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Management Assistant, UK Specialists, Newsgathering

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Job Ref. No
1009961
Location
London - Broadcasting House
Contract Type
Attachment/Fixed Term
Contract Duration
03 months
Job Category:
Business & Support
Closing date for applications
17 March 2013 at 11:59pm

Department

BBC Newsgathering is at the heart of BBC News providing news reports, pictures and audio material to all BBC News programmes and services both in the UK and internationally. It provides content for television, radio, online and interactive services which is of the highest possible editorial and technical standard which in turn provides the best value for money for BBC audiences. It has to ensure that in the face of increasing competition, the BBC is the world leader in broadcast newsgathering at the forefront of both the range of editorial coverage and technological innovation.

To find out more: http://explore.gateway.bbc.co.uk/newsgroup/news_group/newsgathering.aspx

Role

The Management Assistant works to the Assignment Editors in the UK Specialist teams – UK affairs; Education; Health; Science & Environment; Arts and Entertainment - providing professional administrative support to the teams and working alongside the Newsgathering Unit Manager and Management support team to establish, maintain and evolve procedures for the smooth and effective running of the department.

Requirements

You will need to have proven ability to work in a team environment and to communicate effectively with a range of people and at all levels of the BBC.  Excellent planning and organising skills, along with a proven ability to prioritise, work to tight deadlines and use initiative as appropriate.  You will need knowledge of BBC administrative procedures regarding hospitality, transport, conference room bookings, stationery ordering and maintaining of office equipment.  You will also need excellent practical knowledge and skills in a range of packages including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience of Workplace would be an advantage.

For further information on the role, please contact: Lesley Meachem (lesley.meachem@bbc.co.uk).

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