Managing Director, Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning
Core
Lead and manage the administrative and production functions of the Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL), including staff, budget, and strategic initiatives for online learning and educational technology.
Role type
Senior executive leadership (Managing Director)
Builds
Scalable online learning experiences, educational media, software tools for teaching, and administrative support systems for Harvard faculty.
Domain
Higher Education / EdTech / Online Learning
Deliverable
Product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Strategic planning, budget management ($22M+), team leadership (80+ staff), project management, financial acumen, stakeholder engagement, contract negotiation
Preferred skills
MBA, experience in multi-layered organizations, online learning/edtech publishing, academic technology, fundraising coordination
Technologies
AI tools, educational software platforms, learning management systems
Responsibilities
Lead and manage 80+ person staff; oversee $22M+ budget; execute department strategy and goals; manage director leadership team; coordinate university-wide initiatives; negotiate contracts; support fundraising efforts
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight