Administrative Assistant, Msnbc

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MSNBC is looking for an Administrative Assistant who will provide support for the Senior Vice President of Content Strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Arrange and maintain daily schedules and travel itineraries
• Arrange meetings (including arranging for facilities/equipment, preparing of agendas, and communicating/following up with attendees).
• Compose and prepare various correspondence, typically in high-pressure situations and under tight deadlines
• Handle heavy telephone contact with all levels of internal and external executive management and employees
• Process expense reports

• Bachelor's degree
• At least 1 year news production experience or in an admin capacity
• Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite, including PowerPoint or similar programs

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities for a high level executive
•  Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to deal with all levels of management
• Excellent organization, detail orientated prioritization, time management and communication skills
• Exceptional follow through
• Ability to handle confidential material with utmost discretion
• Strong written and communication skills
• Self-starter, able to work independently and seek out answers & resources on own
• Experience in media / news industry
• Passion for news / politics

Additional Job Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in Washington, D.C. 
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $20-25/hr

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