Assistant Director, MBA Admissions Marketing & Outreach

Job DescriptionMBA Admissions Marketing at Harvard Business School (HBS) seeks an Assistant Director to play a central role in shaping how prospective students experience and engage with HBS. This role combines strategic outreach, community engagement, and content-driven storytelling to attract a diverse and dynamic pool of applicants.The Assistant Director will lead outreach initiatives across key markets, build and activate relationships with alumni and students, and contribute to the development of authentic, high-impact marketing content. This individual will serve as a visible ambassador of HBS, representing the School at events globally while also helping to translate on-the-ground insights into compelling outreach strategies.We seek a candidate with strong judgment, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, contributing to an engaged and high-performing team.Job-Specific ResponsibilitiesOutreach Strategy & ExecutionDevelop and implement targeted outreach strategies to increase awareness and drive applications across priority audiences and geographiesRepresent HBS at domestic and international events, including conferences, presentations, and small-group engagementsPlan and execute on- and off-campus events designed to educate and inspire prospective applicantsAnalyze prospect pool data, engagement trends, and funnel conversion to inform strategy and optimize outreach effortsIdentify emerging opportunities (industries, organizations, geographies) to expand reach and impactAlumni & Community Engagement StrategySupport the development and execution of outreach efforts that engage alumni and students in prospective student engagementBuild and manage relationships with regional Alumni Clubs, Shared Interest Groups, and individual alumni volunteersCollaborate with alumni and student leaders to facilitate small-scale, high-impact engagement opportunities that extend the reach of admissions outreachPartner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment between community engagement efforts and broader admissions prioritiesContribute to the evolution of engagement approaches by identifying opportunities to deepen participation and connection across the HBS communityCommunity & Pipeline DevelopmentIdentify and cultivate relationships with organizations and communities aligned with building a diverse and high-potential applicant poolPartner closely with the Pipeline Programs team to align college outreach and long-term talent development strategiesDevelop tailored engagement approaches for specific communities, informed by audience insights and market trendsContent & Digital EngagementManage a defined set of outreach-related content initiatives that support prospective student engagement and event marketing effortsPartner with the Admissions & Alumni Marketing and Communications Content, Digital, and Production team to ensure alignment with broader messaging and campaignsHelp surface and shape stories and perspectives from students, alumni, and prospective applicants to inform outreach materials and communicationsSupport ongoing prospect engagement efforts through content contributions across channels such as email, web, and event-related communicationsCross-Team Collaboration & Institutional ContributionCollaborate closely with Admissions, Digital Marketing, and Pipeline Programs teams to ensure a cohesive prospect experienceShare insights from the field to inform messaging, positioning, and program awareness strategiesContribute to a team culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvementTeamManage a full-time team memberSupport team-wide events such as outreach and yield events, conferences, and other activities as requiredWork closely with Marketing team members responsible for other outreach segmentsContribute to collaborative culture with willingness to both teach and learn from colleaguesOtherOpportunity to develop into an Admissions Board Member; training and onboarding to take place over several evaluation cyclesBuild trust and collaboration by being present on-site and engaging directly with colleagues and various constituentsResponsible for other duties as assignedWorking ConditionsAbility to travel (20%) extensively within the U.S. and internationally. Occasional evenings/weekends as required.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent work experience requiredMinimum of 5 years' relevant work experienceExperience managing relationships across multiple stakeholders (e.g., community-based organizations, alumni, students, etc.)Additional Qualifications and SkillsIn addition to the 5 years of experience listed above, we require 2 additional years of relevant work experienceExceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiencesStrong relationship-building skills and a demonstrated ability to manage external stakeholdersExperience planning and executing events or outreach initiativesComfort with public speaking and representing an organization in external settingsInterest in storytelling and content creation (experience with video, writing, or social media a plus)Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to inform strategy and decision-makingAbility to travel and work occasional evenings/weekends as requiredAdditional InformationVisa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this positionPre-Employment Screening: identity, education (information disclosed during application process)Work Format DetailsWork schedule and location will be set by the department. Employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard-registered state in compliance with the University's policy regarding employment outside of Massachusetts. Specific hours and days onsite will be determined by business needs and subject to change with appropriate notice.Salary Grade and RangesThis position is salary grade level 057. Salary ranges and related information are available on the university salary reference.BenefitsGenerous paid time off including parental leaveMedical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day oneRetirement plans with university contributionsWellbeing and mental health resourcesSupport for families and caregiversProfessional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursementCommuter benefits, discounts and campus perksEEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment StatementHarvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.J-18808-Ljbffr