Assistant Director of Programs

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The Center for Climate, Health and the Global Environment, Department of Environmental Health, Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health (Harvard Chan C-CHANGE) is committed to tackling issues that are essential for building healthy, just, and sustainable communities. Through rigorous research, we evaluate and advance solutions that will enable the healthiest, most equitable path forward, especially for communities that are most vulnerable to climate change.

Our work addresses climate impacts at every level: individuals; health care systems; communities and cities; and national and global policy.

Reporting to Tracy Sachs, Administrative Director, the Assistant Director of Programs is responsible for developing, managing, and executing strategic programs, partnerships, educational initiatives, and engagement activities that advance the Center’s mission, visibility, and impact. This role oversees a diverse portfolio that includes external partnerships, advisory board engagement, educational programming, and events. Working closely with Center leadership and external stakeholders, the Assistant Director of Programs helps strengthen the Center’s profile and influence while creating opportunities for meaningful collaboration in advancing climate health solutions.

Provide leadership for the development, implementation, and growth of strategic programs and partnerships that advance the Center’s educational, research, and outreach goals.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with academic institutions, nonprofits, government agencies, industry leaders, and community organizations
• Identify, cultivate, and steward collaborative opportunities that support the Center’s mission and strategic objectives
• Build and strengthen relationships across Harvard University and external partners to foster innovative collaborations
• Collaborate with faculty and researchers to identify opportunities for new programs and initiatives
• Develop proposals and support fundraising efforts related to programmatic and partnership activities
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and represent the Center in meetings, forums, and collaborative initiatives
• Support the creation of communications materials that highlight program impact and partnership success
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on program outcomes and partnership effectiveness

Provide strategic leadership and operational management for the Center’s External Advisory Board and stakeholder engagement activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage the Center’s Advisory Board engagement strategy including…