How can you help to facilitate "executive synthesis" as a program manager at Facebook?

Remember to discuss a strategy for establishing alignment across the various groups you would work with initially as well as a plan for ensuring regular synthesis incrementally. Also, demonstrate that you would serve as a program subject matter expert providing the details needed to support seniors in making complex decisions necessary for success.

"There are several ways I can help facilitate executive synthesis as a program manager. First, I would work to facilitate discussions regarding the needs and priorities of each group. I would offer insight into the value of their requests as well as an analysis of the cost of delay as competing needs are prioritized against each other. Once we establish a clear set of collective goals, I would develop a strategic plan, socialize it, and gain approval across all of the stakeholder groups.

I would provide a roadmap with key points such as milestones and dependencies regularly. I would also facilitate regular check-ins to discuss status and collaboration opportunities. I would raise issues and opportunities that need support across groups and ensure that everyone stays in sync. I would offer insight into patterns and the details behind any problems that need to be resolved. I would also communicate opportunities I see for synthesis across groups and work to develop both strategic and tactical plans of action."