Innovation & Strategy Programs Lead

Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC is seeking an Associate Manager, Innovation & Strategic Initiatives to turn ideas into well-run programs and practical business opportunities across our portfolio including The Boston Globe, Boston.com, Boston magazine, STAT, and InstaTrac.

You will lead employee innovation programs, coordinate strategic initiatives, and help staff apply AI tools in newsroom and other departments.

Qualifications

At least 5 years of experience leading projects or programs with multiple stakeholders.
Delivery track record: plans, tracking details, follow-up and project completion.
Strong writing, research and analytical skills; identify gaps or risks and propose solutions.
Confident across a large organization; build relationships and drive decisions.
Comfort with AI tools and platforms for brainstorming, planning and execution.
Fluency with Google Workspace, Monday.com and Slack; ability to adapt tools to teams.
Interest in journalism and digital media; experience in media or innovation is a plus.
Experience in communications or project management is a plus.
Willingness to adapt and be audience-focused; inclusive mindset.

Responsibilities

Project manage strategic initiatives.
Own project plans and day-to-day coordination for cross-functional initiatives.
Set milestones, owners, decisions, risks; keep leadership updated with concise updates.
Support new projects from exploration through pilot or launch; coordinate with partners.
Assess results after launch and recommend changes based on participation and revenue potential.
Research media, audience, product and business trends; synthesize options for the team.
Run weekly standup and project board using Monday.com; prepare leadership updates.
Supervise and develop a co-op student; set priorities and review work.
Administer team platforms and vendor relationships; coordinate access and renewals.
Plan and deliver Innovation Week, Hack Day and Idea Pitch; manage communications and submissions.
Coordinate speakers, judges and internal partners; build timelines and run-of-show plans.
Document outcomes and next steps; improve formats for future programs.
Manage AI idea intake and project tracker; keep priorities clear.
Prototype lightweight workflows using approved AI tools; translate needs for technical partners.