66360BRAuto req ID:66360BRJob Code:I0057P IT Project Manager III Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Project Manager, Learning Experience PlatformSub-Unit:Interfaculty Initiatives Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :057Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• High aptitude for synthesizing complex ideas and systems and communicating them via prose and visual representations.

• Strong presentation skills with the ability to both create highly aesthetic and communicative presentations as well as lead presentations.

• Acute critical thinking and listening skills with the ability to identify, crystallize, and challenge where necessary partner ideas and needs.

• Experience working within large technical ecosystems that involve multiple systems at various levels of integration

• High level of analytical expertise

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills

• Knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software and equipment

• Knowledge of CRM solutions

• Knowledge of LMS applications

• Highly specialized knowledge of a specific technology

• Knowledge of advanced IT project management principles (e.g. Agile) and software

• Demonstrated cross-functional project management experience

• Demonstrated team performance skills, service mindset approach, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor

• Attitude that supports an Agile working environment

Additional Information:Please note: This is a two-year term position with the possibility of renewal dependent upon business need and continued funding.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Cover letters are requested for this role. Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as a combined SINGLE DOCUMENT under the resume tab.

VPAL is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

PLEASE NOTE: 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.   

Why Harvard?

We offer a wide range of exciting and challenging job opportunities that support our world-class academic environment. We invite you to explore the many reasons to work for Harvard at https://hr.harvard.edu/why-harvard. Harvard University is committed to offering competitive total compensation package including:  

• A creative, high-energy, collaborative environment  

• Generous Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday pay  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting on your first day  

• University-funded retirement plans  

• Tuition Assistance Program  

• Transportation benefits to help with your daily commute  

• Health and wellness discounts, memberships, and programs  

Additional benefits can be found at https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards  

Department:VPALPre-Employment Screening:Education, IdentitySchedule:Full time. Monday through Friday. 35 hours per week. Job Function:Information Technology School/Unit:University Administration 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.Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years’ post-secondary education or relevant work experience

Certificates and Licenses:

Completion of Harvard IT Academy Project Management Foundations course (or external equivalent) preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office setting

• Some night and weekend work required

• VPAL is a hybrid office, as our team places a high value on the in-person experience, cross-team collaboration, and strong community building. Harvard University supports a hybrid workplace model which will actively support some remote work. Specific days and schedules for on campus work and remote work will be discussed during the interview process. Specific in-office and schedule will be determined between you and your manager. Please note hybrid workers must reside in a state where Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA).

Position Description:Who We Are:

The Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL) seeks to shape the future of education by discovering new ways to build the competence, curiosity, and confidence of learners around the world. We create engaging and scalable learning experiences, cultivate inspiring ideas, and connect a global community of learners—while developing tools, technologies, platforms, and policies to reduce friction throughout the learning lifecycle.

We are seeking a Project Manager who is responsible for tracking and advancing the various VPAL workstreams related to the development of Harvard’s learning experience platform, including cultivating high-impact partnerships with organizations within Harvard and beyond.

How You’ll Contribute

The learning experiences platform (“LXP”) is an ambitious new project at Harvard that seeks to deliver transformational learning experiences at scale across a diverse range of learning modalities. The LXP represents one of the largest IT investments by Harvard in recent years and is a critical piece of its vision for the future of teaching and learning. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Technology, the Project Manager will play the critical role of enabling and catalyzing the success of the LXP through 1) project managing LXP workstreams within VPAL across the marketing, program services, finance, and content development units; and 2) guiding partners through the LXP adoption process.

The primary areas of responsibility for the Project Manager will be:

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans and timelines for VPAL LXP initiatives.

• Collaborate with various VPAL teams to define and deliver on scope, goals, and deliverables for various LXP projects.

• Develop and maintain communications materials related to the LXP outreach, adoption, and change management, including presentation decks, written memorandums, and websites.

• Manage the LXP programmatic roadmap, tracking what programs are running and planned for on the LXP.

• Serve as a key point of contact for LXP partners, responsible for understanding and communicating partner needs back to VPAL and facilitating the optimal working relationship with partners to reach their LXP goals. Enabling this level of communication will require the ability to both understand business and operational needs, as well as to communicate and understand the potential impact of those needs at a high technical level.

• Guide partners through the process of LXP adoption, enabling partners to engage directly in LXP use or facilitating the correct hand-off to VPAL stakeholders when the partner is working with VPAL to put new programs on the LXP.

• Engage with Harvard-wide stakeholders and subject matter experts regarding partner needs to ensure governance, product, and other strategic decisions are surfaced, communicated, and put through the appropriate processes.

• Assist in preparing project status updates at various levels both within VPAL and to partners and LXP governance bodies as needed.

• Absorb and leverage project-related technology to ensure effective project management and collaboration.

• Apply Harvard University’s IT technical standards and best practices.

• Abide by and follow the Harvard University IT Code of Conduct.

Please note: this is a two-year term appointment starting from the date of hire, with possibility of renewal.

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.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-EP1Work 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.About Us:About the Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL)

The Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning seeks to shape the future of education by discovering new ways to build the competence, curiosity, and confidence of learners on our campuses and around the world. We create engaging and scalable learning experiences, cultivate inspiring ideas, and connect a global community of learners—while developing tools, technologies, platforms, and policies to reduce friction throughout the learning lifecycle. To learn more, visit http://vpal.harvard.edu.

VPAL is committed to convening and nurturing a diverse community dedicated to promoting inclusive excellence and leadership in teaching and learning. We celebrate, welcome, and honor all backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. We strive to ensure that all feel included in our mission, our work, and our learning inside and outside our organization. We affirm that inclusivity and belonging are the foundations of excellence.