Strategic Training Program Manager

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Harvard's Financial Administration Department (FAD) is responsible for the stewardship of the University’s finances, including related business processes and technology in support of the teaching and research mission of the University. Within and across the University, we aim to be exemplary colleagues, trusted partners, valued advisors, and agents of positive change.  

More about FAD: 
Within and across the University, we aim to be exemplary colleagues, trusted partners, valued advisors, and agents of positive change. 

Within our own community, we aspire to: 

• Engage with respect, honesty, and integrity  
• Cultivate equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging  
• Welcome innovation, collaboration, and flexibility  
• Enjoy our work, grow professionally, and aim for the extraordinary

Learn more about Financial Administration (harvard.edu) and our eight reporting units. (https://finance.harvard.edu/)

Job Description

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

The Strategic Training Program Manager leads the strategy, design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Financial Administration Department's (FAD) learning and training programs. Serving as FAD's lead for learning strategy, organizational readiness, and user adoption, this role partners with business owners, policy experts, and stakeholders across the University to develop learning solutions that support the successful implementation of new business processes and organizational change initiatives.

This position is responsible for the end-to-end management of the learning lifecycle, including needs assessment, instructional design, curriculum development, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement for both instructor-led and digital learning experiences. The Strategic Training Program Manager collaborates with Schools, administrative units, and subject matter experts to develop scalable, accessible learning resources that meet the evolving needs of Harvard's diverse financial community.

As a key contributor to University-wide financial transformation initiatives, this role provides strategic project and change management support to promote organizational readiness, accelerate user adoption, and ensure the successful implementation of new technologies and business processes. By working collaboratively across functional areas, the Strategic Training Program Manager helps strengthen organizational capabilities and drive operational excellence throughout the University.