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JOTW 07-2014
February 17, 2014
This is JOTW newsletter number 1,005
“All children should be taught to unconditionally accept, approve, admire, appreciate, forgive, trust, and ultimately, love their own person.”
– Asa Don Brown
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*** This week’s top job …could be your job! This week’s top job is a JOTW Can’t Wait opportunity from the UN Foundation:
Senior Director, Foundation Communications and Outreach, United Nations Foundation, Washington, D.C
*** If you find out about a job opportunity in communications, send it to me (lundquist989@cs.com), and I’ll share it with the JOTW network.
*** The JOTW network is built upon cooperative principles. Share, and reap the benefits. And it feels good to help others. I call it selfish altruism. But this also means you need to contribute.
*** In this issue:
(To view these jobs, visit www.nedsjotw.com)
*** One Paragraph Pitch
1.) Senior Director, Foundation Communications and Outreach, United Nations Foundation, Washington, D.C
2.) Investigative Reporter for The Foundry, The Heritage Foundation, Washington, D.C.
3.) Communication Leader, Kiehl’s, L’Oréal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
4.) PR Manager, Active Cosmetics Division, La Roche Posay, L’Oréal, Warszawa, Poland
5.) Communications Corporate Media Intern (12 Month Administrative Intern), L’Oreal USA Inc., New York, NY
6.) Director Public Affairs – Arkansas and Oklahoma, Union Pacific, North Little Rock, AR
7.) Director, Global Corporate Communication, Veeam Software, Chicago, IL
8.) Senior Director, Digital Communications, AbbVie, Lake County, IL
9.) Communications Coordinator, Ocean Conservancy, Washington, D.C.
10.) Community Outreach Coordinator, Centene Corporation, Westmont, IL
11.) Senior Communications Specialist, Novelis, Atlanta, GA
12.) Digital Communications Lead Novelis, Atlanta, GA
13.) Communications Specialist, North America, Novelis, Atlanta, GA
14.) Senior Brand Manager, O’Donnell Agency, West Palm Beach, FL
15.) Marketing Communications Specialist, Jewish Community Foundation, Los Angeles, California
16.) PR Account Director, Max Borges Agency, San Francisco, CA
17.) Web Content Administrator, Union for Reform Judaism, New York, NY
18.) Web Project Manager, American Chemistry Council, Washington, DC
19.) Editorial Director, Storehouse, San Francisco, CA
21.) Editorial Director, Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO
22.) Videographer/Editor, Linxx Global Solutions, San Antonio, TX
23.) Editorial Director, Fiction, Amazon Publishing, New York, New York
24.) Development & Communications Associate, Fifth Avenue Committee, Brooklyn, New York
25.) SENIOR PRODUCER, Sonalysts, Inc., Waterford, CT
26.) Web Editor, King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, Saudi Aramco, Dhahran Saudi Arabia
27.) Energy Writer Editor, Corporate Planning , Saudi Aramco, Houston, Texas
28.) Communications Coordinator, NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), Arlington, Virginia
29.) Executive Editor, Signal Magazine, AFCEA International, Washington, DC
30.) Editorial Intern , YES! Magazine, Bainbridge Island, WA
31.) Communications Coordinator, Ocean Conservancy, Washington, D.C.
32.) Online Communications Specialist, Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Hillside, New Jersey
33.) Communications Manager, Cigna, Philadelphia, PA
34.) Part time Senior Editorial Associate, The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
35.) Manager of Marketing and Communications, Northern Children’s Services, Philadelphia, PA
36.) Senior Account Executive, Domus, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
37.) Marketing Communications Manager, Devon International Group, King Of Prussia, PA
38.) Project Support/Technical Writer, Global Integrity, Washington, DC
39.) Marketing and Communications Associate (Temporary), Oregon Food Bank, Portland, OR
40.) Senior Communications Position, Office of the Governor, Salem, Oregon
41.) Communications/Grassroots Director, Strategies 360, Portland, Oregon
42.) Development and Marketing/Communication Coordinator (Part-Time), Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) of Union County, Elizabeth, New Jersey
43.) Corporate Communications Manager, Geometry Global, NY, NY
44.) Publicist/Communications Supervisor, The Walt Disney Company UK & Ireland, Hammersmith, London, UK
45.) Disney Cruise Line Public Relations Internship – Fall 2014, Disney Parks & Resorts, Lake Buena Vista, FL
46.) Director, Communications, National Association of Area Agencies on Aging, Washington, DC
47.) Senior Communications Manager, Corporate Communications, TRAVELERS INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED, Hartford, Connecticut
48.) Account Supervisor, Technology, Peter A. Mayer Advertising, Inc., New Orleans, Louisiana
49.) Communications Coordinator, Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc., New Braunfels, TX
50.) Communications – The Westchester, Nordstrom, White Plains, NY
51.) Online Marketing Director, Nordstrom, Seattle , WA
52.) Technology Reporter, Bloomberg News, Tokyo, Japan
53.) Emerging Markets Reporter, Bloomberg News, Istanbul, Turkey
54.) Nigeria Bureau Chief, Bloomberg News, Lagos, Nigeria
55.) Manager, Social Communications & Strategy, ASAE, Washington, DC
56.) Directeur, Communications et affaires corporatives / Manager, Communications and Corporate affairs, Bell Helicopter, Mirabel, Quebec, Canada
57.) Communications Intern, Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Club, Corpus Christi, Texas
58.) Communications Intern, Cincinnati Reds, Cincinnati, OH
59.) Director, Communications, Communities In Schools, Washington D.C.
60.) Director, Marketing & Communications-Dewatering, Xylem Inc., Bridgeport, NJ
61.) Manager, Programs and Communications, Ricoh, Malvern, PA
62.) SR MGR, MARKETING – Philadelphia, The Coca-Cola Company, Philadelphia, PA
63.) Director of Publications, Printing and Editorial Services (Manager 190), West Chester University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, PA
64.) Marketing and Public Relations Specialist, General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems (GDAIS), Fairfax, VA
65.) Media Coordinator / Media Buying Assistant, Zehnder Communications, New Orleans, Louisiana
66.) PR Account Executive, Jacobson Rost, Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL
67.) Chef de service – Planification des communications et Diffusion / Manager, Communication Planning & Delivery, Air Canada, Toronto, Canada
68.) Communications/Public Relations Internship, Northwestern Mutual, Milwaukee, WI
69.) Public Relations Manager, Knights of Columbus, New Haven, CT
70.) Director of Public Affairs, Caesars Entertainment, Las Vegas, NV
71.) Communications Advisor, Project Development – Community & Aborignal Affairs, Port Metro Vancouver, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
72.) Public Relations Manager, Caesars Entertainment, Cincinnati, OH
73.) Public Relations Intern, Caesars Entertainment Corporation, Reno, NV
74.) Public Affairs Specialist (Press Officer), Food and Drug Administration, Department Of Health And Human Services, Silver Spring, MD
75.) Communications Directors, Alberta Public Affairs Bureau, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
76.) Media Relations Specialist, Essentia Health, Fargo, ND
78.) Public Relations Specialist, Mohegan Sun, Mohegan Tribe, New London/Norwich, Connecticut
79.) Corporate Communications Intern, Goodyear, Akron, Ohio
80.) Associate Vice President, Communications, Public Affairs and Partnerships, Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
81.) Account Manager, Wilen New York, Farmingdale, New York
82.) Marketing and Media Associate, Solaris, West Allis, WI
83.) Account Executive, RedWorks, New York, NY
84.) Senior Strategist, Engagement Strategy, OgilvyOne, New York, NY
85.) Communications Manager, Venetian Resort Hotel-Casino, Las Vegas, NV
86.) Digital Media Sales Executive, Mark 1, Cape Town, South Africa
87.) New Media Digital Product Manager, Capitol Broadcasting Company, Raleigh, North Carolina
88.) Director Of Communications, Dickinson State University, Dickinson, ND
89.) Public Affairs Specialist, Defense Finance and Accounting Service, Indianapolis, Indiana
90.) Account Director-Media Strategy Weber Shandwick – Silicon Valley, Sunnyvale, CA
91.) Powell Tate Summer Internship 2014, Powell Tate, Washington, D.C.
92.) Copy Writer, Weber Shandwick, Shanghai, China
93.) Communications Lead, Genesis10, Milwaukee, WI
94.) Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV
95.) Graphic Designer, Las Vegas Review Journal/Sun, Las Vegas, NV
96.) Product Marketing Manager, Training Company-Automotive, NW Suburbs Chicago, IL
97.) Communications and Marketing Manager, South African Tuberculosis Vaccine Initiative (SATVI), University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
98.) Media Relations Specialist, American Library Association, Chicago, Illinois
99.) PR Manager, Corporate Communications, Amazon Corporate LLC, Seattle, WA
100.) Communications Manager, Prime Air, Amazon Corporate LLC, Seattle, WA
101.) PR Specialist, Kindle, Amazon Corporate LLC, Seattle, WA
102.) NC Zoo Play Leader, kidZone, The NC Zoo, Asheboro), NC
103.) Track Worker, CSX, Fredericksburg, VA
104.) Carman, CSX, Nashville, TN
105.) Assistant Signalman, Xorail, Jacksonville, FL
106.) Polysomnographer – Sleep Medicine Services, Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems, Presque Isle, ME
107.) Snow Equipment Operators, Alaska Snow Removal, Anchorage, AK
108.) Snow Shovelers, Winter Park Property Management & Vacation Rentals, Winter Park, CO
109.) Snow Plow & Salt Truck Drivers, Yardmaster, Inc., Walled Lake, MI
(You can find the jobs descriptions and/or links at www.nedsjotw.com.
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*** One Paragraph Pitch:
*** Send your One Paragraph Pitch submissions to lundquist989@cs.com. You can pitch yourself or your business anyway you want, as long as it’s short and to the point. There is no waiting list. Submit yours today!
*** You Don’t Want to Miss the 5th Strategic Communications Summit!
For the 5th consecutive year, the National Summit on Strategic Communications — May 8-9 in Washington DC — assembles top leaders, 25+ speakers and CEOs from corporate, military and government communications and public affairs.
Please click here (http://info.exlpharma.com/C442-Executive-Summary-2013.html) to download an Executive Summary of keynotes at the 4th Strategic Summit last April where 100 colleagues assembled in Washington DC. These excerpts provide valuable insight into the practice of strategic communications.
With diverse speakers and relevant topics, the National Summit on Strategic Communications assembles participants working in cor¬porate communications, military public affairs, government relations, information operations and public relations who recognize this annual event as a leading forum to discuss best practices while networking with peers.
2014 Featured Faculty:
Vasily Brovko, Head of Communications, ROSTEC
Ben Edwards, Vice President, Global Communications & Digital Marketing, IBM
Eric Fanning, Under Secretary, UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
David Greenberg, Executive Vice President, LRN
Patricia Harrison, CEO, CORPORATION FOR PUBLIC BROADCASTING
Kolinda Grabar-Kitaroviæ, Assistant Secretary General for Public Diplomacy, NATO
Mike Paul, “The Reputation Doctor,” MGP & ASSOCIATES
John Santoro, Vice President, Leadership Communications, PFIZER
Chris Talley, Vice President, Brand & Strategy, USAA
…and many more! View the current agenda here:
http://strategicsummit.com/agenda/.
Book online today or call 866-207-6528. Be sure to mention priority code C442JOTW to receive $100 off early-bird registration.
For more information, please visit www.strategicsummit.com
*** Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:
March 17-18-19, Accra, Ghana
March 25-26-27, Monterey, Calif.
June 9-10, Abu Dhabi, UAE
*** Your Very Next Step!
The January 2014 YVNS newsletter is posted at http://www.nedsjotw.com/2014/01/26/step-newsletter-january-2014/.
Do you have a travel adventure? Share it with Ned who will post it in the next YVNS (note—it has to fit, so don’t make it tooo long).
*** Stand Out
“Stand Out” is available for those who want to stand out in job searches compared to the competition. Go to http://www.nedsjotw.com/jotw/stand-out/ and look around. “Stand Out” is researched and written by Woody Goulart.
*** Toronto and IABC. World Conference is just around the corner.
8–11 June 2014
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, Toronto, Canada
Bring your passion for being a better communicator to Toronto this June for the 2014 IABC World Conference. As you explore the vibrant ethnic neighborhoods, the Toronto Islands and Casa Loma, the culture, beauty and history of this cosmopolitan city will captivate you.
With seven tracks with more than 60 breakout sessions, plus five general sessions, World Conference offerings can help you reach the next stage of your career. Explore new ideas on:
•Career Building
•Crisis Communication
•Research and Measurement
•Strategic Leadership and Business
•Marketing and Advertising
•Reputation and Brand
•Employee Engagement
Register Now!
*** From Mat Matta:
Hi Ned,
Navy Youth Hockey is one month away from hosting a 24-hour around the clock Hockey for Heroes tournament benefitting the Wounded Warrior Project and USA Warriors Ice Hockey (usawarriorshockey.org). Our goal is to raise $40,000 for these great organizations
When: 6pm March 14th through 6pm March 15th.
Where: McMullen Ice Arena, Brigade Sports Complex, U.S. Naval Academy
Would love for your readers to come out and see some great hockey action! Games will feature the USA Warriors teams composed of injured veterans as well as local youth, high school and adult teams playing all night and day.
My son’s Bantam team is playing on Saturday afternoon against the NoVa Ice Dogs.
Donations can be made at the following: https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/individual-fundraising/NavyBantamBlue/
More information available at www.navyyouthhockey.com
Thanks
Mat
*** Let’s get to the jobs:
*** This week’s top job is a JOTW Can’t Wait opportunity from the UN Foundation:
1.) Senior Director, Foundation Communications and Outreach, United Nations Foundation, Washington, D.C
Department: Public Affairs
Overview
The Senior Director for United Nations Foundation Communications is responsible for developing and executing the national and international communications strategies for advancing the mission and goals of the UN Foundation as a whole. S/He directs the Foundation’s flagship communications operation in support of Foundation-wide goals, with special responsibility for messaging, public outreach, branding, internal communications, and communications related to special initiatives and Foundation leadership.
The Senior Director will secure and maintain relationships with the press and UNF partners in order to promote the work undertaken by UNF and the UN to advance key global challenges. The Senior Director will also be tasked with creating official statements, news releases, web content, and talking points for representatives of the UNF and UNF partners when delivering the message of the UN and the UNF to a broader audience. Additionally, the Senior Director will have primary responsibility for developing and maintaining the Foundation-wide editorial calendar of national and international opportunities to promote the work of the Foundation, its experts, senior leadership and board members. The Senior Director will coordinate efforts with other Senior Directors and will collaborate with communications professionals within the Public Affairs Team.
S/He, as the main coordinator and implementer of communications projects that cut across the Foundation’s wide portfolio, will manage a small staff of communications associates and officers, will be responsible for liaison with any external consultants (including public relations firms working on pan-Foundation programs) and will be the coordinator for publication and curation of the public voice and products that support the pan-foundation communications goals of the organization.
Working Relationships
The Senior Director for Foundation Communications and Outreach is a member of UNF’s Public Affairs Team. The Senior Director reports to the Executive Director of Communications and Public Affairs, in close coordination with the Vice-President of Communications and Public Relations.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
• Manage Foundation-wide communications plan in support of the Foundation’s mission, strengthening the Foundation brand, successfully crafting and building support for messages that position the Foundation as an organization that can effectively forge partnerships and build support to help the UN.
• Develop and implement strategy to communicate with specialty press, partner organizations and other target audiences about the UN Foundation and its experts and leaders.
• Develop relationships with reporters, editorial writers, columnists and broadcast media to advance promotion of the UN and the Foundation’s work focused on pressing global challenges—decreasing child mortality, improving disaster relief, protecting diverse cultures and environments, creating a clean energy future, empowering women and girls, and improving U.S.-UN relations.
• Develop and execute strategic communications and marketing plans (print, broadcast, periodicals, editorial boards, PSAs, videos, web, social media, and blog outreach) relevant to advancing UNF’s mission and brand.
• Work closely with the Foundation board liaison to promote our board members and the Foundation’s work.
• Serve as main point of contact with media around Foundation issues; identify, cultivate and deepen relationships with journalists and media outlets in support of Foundation goals.
• Develop and implement strategy to secure high-level speaking engagements for Foundation leadership on panels at key national and international conferences to promote the Foundation as an important contributor in addressing worldwide challenges such as decreasing child mortality, improving disaster relief, protecting diverse cultures and environments, creating a clean energy future, empowering women and girls, and improving U.S.-UN relations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with communications counterparts at Foundation partner organizations and the United Nations to promote the Foundation’s ability to build partnerships, grow constituencies, mobilize resources and advocate policy changes to support the UN’s work for individual and global progress.
• Provide guidance to Foundation senior leadership on effective internal communications strategies and tactics.
• Writing talking points, event briefings, and press releases.
• Help produce content and materials for the Foundation’s website.
• Support the overall efforts of the Public Affairs staff as directed.
• Manage consultant contracts.
• Manage 3-4 full-time employees, as well as interns and fellows, as appropriate, in support of all the duties noted above.
Selection Criteria
• BS or BA required in communications, journalism, or a related field;
• 7-10 years experience in communications and outreach related to global development, policy, international relations or other cross-cutting issues;
• Demonstrated experience in the field of communication. Familiarity with global development, UN issues and/or nonprofit expertise a plus;
• Ability to effectively manage a team, monitor productivity and collaborate among internal and external partner teams;
• On-the-record media experience and management of relationships with journalists;
• Demonstrated working relationships with Washington, DC, national, and international media;
• Excellent editing and writing skills;
• Experience managing public relations consultants;
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Ability to handle stress and work under pressure;
• Ability to meet regular attendance / tardiness policy.
Benefits & Compensation
Salary commensurate with experience. Actual salary will depend on qualifications and anticipated contribution to the Foundation.
UNF pays 100% of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance premiums for its employees and 75% of medical and vision for employees’ dependents.
In addition, UNF provides 20 days of paid vacation per year, 12 paid holidays, three personal days per year, an immediately vested 150% matching 403(b) contribution up to a limit of six-percent of employee pay, Metro Pass benefits, and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
To Apply
Please apply online at https://careers-unfoundation.icims.com/jobs/1138/senior-director%2c-foundation-communications-and-outreach/job
*** From Judy Heise:
2.) Investigative Reporter for The Foundry, The Heritage Foundation, Washington, D.C.
The Investigative Reporter is responsible for uncovering and breaking news on key policy issues for The Foundry, The Heritage Foundation’s primary digital media platform for defining, framing, and driving debates. The reporter will investigate and produce compelling content that persuades and activates audiences needed to achieve conservative policy victories.
Job Duties:
• Work with The Foundry’s Managing Editor to identify unique and interesting story ideas that position The Foundry as the leading source of conservative policy analysis and news.
• Think creatively about how to develop newsworthy content to drive key policy debates.
• Produce news copy on deadline, sometimes multiple times per day, without compromising accuracy or credibility.
• Cultivate sources in congressional offices and government agencies to break news and beat the competition.
• Research and report personal stories that enhance The Foundry’s ability to communicate complex policy issues.
• Adhere to journalism ethics by always seeking the truth and striving for a fair and comprehensive reporting of events and issues with thoroughness and honesty.
• Coordinate with the Strategic Communications Group and Impact Team representatives on stories to be written for The Foundry.
• Assist in the creation of relevant graphics, photos, and videos for Foundry posts.
• Participate in online video chats, radio and television interviews.
• Maintain a strong social media following and positive relationships with bloggers and media and encourage them to read and share Foundry content.
• Represent Heritage at appropriate media conferences and functions.
• Job Type:
FullTime
• Education:
Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience:
Three to five years of relevant journalism experience.
• Skills:
o Excellent writing skills, attention to detail. Computer Skills: Microsoft Office and Outlook, WordPress. Understand and support the Heritage mission and vision for America, and the team’s goals and objectives. Desire to sell ideas with passion. Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize them, and deliver first-rate work. Strong written and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail.
Apply online.
http://www.heritage.org/about/jobs/fulltime/investigative-reporter-for-the-foundry
3.) Communication Leader, Kiehl’s, L’Oréal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
4.) PR Manager, Active Cosmetics Division, La Roche Posay, L’Oréal, Warszawa, Poland
5.) Communications Corporate Media Intern (12 Month Administrative Intern), L’Oreal USA Inc., New York, NY
*** From Mark Sofman:
6.) Director Public Affairs – Arkansas and Oklahoma, Union Pacific, North Little Rock, AR
7.) Director, Global Corporate Communication, Veeam Software, Chicago, IL
8.) Senior Director, Digital Communications, AbbVie, Lake County, IL
*** From Meghan Snow:
Thank you for posting!
Meghan Snow
Director, Strategic Communications
Ocean Conservancy
Washington, DC 20036
9.) Communications Coordinator, Ocean Conservancy, Washington, D.C.
http://www.oceanconservancy.org/who-we-are/job-listings/communications-coordinator-2.html
10.) Community Outreach Coordinator, Centene Corporation, Westmont, IL
https://centene.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=107104
11.) Senior Communications Specialist, Novelis, Atlanta, GA
https://novelis.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=51700
12.) Digital Communications Lead Novelis, Atlanta, GA
https://novelis.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=002G0
13.) Communications Specialist, North America, Novelis, Atlanta, GA
https://novelis.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=002PS
*** From Julie Fanning:
Ned,
We are on the grow and would appreciate your help spreading the word about a senior-level position available at our agency. We’re looking for someone with public relations experience who has strong writing skills and a good understanding of news value. The job description is included below. We appreciate your help.
Julie Fanning
O’DONNELL AGENCY
14.) Senior Brand Manager, O’Donnell Agency, West Palm Beach, FL
Description:
The primary purpose of all of O’Donnell Agency’s PR programs is to elevate awareness and enhance and shape existing perceptions about the client by helping build a robust presence across traditional and digital media platforms and on the client’s “owned” media (website, blogs, newsletters, etc.) Partnerships, public speaking opportunities, events, community outreach, promotions of various types are also normal elements of a public relations plan. Creative thinking, problem-solving and good writing skills are key in this demanding role. Those who are ambitious, collaborative and serious about their career will thrive at O’Donnell Agency.
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Develop and implement mainstream and social media outreach plans for public relations campaigns, including building media lists and relationships for specialized story pitches. Community partnerships and the identification and development of concepts for white papers, infographics, videos, newsletters, email campaigns and other content to help position clients as thought leaders in their industry are key.
Contributing to and taking the lead on new business presentations is an important role within this position. Networking with designated groups and working hard to maintain good relations with all of the agency clients is an integral part of the role.
Clients often request that we manage their social media. This job requires significant knowledge of social media and its marketing applications. Development and/or supervision of social media editorial calendars, promotional ideas and engaging content is emphasized in this role.
The senior brand manager will identify sources at the companies we represent to provide expert comment in topical news stories, and be required to guide or develop the messaging for same. Identifying stories with news value, developing media pitches and press releases, newsletter stories and creating and implementing the strategy to atomize the topic across owned and social media is a key role.
Working with photographers at events and photo shoots, editors, reporters, partner organizations such as the PBC Convention & Visitors Bureau on FAM tours or other joint promotional initiatives is an integral part of the job, as well as supervising more junior staff.
Regular contributions to the agency’s blog are expected.
Supervise and assist in tracking and clipping media exposure on behalf of selected clients.
Create monthly activity reports for clients assigned to account manager.
Send resumes and writing samples to Julie@theodonnellagency.com.
15.) Marketing Communications Specialist, Jewish Community Foundation, Los Angeles, California
http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/7474-marketing-communication-specialist
*** From Kemi Ijaola:
16.) PR Account Director, Max Borges Agency, San Francisco, CA
17.) Web Content Administrator, Union for Reform Judaism, New York, NY
18.) Web Project Manager, American Chemistry Council, Washington, DC
19.) Editorial Director, Storehouse, San Francisco, CA
https://www.storehouse.co/jobs/editorial-director
20.) Digital Editorial Director, Atlantic Media Company, Washington, DC
21.) Editorial Director, Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO
http://business.maglcc.org/jobs/info/marketing-editorial-director
22.) Videographer/Editor, Linxx Global Solutions, San Antonio, TX
https://linxxglobal-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=145
23.) Editorial Director, Fiction, Amazon Publishing, New York, New York
http://www.my.jobs/new-york-ny/editorial-director-fiction-amazon-publishing/43015751/job/
24.) Development & Communications Associate, Fifth Avenue Committee, Brooklyn, New York
http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/7565-development-communications-associate
25.) SENIOR PRODUCER, Sonalysts, Inc., Waterford, CT
Sonalysts, Inc. is actively seeking an individual to join our Production Team. The individual must have vast expertise in Broadcast and Commercial Production. The successful candidate will be able to build rapport with clients, delegate tasks effectively and creatively solve problems.
Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s Degree
•Minimum 15 years of professional experience in broadcast production
•Must be able to manage project schedules and budgets
•Oversee both pre-production and physical production on set and/or location
•Successfully managed major clients (Fortune 500)
Please verify U.S. citizenship in your resume or cover letter. Resumes without a statement verifying U.S. citizenship will not be considered.
Send resumes to recruiting@sonalysts.com.
http://www.sonalysts.com/careers/default.php
26.) Web Editor, King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, Saudi Aramco, Dhahran Saudi Arabia
27.) Energy Writer Editor, Corporate Planning , Saudi Aramco, Houston, Texas
28.) Communications Coordinator, NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), Arlington, Virginia
http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/7517-communications-coordinator
29.) Executive Editor, Signal Magazine, AFCEA International, Washington, DC
http://www.washingtonpost.com/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=34602702
30.) Editorial Intern , YES! Magazine, Bainbridge Island, WA
http://www.yesmagazine.org/about/staff/editorial-intern
*** From Meghan Snow:
Thank you for posting!
Meghan Snow
Director, Strategic Communications
Ocean Conservancy
Washington, DC 20036
31.) Communications Coordinator, Ocean Conservancy, Washington, D.C.
http://www.oceanconservancy.org/who-we-are/job-listings/communications-coordinator-2.html
32.) Online Communications Specialist, Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Hillside, New Jersey
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs#/detail/6012400/2,false
*** From Bill Seiberlich:
33.) Communications Manager, Cigna, Philadelphia, PA
We are looking for a talented Human Resources Communications Manager to join our team in Philadelphia! This role is responsible for developing internal communications strategies, and designing, preparing, and disseminating information to Cigna employees around the world. Interested? Visit careers.cigna.com (ID 88638) or email Allison.Eastwood@cigna.com.
34.) Part time Senior Editorial Associate, The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is seeking a part time Senior Editorial Associate (24 hour a week) to join their Public Affairs team.
Job Summary:
Copies, edits and proofreads various Bank publications, including Research, Public Affairs, and Community Affairs materials. Edits, proofreads, and rewrites other materials as assigned. Edits for grammar and style. Coordinates the printing and production processes for Research and Public Affairs newsletters and brochures. Creates PDF files for Research Department Working Papers and other documents as appropriate. Sends files, as appropriate, to Public Affairs web team for posting to external website. Provides quality control of Graphics output by reviewing material to ensure that requested changes have been made. Proofreads documents for Graphics when requested.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Reads, reviews, and edits assigned publications and other written material for Research, Public Affairs, and Community Affairs, such as working papers, newsletters, surveys, consumer brochures, and community development materials, checking for style, organization, clarity, consistency, and layout; rewrites material as needed. Reviews bluelines for accuracy and quality.
Independently handles production process for Research newsletters and surveys, Public Affairs brochures and publications, and Community Affairs publications as assigned. Follows publications through Graphics and printing process, proofreads drafts, and coordinates web postings and mailings, when appropriate. Assists department management with special projects related to publications.
Each week, edits and proofreads Friday File (weekly publication) and works with internal communications administrator on other internal communications projects as needed.
When requested, reads, reviews, and edits written material for departments other than Research, Public Affairs, and Community Affairs, checking for style, clarity, and consistency. Rewrites material when necessary. Reviews Graphics work when requested to ensure that changes have been accurately made.
Actively involved in the accomplishment of departmental and/or Bankwide quality initiatives.
Fulfills job duties and responsibilities in conformance with sound safety practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
To be considered for this position, please include a cover letter with your resume.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in English or journalism, as well as a minimum of 5 years of experience as a proofreader/copy editor.
Demonstrated editorial skills; economic or banking knowledge desirable.
Some writing experience a plus.
Knowledge and Skills:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007, including Word and PowerPoint
Knowledge of printing production process
Other Requirements:
Knowledge of Excel desirable.
Applicants must be able to provide work authorization to prove their eligibility to work in the United States
Salary: Commensurate with experience. The Federal Reserve provides highly competitive benefits including health care coverage (medical, dental, vision and prescription drug), 401-K, retirement plan and vacation.
Apply online: http://www.phil.frb.org/careers/job-openings.cfm
35.) Manager of Marketing and Communications, Northern Children’s Services, Philadelphia, PA
http://careers.northernhome.org/opencats/careers/index.php?m=careers&p=showJob&ID=95
36.) Senior Account Executive, Domus, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
37.) Marketing Communications Manager, Devon International Group, King Of Prussia, PA
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=129505680
38.) Project Support/Technical Writer, Global Integrity, Washington, DC
https://www.globalintegrity.org/job/project-supporttechnical-writer/
*** From Mac’s List:
39.) Marketing and Communications Associate (Temporary), Oregon Food Bank, Portland, OR
40.) Senior Communications Position, Office of the Governor, Salem, Oregon
41.) Communications/Grassroots Director, Strategies 360, Portland, Oregon
42.) Development and Marketing/Communication Coordinator (Part-Time), Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) of Union County, Elizabeth, New Jersey
43.) Corporate Communications Manager, Geometry Global, NY, NY
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11563782
44.) Publicist/Communications Supervisor, The Walt Disney Company UK & Ireland, Hammersmith, London, UK
https://sjobs.brassring.com/tgwebhost/jobdetails.aspx?partnerid=25348&siteid=5039&jobid=154173
45.) Disney Cruise Line Public Relations Internship – Fall 2014, Disney Parks & Resorts, Lake Buena Vista, FL
https://sjobs.brassring.com/tgwebhost/jobdetails.aspx?partnerid=25348&siteid=5039&jobid=163536
46.) Director, Communications, National Association of Area Agencies on Aging, Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs#/detail/6012433/1,false
47.) Senior Communications Manager, Corporate Communications, TRAVELERS INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED, Hartford, Connecticut
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11529409
48.) Account Supervisor, Technology, Peter A. Mayer Advertising, Inc., New Orleans, Louisiana
http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Account-Supervisor,-Technology/145189.html
49.) Communications Coordinator, Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc., New Braunfels, TX
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs#/detail/5986903/1,false
50.) Communications – The Westchester, Nordstrom, White Plains, NY
https://nordstrom.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=330840
51.) Online Marketing Director, Nordstrom, Seattle , WA
https://nordstrom.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=330745
52.) Technology Reporter, Bloomberg News, Tokyo, Japan
http://jobs.bloomberg.com/job/Tokyo-Technology-Reporter-Tokyo-Job/23212700/
53.) Emerging Markets Reporter, Bloomberg News, Istanbul, Turkey
http://jobs.bloomberg.com/job/Istanbul-Emerging-Markets-Reporter-Istanbul-Job/36050500/
54.) Nigeria Bureau Chief, Bloomberg News, Lagos, Nigeria
http://jobs.bloomberg.com/job/Lagos-Nigeria-Bureau-Chief-Job/37226300/
*** From Racquel White, who got it from Susan Rink, who got it from Sabrina Kidwai:
55.) Manager, Social Communications & Strategy, ASAE, Washington, DC
https://home2.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=10767792&t=1
56.) Directeur, Communications et affaires corporatives / Manager, Communications and Corporate affairs, Bell Helicopter, Mirabel, Quebec, Canada
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11575208
57.) Communications Intern, Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Club, Corpus Christi, Texas
The Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Club, Double-A Affiliate of the Houston Astros, seeks a Communications Intern. This position reports to the Director of Communications.
The communications intern will assist in various functions of the communications department including, but not limited to arranging pre- and post-game interviews, writing post-game stories and features for cchooks.com, researching notes and records as needed, press box administration, operating Minor League Baseball’s in-game statistical software and preparing notes, stats packages and starting lineups for use by coaches, scouts and media. The successful candidate will be encouraged to think of new, creative ideas for the website, print and other communications-related materials.
This is not an on-air position.
The communications intern will work until 11:00 PM on home game days, with up to 35 hours per week when the club is away from home. This is an hourly, paid position.
Qualifications: You should be eager to work in baseball or a sports-related field and possess baseball knowledge. Being able to keep score during the game is a must. You should be pursuing (or have completed) a college degree in public relations, mass communications, journalism or a related field. Ability to work all 70 Hooks home games in 2014, plus high school/college games and special events is necessary.
Note: When you apply for this job online, you will be required to answer the following questions:
1. Yes/No Are you able to work all 70 Hooks home games in 2014, plus high school/college games and special events?
2. Yes/No Are you able to work until 11:00pm on home game days?
3. Yes/No Are you able to work 35 hours per week for away games?
http://baseballjobs.teamworkonline.com/teamwork/jobs/jobs.cfm/Internships?supcat=474#63241
58.) Communications Intern, Cincinnati Reds, Cincinnati, OH
http://baseballjobs.teamworkonline.com/teamwork/jobs/jobs.cfm/Internships?supcat=474#64335
59.) Director, Communications, Communities In Schools, Washington D.C.
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/10792768
*** From Bill Seiberlich:
60.) Director, Marketing & Communications-Dewatering, Xylem Inc., Bridgeport, NJ
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11487414
61.) Manager, Programs and Communications, Ricoh, Malvern, PA
http://www.candidatecare.com/srccsh/RTI.home?r=2000029254710&d=ricoh.candidatecare.com
62.) SR MGR, MARKETING – Philadelphia, The Coca-Cola Company, Philadelphia, PA
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11483362
63.) Director of Publications, Printing and Editorial Services (Manager 190), West Chester University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, PA
http://www.wcupa.edu/scripts/vacancies/zoomm.asp?Notice=14-114
64.) Marketing and Public Relations Specialist, General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems (GDAIS), Fairfax, VA
General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems is a provider of end-to-end ISR solutions to help ensure our customers have the right information when they need it to act with confidence in their high stakes missions. As a business unit within General Dynamics’ Information Systems and Technology group, we are dedicated to solving our customer’s tough problems and providing the expertise and technical innovation required to transform data into actionable intelligence.
From undersea sensors to border surveillance systems to space electronics, General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems designs and develops high-performance solutions to gather and organize data from across the cyber, space, air, land and sea domains. This is your opportunity to join a company with more than 50 years proven experience helping our customers be mission ready.
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.
Responsibilities for this Position:
Sr. Marketing and Public Relations Specialist
General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems has an immediate opening for a self-motivated Sr. Marketing and Public Relations Specialist to join our team of talented and driven professionals. Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Public Relations, the selected candidate will proactively work with teams across General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems to collaboratively plan, develop, execute and measure various marketing communications plans and associated tactics.
In addition to receiving a competitive salary and generous health and personal benefits, the employee will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.
Key Responsibilities
The Sr. Marketing and Public Relations Specialist will work with the strategy and business development team, senior executives, program leadership and other internal customers to develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns, build and protect the General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems brand, and position the company with relevant audiences. The Sr. Marketing and Public Relations Specialist will lead/manage marketing communications efforts to include corporate briefings and marketing materials (such as data sheets and brochures), and trade show assets. Additionally, the position will manage five websites, write and/or edit for various channels and websites, plan and participate in trade shows, and support ongoing strategic planning.
Additional Responsibilities
•Serve as lead for our content management system and main interface with the IT organization
•Creation of script, web/social media content, print and multi-media collateral development
•Researches, develops and implements and publishes messages through relevant channels
•Develop relevant, consistent, benefit-oriented key messages
•Oversee graphic production from design to print
Basic Qualifications:
Job Requirements
•Bachelor’s degree in a related specialty or the equivalent
•Minimum of two to five years of progressively responsible communications and marketing experience required, particularly in a military/federal or high tech environment
•Excellent research and writing skills that demonstrate the ability to understand and communicate advanced technologies
•Working knowledge of Constant Contact or similar contact management technology
•Excellent interpersonal communication skills
•Ability to multi-task in fast pace, dynamics environment
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Qualifications (Preferred):
•Prefer candidate with six to eight years related experience
•Experience working with various communications media, including print, electronic, web and social media
•Strong strategic organization and planning skills to develop and implement communications programs
•Strong organization, presentation, time management and creative problem solving skills
•Strong editorial and proofreading skills
•Product marketing exposure
https://careers-gd-ais.icims.com/jobs/9704/marketing-and-public-relations-specialist/job
65.) Media Coordinator / Media Buying Assistant, Zehnder Communications, New Orleans, Louisiana
http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Media-Coordinator-Media-Buying-Assistant/145177.html
66.) PR Account Executive, Jacobson Rost, Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL
67.) Chef de service – Planification des communications et Diffusion / Manager, Communication Planning & Delivery, Air Canada, Toronto, Canada
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11558427
68.) Communications/Public Relations Internship, Northwestern Mutual, Milwaukee, WI
69.) Public Relations Manager, Knights of Columbus, New Haven, CT
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/10446281
70.) Director of Public Affairs, Caesars Entertainment, Las Vegas, NV
71.) Communications Advisor, Project Development – Community & Aborignal Affairs, Port Metro Vancouver, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/16379623
72.) Public Relations Manager, Caesars Entertainment, Cincinnati, OH
73.) Public Relations Intern, Caesars Entertainment Corporation, Reno, NV
https://caesars.hodesiq.com/careers/job_detail.asp?JobID=4175287
74.) Public Affairs Specialist (Press Officer), Food and Drug Administration, Department Of Health And Human Services, Silver Spring, MD
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/360279700
75.) Communications Directors, Alberta Public Affairs Bureau, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/16431141
76.) Media Relations Specialist, Essentia Health, Fargo, ND
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=608315
78.) Public Relations Specialist, Mohegan Sun, Mohegan Tribe, New London/Norwich, Connecticut
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11415500
79.) Corporate Communications Intern, Goodyear, Akron, Ohio
http://www.candidatecare.com/srccsh/job.guid?_reqID=2000029324010
80.) Associate Vice President, Communications, Public Affairs and Partnerships, Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/16431959
81.) Account Manager, Wilen New York, Farmingdale, New York
http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Account-Manager/145201.html
82.) Marketing and Media Associate, Solaris, West Allis, WI
83.) Account Executive, RedWorks, New York, NY
84.) Senior Strategist, Engagement Strategy, OgilvyOne, New York, NY
85.) Communications Manager, Venetian Resort Hotel-Casino, Las Vegas, NV
http://careers.reviewjournal.com/jobs/communications-manager-las-vegas-nv-61947111-d?jobId=61947111
86.) Digital Media Sales Executive, Mark 1, Cape Town, South Africa
http://www.bizcommunity.com/Job/196/16/198643.html
87.) New Media Digital Product Manager, Capitol Broadcasting Company, Raleigh, North Carolina
http://jobs.iabc.com/c/networks/vertical/job.cfm?site_id=65&job=16371660&n=54
88.) Director Of Communications, Dickinson State University, Dickinson, ND
http://jobview.monster.com/Director-Of-Communications-Job-Dickinson-ND-US-129522536.aspx
89.) Public Affairs Specialist, Defense Finance and Accounting Service, Indianapolis, Indiana
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/361691000
90.) Account Director-Media Strategy Weber Shandwick – Silicon Valley, Sunnyvale, CA
91.) Powell Tate Summer Internship 2014, Powell Tate, Washington, D.C.
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH15/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CMGRP&cws=37&rid=2152
92.) Copy Writer, Weber Shandwick, Shanghai, China
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH15/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CMGRP&cws=37&rid=999
93.) Communications Lead, Genesis10, Milwaukee, WI
94.) Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV
95.) Graphic Designer, Las Vegas Review Journal/Sun, Las Vegas, NV
http://careers.reviewjournal.com/jobs/graphic-designer-las-vegas-nv-61794137-d
*** From Erin Harte:
Hello,
My name is Erin and I am emailing you on behalf of Lynn Hazan and Associates. We are currently recruiting for a Product Marketing Manager, and would like to spread the word to members of Jobs of the Week. I have attached the link below for your convenience. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Best,
Erin Harte
Lynn Hazan & Associates
(312) 863-5401
96.) Product Marketing Manager, Training Company-Automotive, NW Suburbs Chicago, IL
http://lhazan.com/content/?q=node/276
97.) Communications and Marketing Manager, South African Tuberculosis Vaccine Initiative (SATVI), University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
http://www.bizcommunity.com/Job/196/423/198771.html
98.) Media Relations Specialist, American Library Association, Chicago, Illinois
http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Media-Relations-Specialist/145191.html
99.) PR Manager, Corporate Communications, Amazon Corporate LLC, Seattle, WA
http://www.amazon.com/gp/jobs/251378/
100.) Communications Manager, Prime Air, Amazon Corporate LLC, Seattle, WA
http://www.amazon.com/gp/jobs/250802
101.) PR Specialist, Kindle, Amazon Corporate LLC, Seattle, WA
http://www.amazon.com/gp/jobs/241708
*** Weekly Alternative Selections:
*** From Sue Bumpous:
Love this title:
102.) NC Zoo Play Leader, kidZone, The NC Zoo, Asheboro), NC
Enjoy the outdoors? Enjoy children? The NC Zoo has a job opening for you! kidZone is a place where kids and their parents can play, explore, and interact with nature in a fun and safe environment. The Zoo is looking for an individual who is ready to engage families in activities and programs that may leave them a little dirty, but with a smile on their face. The Play Leader’s role is to facilitate play in kidZone- a nature-based play area for children ages 3-10. kidZone Play Leaders are responsible for performing a variety of functions including facilitating outdoor exploration, leading activities, organizing crafts, engaging in storytelling. The kid Zone exhibit functions within the NC Zoo’s Education Division and the Play Leader position will be involved in other educational experiences such as birthday parties, special events, and informal visitor interactions.
Minimum qualifications: Prefer training in early childhood, recreation or outdoor/ environmental education- may currently be enrolled in college coursework; strong desire to share wonders of the natural world with all audiences is required. Individuals need to have energy, enthusiasm and patience, along with strong commitment to the importance of outdoor play within the field of early childhood education. Must be able to work a rotational schedule that includes weekends and holidays.
20-32 hours per week, including weekends and holidays
March 1 — October 31
Pay rate: $8.50/hour
This is a seasonal (April-October) temporary position.
Ellie Meadows
NC Zoo
Human Resources
(336)879-7310
*** From Mark Sofman:
103.) Track Worker, CSX, Fredericksburg, VA
104.) Carman, CSX, Nashville, TN
105.) Assistant Signalman, Xorail, Jacksonville, FL
106.) Polysomnographer – Sleep Medicine Services, Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems, Presque Isle, ME
107.) Snow Equipment Operators, Alaska Snow Removal, Anchorage, AK
108.) Snow Shovelers, Winter Park Property Management & Vacation Rentals, Winter Park, CO
109.) Snow Plow & Salt Truck Drivers, Yardmaster, Inc., Walled Lake, MI
*** Weekly Piracy Report:
022-14 10.02.2014: 0330 LT: Posn: 01:21.3N – 104:41.5E, Around 10nm NE of Tg. Berakit, Pulau Bintan, Indonesia.
Six robbers armed with guns and long knives in a small boat approached and boarded an anchored bulk carrier. Duty oiler noticed the robbers in the engine room and informed the D/O on the bridge. Alarm raised, ship’s whistle sounded, SSAS activated and all crew mustered on the bridge. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers were seen exiting the engine room and escaping in their boat. Crew searched the vessel and found nothing stolen.
021-14 10.02.2014: 0400-0500 LT: Posn: 17:37N – 083:24E, Visakhapatnam Anchorage, India.
Robbers boarded an anchored LPG Tanker unnoticed and escaped with ship’s properties. Port Control informed.
020-14 08.02.2014: 0420 UTC: Posn: 12:24N – 043:32E, Gulf of Aden.
Twelve pirates in three skiff approached a general cargo ship under way. The skiffs approached at high speed from the port and starboard side and closed to around 500 meters from the ship. Possible ladder identified in a skiff. Alarm raised, authorities informed, crew mustered in the citadel and flares fired in the direction of the skiff. As the skiffs continued to approach the private armed security fired warning shots resulting in the skiffs stopping and aborting the approach.
019-14 05.02.2014: 2330 UTC: Posn : 03:46N – 006:24E: Around 30NM South East of Brass Terminal, Nigeria.
Watchmen on a drifting tanker sighted a skiff with six persons armed with rifles approaching the vessel and looking for a way to board the vessel using a rope and hook. Alarm raised and SSAS alert activated. Seeing crew alertness the pirates aborted the attempt and moved away. Prior to the skiff approaching a vessel was noticed, via radar, stopping around 2nm from the tankers position.
018-14 05.02.2014: 0300 LT: Posn: 01:25N – 104:34E, Around 11nm North of Tg. Berakit, Pulau Bintan, Indonesia.
Five robbers armed with knives boarded an anchored chemical tanker unnoticed. The duty watch on board during routine rounds noticed some foot prints in the engine room and immediately informed the OOW on the bridge who raised alarm and alerted the crew. On hearing the alarm the robbers escaped in their boat with the stolen stores.
017-14 05.02.2014: 2225 LT: Posn : 22:15N – 091:45E: Chittagong anchorage Bangladesh.
During routine rounds duty AB on board an anchored bulk carrier noticed four robbers near the stern lowering ship’s stores into two wooden boats with three robbers in each boat. Seeing the AB the robbers threatened him with knives. The AB escaped and informed the duty officer on the bridge who raised the alarm, alerted the crew and informed the coast guard. The coast guard arrived and boarded the vessel and interviewed the crew and promised to apprehend the robbers.
016-14 18.01.2014: 0200 LT: Posn: 01:06N – 104:16E, Batam, Indonesia.
The duty oiler on board an anchored bulk carrier noticed armed robbers in the engine room. He immediately left the engine room and informed the 2/O on the bridge who alerted the crew, sent SSAS alert, contacted the local authorities and raised the engine room alarm. All crew remained locked in their cabins until the robbers had left the vessel with stolen ship’s spares. No injuries to crew.
*** Ball cap of the week: Basin Electric
*** Coffee Mug of the week: Raytheon SeaRAM
*** T- shirt of the week: Saab Sea Giraffe Users Group – San Diego 2012
*** Musical guest artist of the week: Edward Sharpe and Magnetic Zero
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