff at the HCF Cambridge Office.

In close collaboration with the Faculty Director of the HCF and the ED for University Programs at the Harvard Center Shanghai, the EDwill also develop and help implement a strategic vision for theHarvard Center Shanghai.

Outreach:

In consultation with the HCF faculty chair and in collaborationwith the ED for University Programs at the Harvard Center Shanghai,the ED will meet with faculty and senior administrators across theuniversity to promote academic collaborations and to catalyze newactivities at the HCS.

The ED will coordinate with the ED of University Programs at theHCS and with the University Development Office on fundraisinginitiatives and on the annual meetings of the Harvard ChinaAdvisory Group, composed of alumni and friends.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Eight years’ experience in academic, research, or relatedadministrative roles.
• Supervisory and budgetary experience.
• Proficiency in Mandarin and written Chinese.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Advanced degree in a related discipline or equivalentprofessional experience preferred.
• Broad knowledge of China Studies and familiarity with currentaffairs in Greater China
• Personal experience living and working in Greater China aplus.
• Excellent English-language oral and written communicationskills.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage organizational growthand balance multiple competing objectives.
• Ability to work productively in a highly decentralizedenvironment.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, and provencommitment to teamwork.

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University isunable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Credit,Criminal
• Other Information:
• This is an on site/in office position based in Cambridge,MA.
• International travel is required

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders thatall duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard orHarvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit worklocation. Individuals must meet work location sponsorshiprequirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 059. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed tosupport a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental andfinancial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Ourbenefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage startingon day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuitionassistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & WellbeingPage .

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