Degree Program Coordinator

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs, the Academic Program Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative, academic, and operational support for the Master of Theological Studies (MTS) Program, the Master in Religion and Public Life (MRPL), and the Certificate in Religion and Public Life (CRPL) internship program.

The Coordinator also works productively with the Faculty Chair of the MTS program and the Director of Religion and Public Life. The Coordinator serves as the primary administrative contact for prospective students, current students, faculty, alumni, and external partners, ensuring the effective day-to-day operation of these academic programs (MTS, CRPL, MRPL). Responsibilities include academic program administration, student advising, internship coordination, assessment, communications, some meeting and event planning, financial administration, and special projects.

Working collaboratively across Harvard Divinity School and with all the colleagues in the Office for Academic Affairs, the Coordinator helps ensure an exceptional educational experience for students while advancing the strategic goals of the MTS and CRPL programs.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Master in Religion and Public Life (MRPL)

                Program Administration

• Coordinate the day-to-day administration of the one-year Master in Religion and Public Life program. 

• Develop and maintain the annual academic calendar, including admissions, orientation, registration, advising, capstone activities, graduation, and special events. 

• Prepare reports and program materials for faculty leadership and the HDS administration. 

• Ensure compliance with university academic policies and procedures. 

• Serve as the primary administrative contact for prospective and enrolled MRPL students.  

                Program Communications and Events

• Coordinate MRPL orientations, networking events, and commencement-related programming. 

• Maintain program websites, newsletters, and communications. 

• Coordinate marketing and recruitment materials in collaboration with communications staff. 

Certificate in Religion and Public Life (CRPL)

                Internship and Experiential Learning

• Coordinate all aspects of the Religion and Public Life internship program, managing student experience, compensation, and assessment.

• Advise students throughout the CRPL experience, from recruitment, through course selection, internship, and capstone project. 

• Develop and maintain relationships with internship partners across nonprofit, governmental, educational, philanthropic, and religious organizations. 

• Coordinate internship recruitment, application review, placement, orientation, supervision, and evaluation. 

• Serve as the primary liaison among students, faculty advisors, and internship supervisors. 

• Maintain internship records, assessment data, and annual reports. 

• Support the continuous improvement of experiential learning opportunities 

Master of Theological Studies (MTS)

                Program Administration

• Support the Chair and members of the MTS Committee by scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking and distributing meeting minutes, and maintaining official committee records. 

• Advise students in course planning.

• Work closely with the MTS Curriculum Committee to develop programming that enhances advising and student engagement. 

• Coordinate assessment activities for the MTS Program in partnership with the HDS Registrar, including distributing, collecting, and compiling approved assessment instruments and questionnaires. 

• Assist with reports related to accreditation, assessment, institutional effectiveness, and strategic planning. 

Administrative Operations

• Assist with budget tracking and financial reconciliation. 

• Coordinate logistics for committee meetings, academic events, and faculty activities.  

• Supervise student workers and temporary staff, as assigned. 

• Support additional academic and administrative initiatives as needed. 

Working Conditions:

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt position. The position follows Harvard University's hybrid work guidelines. The Coordinator is expected to be in the office and on campus at least four days per week during the semesters. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support admissions, orientations, special events, conferences, and commencement activities.