Senior Writer and Editor

Senior Writer and Editor

Company: Harvard University

Job Location: Cambridge, 02138

Category: Publications and Editing

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Job Summary:

The EdRedesign Lab at Harvard Graduate School of Education: Founded in 2014 by Paul Reville, Francis Keppel Professor of Practice of Educational Policy and Administration at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, EdRedesign provides catalytic support to the cradle-to-career place-based partnership field to drive systems-level change and open personalized pathways to well-being, educational attainment, civic engagement, and upward mobility. To support this growing field to effect transformational change that serves the needs and talents of individual children and youth, our work focuses on talent development, actionable research, our Institute for Success Planning, and our By All Means initiatives. Our mission is to ensure the social, emotional, physical, and academic development and well-being of all children and youth, especially those affected by racism, poverty, and disinvestment.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Reporting to EdRedesign's Senior Director of Strategic Communications, Development, and Operations, the Senior Writer and Editor will be responsible for the development of signature written materials that align with EdRedesign's two interconnected focus areas: i) personalized-relationship based supports and ii) place-based cross-sector collaboration. Specifically, they will hold responsibilities in the following areas:

Writing and Editing for EdRedesign's Signature Publications and Curricular Materials

• Write, edit, and produce signature actionable research, strategic communications, and curricular materials, primarily: teaching cases, spotlights, educator/teaching guides, briefs and related materials. Additionally, op-eds and commentaries, white papers, blog/online posts, and other written products that align with EdRedesign's strategic priorities.
• Conduct relevant desk and field research to inform the development of EdRedesign written materials, including reviewing publicly available materials, sourcing and analyzing internal organization documents, and conducting interviews with protagonists, practitioners, leaders, and other sources. All research must be appropriately sourced, cited, and attributed.
• Work with EdRedesign's senior leadership, research, and communications departments along with national and community partners to produce signature written materials.
• Work with EdRedesign's communications team to develop written companion pieces for multimedia projects focused on movement building, narrative, and breakthrough storytelling.
• Contribute to the ideation of different curricular material formats for EdRedesign's target audiences, including students, practitioners, and policymakers.
• Contribute to the development of EdRedesign's new editorial process for signature publications and curricular materials.

Working Conditions:

This position works for a combination of on-campus and remote work based on business needs and manager approval. The opportunity for 100% remote work is available. All remote work must be performed within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT and WA). Candidates residing in other states are also encouraged to apply, though they would become employees of a third-party external payroll company rather than Harvard University.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 5+ years of related experience
• Experience with case writing and the production of curricular materials
• Candidates selected for an interview will be required to submit a writing sample
• Any candidate wishing to be considered must supply a cover letter in addition to their resume. Please upload as one document.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Master's degree or equivalent preferred
• Commitment to EdRedesign's mission, vision, and values
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with the Harvard case method and case writing focused on social impact
• Experience writing and editing in a range of formats, including: educator/teaching guides, briefs, op-eds and commentaries, white papers, blog/online posts, and case studies.
• Experience developing interview protocols for a range of written formats
• Strong project management experience and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work with a team effectively across different projects and work streams
• Ability to work independently, analyze problems, and develop practical solutions
• Experience with adult learning principles and content curation
• Ability to travel to conduct research in partner communities, attend national field-building events, and represent EdRedesign, the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and Harvard University professionally both internally and externally

Additional Information

• Appointment End Date: 1 year from date of hire
• Standard Hours/Schedule: 17.5 hours per week
• Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable): $40,000 - $45,000 (part time) commensurate with experience
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity and Education

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University's Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.