News Group Initiatives Manager<\/b><\/p>\n
Reports to:<\/b>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pat Fili-Krushel, Chairman NBCUniversal News Group<\/p>\n
Role:<\/b><\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Support the execution of a broad spectrum of News Group initiatives. Initiatives will include long range strategic plans and more tactical short term projects<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Provide input and perspective on News Group priorities and be an alternative voice in the development of action plans. Identify gaps in News Group thinking and priorities<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Seek out, research and share external perspectives on News Group priorities<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Identify and support recruitment of next generation news talent<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Support business unit or NG HQ teams on projects that are critical to News Group priorities. Support roles can be wide ranging and varied in scope\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n
Requirements\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Understanding of news and information media and ideally education or experience in media including exposure to content, digital, products and technology<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Self-starter with a highly flexible skill set<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Exceptional organizational, project management and execution skills. Ability to build effective relationships at all levels<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize and communicate data and information\u00a0clearly and concisely<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Exceptional communication skills – verbal and written<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Strong executive presence and comfortable sharing thoughts\/ perspectives and opinions at all levels<\/p>\n
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