The Harvard Religious Freedom Clinic is seeking a Program Coordinator to offer administrative support and general assistance to the Clinic faculty and staff. The Program Coordinator will advance the Clinic’s mission of promoting pluralism and building bridges in service to those of need through religious freedom representation.

As a Program Coordinator, you will:

• Provide administrative guidance and assistance to Clinic staff and students on Clinic policies and processes and client matters;

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Clinic;

• Lead the Clinic’s communications efforts, covering the Clinic’s activities through social media posts and newsletters;

• Plan and coordinate Clinic activities and event programming, including panels, talks, special guests, student networking events, and trainings on Clinic systems;

• Assist Clinic Director and staff with research, copywriting, and developing internal and external Clinic materials;

• Serve as contact point for staff and students with regard to Clinic financial transactions, including payments and reimbursements;

• Work with Clinic Director and staff to develop, update, and maintain Clinic policies and processes.

Three or more years of relevant experience. Education beyond high school may count towards experience.

We are looking for people who have:

• A passion for the Clinic’s mission of ensuring religious freedom for all;

• Strong time management, prioritization skills, and attention to detail;

• Effective verbal and written communication skills;

• Solid writing, editing, and proofreading skills and fluency in MS Office and social media platforms;

• Prior experience working in a legal setting and with clients and students preferred.

This is a one year term appointment with potential for renewal subject to funding and departmental need.

We regret that Harvard Law School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

All offers to be made by HLS Human Resources.

Be a part of excellence and leadership in legal education and scholarship at Harvard Law School. We are a community of talented people from diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives, dedicated to advancing the cause of justice all over the world. We value our differences and our diversity as a source of strength. We are committed to developing and inspiring our students and our workforce. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you do it, Harvard Law School is a place where you can thrive.

• 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.