Manouchka Jacques
About Manouchka Jacques
Manouchka Jacques serves as the Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition at Harvard Business School, where she has worked since 2019. She has a diverse background in human resources and education, with previous roles at institutions such as the Broad Institute and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Manouchka Jacques serves as the Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition at Harvard Business School. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the recruitment and talent management strategies within the institution. In addition to this role, she has also worked as the Staff Recruiting Manager at Harvard Business School since 2012, overseeing various aspects of staff recruitment for over a decade.
Previous Experience at Harvard Business School
Prior to her current role, Jacques worked at Harvard Business School as a Program Manager in the Global Experience Office from 2014 to 2015 and as a Field Global Immersion Manager for four months in 2017. These positions involved managing programs that enhance global learning experiences for students, showcasing her expertise in educational program management.
Educational Background
Jacques has a diverse educational background. She participated in the McNair Scholars Program at Salem State University in 2002. She earned a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science from Westfield State College from 2000 to 2003. She furthered her education with a Master of Arts from the University of Massachusetts Boston from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, she completed the Harvard University Administrative Fellowship Program from 2012 to 2013.
Professional Experience in Human Resources
Jacques has extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked as a Human Resources Associate at the Broad Institute from 2007 to 2010 and as a Human Resources Representative at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 2004 to 2007. She also served as an Immigration Compliance Specialist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for five months in 2012.
Early Career and Community Engagement
In her early career, Jacques held roles that involved community engagement and education. She served as an Urban Education Peer Counselor at Westfield State University from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, she worked as a Special Projects Coordinator for Administration and Assistant to Legal Affairs at the Democratic National Convention Committee from 2003 to 2004, where she contributed to administrative and legal affairs.