Director of International Safety and Security
Core
Leads Harvard University's 24/7 global safety, security, and emergency response program for 20+ offices and 6,700+ annual travelers, managing risk and incident response.
Role type
Senior Director of International Safety and Security (IC)
Builds
Global emergency response protocols, risk management strategies, and training programs for international travelers.
Domain
Higher Education / International Security & Crisis Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
International risk assessment, emergency response leadership, crisis management, team management (3+ direct reports), budget planning, stakeholder engagement, policy development, vendor management, data analysis for risk ratings, on-call availability.
Preferred skills
Advanced degree, higher education experience, foreign language proficiency, executive protection support, international field experience.
Technologies
Microsoft 365 Office Suite
Responsibilities
Manage a three-person team and oversee a rotating student co-op; lead the International Emergency Management Team (IEMT) and serve on the Crisis Management Team; develop and test emergency plans and protocols; manage the 24/7 global emergency response vendor; conduct international risk assessments and travel advisories; deliver training and orientations for high-risk destinations; coordinate with government agencies and peers; make critical time-sensitive decisions during international incidents.
Seniority
Director, Senior Leadership
