Newsroom coordinator (Brussels)

Company: POLITICO

POLITICO is seeking an organized and detail-oriented newsroom coordinator to support our journalists in Brussels.

This role provides a high level of support to the Managing Editor across operational tasks to ensure the smooth running of the newsroom. This person will play a central role in handling day-to-day administration, helping to ensure our newsroom adheres to standards of operational excellence that allow us to produce world-class journalism and build a sustainable business.

Our ideal candidate is a self-starter who is organized and can manage competing tasks in a timely manner; who thrives in a fast-paced environment and responds to requests with a problem-solving mindset and enthusiasm. A key element of the job is being detail oriented.

• Execute on travel and logistical planning for major coverage events where POLITICO wants to send journalists;
• Support our journalists by handling media accreditations and assisting with admin queries;
• Organize and communicate onboarding programs for new journalists;
• Support senior editors with staffing rotas and holiday planning;
• Maintain subscriptions for newsroom tools and national and local media;
• Organize and deliver external visits to the newsroom from high-level guests;
• Foster a positive working dynamic in the office and be a strong support for our journalists

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills; consistent attention to detail
• Strong communication skills across phone, email and in-person, in both English and French (fluency strongly preferred)
• Be a self-starter who is willing to spot and suggest ways to better support the newsroom, as well as to learn pre-existing processes
• High tolerance for ambiguity and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing levels of urgency
• A flexible and positive attitude, and the ability to anticipate future needs
• Experience with Microsoft Suite products and expense systems such as Rydoo

• Work from abroad days: Fancy a workday from atop a mountain resort, or want to work from your parent's dining room table around the holidays? POLITICO offers the opportunity to work from abroad for a limited period each year.
• Health and Wellness: Across the different cities where we have offices, we offer various initiatives that contribute to your well-being.
• Transportation: Say goodbye to traffic jams and hello to smooth commutes. POLITICO partially covers public transportation costs.
• Personal and Professional Growth: From dedicated trainings to regular career chats, with our Grow@POLITICO program, we put your professional development and growth first.