JOTW 34-2015

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JOTW 34-2015

August 26, 2015

www.nedsjotw.com

This is JOTW newsletter number 1,619

 

“I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be.”

– Douglas Adams

 

This edition of JOTW comes to you from Abu Dhabi, UAE, or Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, or somewhere in between.

 

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***  This week’s Can’t Wait postings:

 

None this week

 

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***  This week’s Top Job:

 

None this week

 

***  Top Jobs:  Stand above the rest.  Your job can be right here, at the top of the weekly JOTW newsletter.  Top job placement costs $100 per job per week.  To be on top, contact Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.

 

***  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.

 

***  Listing a position is free.  Top jobs placement is $100, and a “Can’t Wait” posting is $300.

 

***  In this issue:

 

***  One Paragraph Pitch

 

1.)  Social Media Administrator, Taft and Partners, Lawrenceville, NJ

2.)  Public Affairs Specialist, Food and Nutrition Service, Department Of Agriculture, Robbinsville, NJ

3.)  COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER – INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS, Social Media Specialist (T-Force), T-Mobile, Bellevue, Washington

4.)  SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER, T-Mobile, Bellevue, Washington

5.)  SPEECHWRITER, T-Mobile, Bellevue, Washington

6.)  Manager, Proposal & Business Development, Crowell & Moring LLP, Washington, DC

7.)  Social Media Strategist, Merrick Towle Communications, Calverton, Maryland

8.)  Public Affairs Specialist – DE, Patent and Trademark Office, Department Of Commerce, Alexandria, VA

9.)  Account Executive, Nevins & Associates, Towsen, MD

10.)  Account Executive, Tierney, Harrisburg, Pa.

 

11.)  Videographer/Editor/Producer, WTAJ-TV, Altoona, Pa.

12.)  Commercial Photographer/Editor, WTAJ-TV, Altoona, Pa.

13.)  Associate Marketing Manager, Partnership For Public Service, Washington, DC

14.)  Communications Associate, Partnership For Public Service, Washington, DC

15.)  Communication and Events Associate, Partnership For Public Service, Washington, DC

16.)  Web and Salesforce Developer, Partnership For Public Service, Washington, DC

17.)  Director II, Media Relations, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) , Washington, DC

18.)  Account Director (AD), Imprenta Communications Group, Sacramento, CA

19.)  Communications Officer, Union of Concerned Scientists, Washington, DC

20.)  Internal Communications Specialist, Bose Corporation, Stow, MA

 

21.)  Public Affairs & Outreach Officer, British Embassy, Washington, DC

22.)  Associate Director of Media Relations, Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA

23.)  Communications Director, North Star Fund, New York, New York

24.)  Manager, Corporate Alliances, International Rescue Committee, New York, New York

25.)  Director, Public Relations, broadhead, Minneapolis, MN

26.)  External Relations Specialist, College Possible, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

27.)  Communications & Media Specialist, Basin Electric Power Cooperative, Bismarck, North Dakota

29.)  Senior Communications Manager, NRECA, Arlington, VA

30.)  Media Coordinator, 6D Global Technologies, Inc., Portland, OR

 

31.)  Volunteer & Communications Coordinator, Forest Park Conservancy, Portland, OR

32.)  Account Executive, Nevins & Associates, Towson, MD

33.)  Director, Communications & Marketing, InsideNGO, Washington D.C.

34.)  Manager, Communications, Connecticut Hospital Association, Wallingford, Connecticut

35.)  Manager, Creative Services, RTI International, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

36.)  Sr. Manager, Event Communications, Consumer Electronics Association, Washington D.C.

37.)  Corporate Communications Manager, Cleversafe, Chicago, Illinois

38.)  National Public Relations Coordinator, 9to5, National Association of Working Women, Atlanta, Denver or Milwaukee

39.)  Manager, Policy and Advocacy Communication, National Stroke Association, Centennial, CO

40.)  Director of Marketing and Communications, URAC: Accreditation for Pharmacy, Case Management, Health Utilization, Health Plans & Networks, Washington D.C.

 

41.)  Director of Communications, CHELCO, DeFuniak Springs, Florida

42.)  Communications Director, Global Cities, The Nature Conservancy, Arlington, Virginia

43.)  Assoc Dir, Med Communications, Baxalta USA, Inc., Deerfield IL

44.)  MEDIA SPECIALIST, Wakefern, Edison, New York

 

***  Weekly Piracy Report

 

***  Here’s the link for the JOTW newsletter on the website:

http://www.nedsjotw.com/2015/08/26/jotw-34-2015/

 

www.nedsjotw.com.

 

***  One Paragraph Pitch:

 

None this week

 

***  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.  You can include a photo, too! There is no waiting list.  And it’s free!  Submit yours today!

 

***  Turn corporate sludge into focused, compelling writing.

 

Writing with Clarity

 

Your business success depends on your ability to craft messages and stories with clarity, efficiency, and focus. Whether you are writing a persuasive e-mail to an executive, an entertaining story for your intranet, a news release, or a disappointing message to a colleague, your writing needs to be precise, interesting, and convincing.

 

Ken O’Quinn’s Writing With Clarity workshops have helped thousands of professionals worldwide at such companies as Chevron, Visa, Oracle, Campbell’s Soup, Raytheon, Sprint, John Deere, Burson-Marsteller, and Fleishman Hillard.

 

http://www.writingwithclarity.com/

 

***  re:think your communications practice!

 

Registration is open for the 2015 Heritage Region Conference. Join us October 18-20 in Baltimore, MD to help re:engage your communications muscle. Take advantage of the 21 breakout sessions and re:shape your practice throughout the conference.

 

For the full lineup of speakers and schedules, visit www.iabcheritageconference.com.

 

***  You lost me at hello.

 

How to win their attention in the first 7 seconds.

 

From Communitelligence Inc. (http://www.communitelligence.com/)

http://www.communitelligence.com/you-lost-me-at-hello-7-seconds-is-all-you-have-to-win-their-attention/#sthash.F7qEEcXJ.dpuf

 

***  Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:

 

August 23-28, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

 

October 28-29, San Juan, Puerto Rico

 

December 1-5, Tokyo, Japan

 

***  Your Very Next Step!

 

The July / August issue of  YVNS newsletter is now posted at

http://www.yourverynextstep.com/2015/07/20/your-very-next-step-newsletter-for-july-august-2015/

 

***  Let’s get to the jobs!

 

***  From Ted Deutsch:

 

1.)  Social Media Administrator, Taft and Partners, Lawrenceville, NJ

 

Opportunity

Taft, a NJ-based communications firm with a 30-year track record of success, is looking to add a talented, creative and motivated Social Media Administrator to contribute to a variety of mission-driven projects for our business and nonprofit clients who are based in New Jersey, other points throughout the US, and Europe.

 

Core Role

  • Support success of Taft and our clients through social media audits, strategy development, management, ongoing posting, and limited graphic design. The role includes active client relations.
  • Responsibilities
  • Serve as day-to-day social media manager for several Taft clients, regularly interacting with clients.
  • Compose high quality editorial for social media postings, blogs and other agency writing projects.
  • Create social media campaigns and provide template social posts for client use, pertaining to specific events and announcements.
  • Conduct social media audits and generate strategy briefings on what clients should do to increase their social reach and engagement levels.
  • Measure growth and engagement through social media analytics.
  • Oversee paid advertising campaigns on social media platforms.
  • Help determine personal-brand hashtags for client use.
  • Design, or interact with designers, to execute graphics, web cards, infographics, quotes, and other visual elements.
  • Livetweeting during client events.
  • Monitor trending news stories and hashtags for potential client involvement.
  • Manage Taft agency social media strategy and content.

 

Skills and experience required

  • Outstanding writing ability
  • Strong knowledge of current and emerging social media platforms
  • Strong knowledge of social media management applications (e.g. Buffer, HootSuite)
  • Understanding of SEO techniques
  • Awareness of social media influencers and how to connect with them
  • Strong knowledge of Photoshop
  • Familiarity with pharmaceutical, health care or scientific content
  • Political campaign experience valued
  • Certification preferred
  • Video editing with FinalCutPro and iMovie not required but a plus

 

Traits we love

  • High energy and drive
  • Sense of humor required
  • First rate writing skills
  • Readiness to learn and stretch
  • Interest in current events

 

What else you need to know

The position is based in our Lawrenceville, NJ offices, with some flex available

We care about making a difference, not just making money

 

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree with 3-10 years of experience as a social media administrator or manager with a track record of success. If you have a different set of experiences that you think prepares you well for this position, persuade us why in a cover note, along with your resume. Send to lisaw@taftandpartners.com. No phone calls please.

 

About Taft

Taft is a New Jersey-based communications consulting firm with 30 years of experience creating and implementing targeted campaigns for mission-driven clients across the globe. Taft is made of diversely-experienced pros from a range of industries, working together to respond to both internal and external communications challenges. Clients include foundations, nonprofits, Fortune 500 companies, hospitals and universities. The firm has particularly in-depth experience in the health and life sciences sectors. Taft has two sister divisions: PharmApprove, the leading strategic, regulatory, and scientific communications consultancy to the pharmaceutical and biotech industries in the US, Canada, and Europe; and ClearPoint, our leadership communications service.

 

http://taftandpartners.com/#connect-with-taft/job-opportunities-at-taft/

 

2.)  Public Affairs Specialist, Food and Nutrition Service, Department Of Agriculture, Robbinsville, NJ

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/413145000

 

3.)  COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER – INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS, Social Media Specialist (T-Force), T-Mobile, Bellevue, Washington

https://tmobile.jobs/job-details/41139BR-communications-manager-internal-communications

 

4.)  SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER, T-Mobile, Bellevue, Washington

https://tmobile.jobs/job-details/38428BR-social-media-manager

 

5.)  SPEECHWRITER, T-Mobile, Bellevue, Washington

https://tmobile.jobs/job-details/30293BR-speechwriter

 

***  From JC Marin:

 

Ned,

 

I am looking for a quote to post the following job advert on your site; please.

Thank you.

 

JC Marin
Sr. Staff Recruiter
Crowell & Moring LLP
Washington, DC

 

6.)  Manager, Proposal & Business Development, Crowell & Moring LLP, Washington, DC

 

Reporting to the Director, Business Development & Competitive Intelligence, your responsibilities as Manager, Proposal & Business Development for our Washington, DC office will be to serve as a liaison to firm wide practice and industry groups and work with them to develop and implement strategic proposal and business development initiatives.

 

Here are some of the other ways that you will play a large part in the department and in this position:

 

Overview of Responsibilities:

 

– Manage, draft and edit proposals, pitches, meeting documents, and related content to support client acquisition and retention.
– Manage and maintain all pitch and proposal collateral in coordination with all stakeholders including Business Managers, Business Development Managers and attorneys.
– Track all pitches and proposals in the pipeline and provide reports on status, deadlines and outcome of all submissions.
– Develop competitive intelligence reports to guide sound business decisions at individual, practice group, and firm levels.
– Incorporate in-depth knowledge of relevant industries and business practices into firm-wide business strategies; anticipates client needs and trends and develop responsive solutions to support practice groups and individual attorneys.
– Develop and oversee all marketing and business development-related initiatives for the practices for which you are responsible.
– Collaborate with other marketing managers and others to ensures marketing plans integrate with and support firm-wide marketing strategies and strategies of other practice groups.
– Track all pitches and proposals in the pipeline and provide reports on status, deadlines and outcome of all submissions.

 

Required Experience:

 

– This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or Marketing; or combination of equivalent work experience and education required.
– This position requires a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a proposal and business development role.
– Background in professional services or law firm marketing preferred.

 

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package which includes progressive options such as back up child care, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We are convenient to all Metro lines and offer reasonably priced on-site parking. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

 

EOE m/f/d/v
Crowell & Moring participates in the E-Verify program.

 

Cotnact:

 

JC Marin
Sr. Staff Recruiter
jcmarin@crowell.com
Direct: 1.202.508.8933

Fax: 1.202.508.8898
Crowell & Moring LLP

1001 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20004

 

7.)  Social Media Strategist, Merrick Towle Communications, Calverton, Maryland

http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Social-Media-Strategist/151177.html

 

8.)  Public Affairs Specialist – DE, Patent and Trademark Office, Department Of Commerce, Alexandria, VA

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/411857300

 

***  From Mary Miles:

 

Hello,

 

I’d like to post the following job description on JOTW. Please let me know if you need any additional info.

 

Mary E. Miles

Nevins & Associates

 

9.)  Account Executive, Nevins & Associates, Towsen, MD

 

Towson-based boutique PR, marketing and communications firm seeks seasoned account executive with 3– 5 years of experience.  Responsibilities include managing day-to-day marketing needs of clients including media relations, event planning, social media, sponsorship negotiation and follow-through among other initiatives.  Additionally, candidates should be strong writers, able to develop relationships with reporters, able to juggle many tasks in a fast paced environment and work well under pressure.  Should be an aggressive self-starter with lots of ideas.  For consideration, please send resume with salary history to kdurr@nevinspr.com.

 

***  From Bill Seiberlich:

 

10.)  Account Executive, Tierney, Harrisburg, Pa.

 

Media’s point of contact and community manager for client’s social media networks. Work closely w/ supervisor to manage small-scale programs, provide client service and lead jr. staff. Bachelor’s in PR, journ, comm or related field. Min. 2-4 yrs. relevant work exp. Develop and support comm plans, i.e. goals, objectives, strategies and tactics; plan and coordinate events, managing vendors and overall logistics; plan and execute social media initiatives, driving strategic content and results report; and develop high-quality written materials (e.g., press release, media advisory, pitch, op-ed, script, blog post/web copy, etc.). More info: https://goo.gl/HRILw7

 

11.)  Videographer/Editor/Producer, WTAJ-TV, Altoona, Pa.

 

Create, conceptualize, script, shoot and edit cutting edge commercials. Req: Shooting, scripting and editing exp. Ability to write, shoot and edit content that tells a compelling story. Advanced knowledge of post-prod. process, including media mgmt. and encoding video to various formats. Must maintain a variety of projects and work w/ varying prod. Styles; strong client service skills. HD cameras, videography and creative lighting techniques. Min. 2 yrs. exp. in broadcast journ pref. Resume/reel to Dave Beeney at dbeeney@wtajtv.com.

 

12.)  Commercial Photographer/Editor, WTAJ-TV, Altoona, Pa.

 

Operate television or video cameras to record images and edits together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for commercial spots. Create, conceptualize, script, shoot and edit cutting edge commercials. Respon.: Shoot video for commercial efforts. Edit raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for commercial efforts. Confer w/ other personnel and clients to discuss assignments, filming sequences, desired effects, shot requirements, script and audio needs. Set up, compose, execute video shots. Maintains video equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. Job description:

https://nexstar.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/404.  Contact Dave Beeney at dbeeney@wtajtv.com.

 

***  From Lauren Cozzi:

 

Hi Ned,

 

We have several opportunities on the Communications Team at the Partnership for Public Service in Washington, DC. Can you please post them to the Communications JOTW newsletter?

 

The Partnership currently has five internally developed, hand-coded websites (http://ourpublicservice.org,http://bestplacestowork.orghttp://servicetoamericamedals.orghttp://gogovernment.org and http://psrw.org, a number of custom force.com applications and requirements for object oriented programming within Salesforce.com. In addition to supporting the development of existing sites and applications, the Web and Salesforce Developer will have a critical role in gathering requirements and doing full-stack development in support of the Partnership’s Ready to Govern initiative for the upcoming presidential transition.

 

All openings, in addition to the following comms-specific roles, are listed on the Careers webpage at http://ourpublicservice.org/about-us/careers.php.

 

Many thanks in advance,

Lauren

 

Lauren Cozzi, Senior Media Relations Manager

Partnership For Public Service

1100 New York Ave NW, Suite 200 East

Washington, DC

 

13.)  Associate Marketing Manager, Partnership For Public Service, Washington, DC

 

The Partnership is seeking a detail-oriented and tech-savvy communications professional with 3 to 5 years of experience marketing across multiple channels. She or he will help manage the Partnership’s marketing campaigns, digital communications, event invitations, CRM systems, social media outreach and relevant web content. This person will also manage the reporting of digital media analytics, event attendance and marketing ROI.

 

https://home2.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=18249862&t=2

 

14.)  Communications Associate, Partnership For Public Service, Washington, DC

 

The Partnership is seeking a detail-oriented and tech-savvy communications professional to support the Partnership’s marketing efforts. She or he will help plan, develop and implement the Partnership’s marketing campaigns, digital communications, event invitations, CRM system, social media outreach and relevant web content. This person will also report on digital media analytics, event attendance and marketing ROI.

 

https://home2.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=18249842&t=1

 

15.)  Communication and Events Associate, Partnership For Public Service, Washington, DC

 

The Partnership is seeking a detail-oriented professional, with a strong commitment to public service and at least two to three years project and event planning experience, to provide day-to-day management of our annual Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals (Sammies) program and related events. Responsibilities include building project plans and timelines, identifying target audiences and outreach strategies, and strengthening partner relationships.

 

https://home2.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=18249882&t=1

 

16.)  Web and Salesforce Developer, Partnership For Public Service, Washington, DC

 

The Partnership for Public Service is seeking an experienced Web and Salesforce Developer who can help the organization take its websites and applications to the next level. She or he will be responsible for implementing complete UI/UX in the form of mobile and desktop web applications. A thorough understanding of all of the components of our platform and infrastructure is required.

https://home2.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=18287642&t=1

 

17.)  Director II, Media Relations, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) , Washington, DC

http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=155252334

 

18.)  Account Director (AD), Imprenta Communications Group, Sacramento, CA

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24862218/

 

19.)  Communications Officer, Union of Concerned Scientists, Washington, DC

http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/19055-communications-officer

 

***  From Mikaela Yanku:

 

Hello,

 

I would like to post a job in your newsletter as well as to your website.  Per the instructions found online, I have included all of the posting information below.  Please let me know if you have any questions, or it I need to provide any further information.  Thanks in advance for your help!

 

Thanks,

 

Mikaela Yanku

Bose Talent Management

 

20.)  Internal Communications Specialist, Bose Corporation, Stow, MA

 

As the Bose Corporation global business grows, we want to strengthen our internal communications infrastructure to meet the challenges of the future. We are seeking an experienced communicator to drive leadership and employee communications for the Automotive Systems Division (ASD).

In this role, your focus will be establishing and evolving internal communications strategies and plans for the Automotive leadership team. You’ll advise and coach leaders to be effective communicators, ensuring that messages are consistent and that leaders engage in listening opportunities.

In addition, you’ll apply your strong technical skills to manage and evolve direct-to-employee media for the division, partnering with a network of communications colleagues around the globe to ensure effectiveness.

 

To succeed in this role, you’ll build collaborative relationships, work in alignment with standards, and develop deep knowledge of Bose and the Automotive Division.

 

Bose is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, as well as other protected groups, without discrimination.

 

To view the full job description and submit your resume please visit our career page at http://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=3&siteid=58&AReq=19391BR

 

21.)  Public Affairs & Outreach Officer, British Embassy, Washington, DC

http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=155253645

 

22.)  Associate Director of Media Relations, Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24903117

 

23.)  Communications Director, North Star Fund, New York, New York

http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/19128-communications-director

 

***  From Rachael Glidden:

 

Hi there – Can you please post the following job:

 

Rachael Glidden

Human Resources Associate
International Rescue Committee
New York, NY

 

24.)  Manager, Corporate Alliances, International Rescue Committee, New York, New York

 

Job Description:

 

Background/IRC Summary:

 

The International Rescue Committee helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. IRC teams provide health care, infrastructure, learning and economic support to people in 40 countries, with special programs designed for women and children. Every year, the IRC resettles thousands of refugees in 25 U.S. cities.

The Corporate Alliances Team is situated within the Strategic Development Team in the Revenue Department which is primarily responsible for acquiring and engaging new IRC audiences and prospective donors.  Collegiate units on this team include Strategic Events, Direct Response, and Digital Advertising and Marketing.

 

Job Overview/Summary:

 

Under the direction of the Senior Officer, Corporate Alliances, the Manager, Corporate Alliances will support the Corporate Alliances existing portfolio management and assist with the development of pilot projects to advance the strategic objectives of the Corporate Alliances and Strategic Development Departments’ goals: a) engaging younger and international audiences b) institutionalizing an annual New Roots Restaurant Fundraising & Lead Generation campaign and c) developing turn-key campaign marketing assets for corporate alliances.  Support activities will include prospecting research, database management, identifying common goals and strategies with other corporate facing stakeholders at the IRC, and content development for pitches, proposals and cultivation. The Manager will generate written content for marketing collateral, social media, proposals, as well as partner reports and communications.  As the Corporate Alliances portfolio partners expand to European markets, the Manager will correspondingly provide guidance on tweaking existing messaging for European and other global markets.

 

Major Responsibilities:

 

  • Manages internal communications and production calendars to optimize corporate alliance accounts through the Strategic Development team’s initiatives (direct response, digital, special events and celebrity relations).
  • Develops regular turn-key content for the Corporate Alliance Program and tracks its impact on employee engagement, social media impressions, and lead generation.
  • Designs content for global audiences, and when applicable/possible, alters messaging based on global audiences, and when possible, provides translation support.
  • Identifies opportunities for, and organizes in-kind sponsorships of IRC events and initiatives.
  • Liases with marketing colleagues to compile and package the Revenue Department’s marketing assets and materials for partnerships.
  • Liaises with Corporate Alliance colleagues on research initiatives in US Programs, such as employment placement analysis, youth programming/ Leaders in Training (LITs) alumni groups Job and Resource Developers, Procurement, Emergency Response Unit, and Economic Empowerment programs for information and program updates for partners
  • Manages and maintains a database of partner contacts, success metrics, and tracks relationship communications and actions
  • Contributes to strategic planning for a number of Corporate Alliance and Strategic Development initiatives.
  • Processes partner contracts, cause-marketing promotion agreements, invoicing and tracking of project expenses.
  • Supports Corporate Alliances portfolio through prospecting research, cultivation communications and partnership stewardship.
  • Project manages an annual cross-departmental New Roots marketing and fundraising campaign inclusive of an inaugural Restaurant-based fundraising initiative.
  • Special projects as assigned by the Senior Officer.

 

Job Requirements:

 

  • Based in New York City area
  • 3 years of experience working in non-profit fundraising, retail accounts management, marketing or communications in the public or private sector
  • Undergraduate or Master’s degree in International Studies, Marketing, Communications, or Business related fields is a plus.
  • Knowledge of international affairs, humanitarian work, and/or refugee and immigrant populations
  • The ability to work independently and also as part of an inter-departmental team
  • Strong writing skills
  • Organized, detail oriented, strong inter-personal skills, and professional demeanor
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
  • Experience with Fundraising Databases – especially Salesforce
  • Experience with Prezi a plus
  • Social Media Saavy a plus
  • Experience in the hospitality, food and restaurant industry a plus
  • French, Spanish and/or German language proficiency a plus

 

Working Environment:  Standard office work environment

 

To apply, visit: http://chj.tbe.taleo.net/chj04/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=12530

 

25.)  Director, Public Relations, broadhead, Minneapolis, MN

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24778030/

 

26.)  External Relations Specialist, College Possible, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/19091-external-relations-specialist

 

27.)  Communications & Media Specialist, Basin Electric Power Cooperative, Bismarck, North Dakota

 

Job Description

 

This position provides overall communications and event planning support for the Communications and Administration Department.  The incumbent will focus work in Communications and Creative Support, primarily in the areas of event planning and related communications, writing, light multimedia work, website editing support and media relations support.

 

Job Requirements

 

To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have knowledge of general communications practices acquired through completion of a four-year degree in Business, Communications, or a related field, and three years of business or communications experience. The incumbent must have good customer service, organizational, oral and written communication skills, along with interpersonal and public speaking skills. The ability to respond to continually changing priorities, multi-task, work under stress to complete deadlines and work with many people with different needs is required. Must possess experience with Microsoft Office. Prior experience with web content management systems, Adobe InDesign and professional use of social media is preferred. This position requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, and use of keyboard/computer; and occasional bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Finger dexterity and ability to perform close work is required. Requires the ability to develop plan, procedures and goals; present information to others; and work under stress to complete projects with deadlines. Occasional travel by car and plane is required.

 

http://careers.touchstoneenergy.coop/jobseeker/job/24739343

 

28.)  Investment Communications Representative, NRECA, Arlington, VA

https://nreca.jibeapply.com/jobs/IRC25334/Arlington-VA-Investment-Communications-Representative?lang=en-US

 

29.)  Senior Communications Manager, NRECA, Arlington, VA

https://nreca.jibeapply.com/jobs/IRC25394/Arlington-VA-Senior-Communications-Manager?lang=en-US

 

***  From Mac’s List:

 

30.)  Media Coordinator, 6D Global Technologies, Inc., Portland, OR

https://www.macslist.org/macs-list/6D-Global-Technologies-Inc/Media-Coordinator/pMBtBky6fYYh/

 

31.)  Volunteer & Communications Coordinator, Forest Park Conservancy, Portland, OR

https://www.macslist.org/macs-list/Forest-Park-Conservancy/Volunteer-Communications-Coordinator/pcd0jZ9STCsh/

 

***  From Mary E. Miles:

 

Hello,

I’d like to post the following job description on JOTW. Please let me know if you need any additional info.

 

Mary E. Miles

Nevins & Associates

Towson, MD

 

32.)  Account Executive, Nevins & Associates, Towson, MD

 

Nevins & Associates seeks Account Executive

Towson-based boutique PR, marketing and communications firm seeks seasoned account executive with 3– 5 years of experience.  Responsibilities include managing day-to-day marketing needs of clients including media relations, event planning, social media, sponsorship negotiation and follow-through among other initiatives.  Additionally, candidates should be strong writers, able to develop relationships with reporters, able to juggle many tasks in a fast paced environment and work well under pressure.  Should be an aggressive self-starter with lots of ideas.  For consideration, please send resume with salary history to kdurr@nevinspr.com.

 

33.)  Director, Communications & Marketing, InsideNGO, Washington D.C.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/64609637

 

34.)  Manager, Communications, Connecticut Hospital Association, Wallingford, Connecticut

http://jobs.prsa.org/jobseeker/job/24834018

 

35.)  Manager, Creative Services, RTI International, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24619632/

 

36.)  Sr. Manager, Event Communications, Consumer Electronics Association, Washington D.C.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/78132527

 

37.)  Corporate Communications Manager, Cleversafe, Chicago, Illinois

http://jobs.prsa.org/jobseeker/job/24729621

 

***  From Andrew Hudson’s Job List:

 

38.)  National Public Relations Coordinator, 9to5, National Association of Working Women, Atlanta, Denver or Milwaukee

http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/index.cfm?PID=805&ID=9759,31748,0&S=iooquioruwr#j081015_1

 

39.)  Manager, Policy and Advocacy Communication, National Stroke Association, Centennial, CO

http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/index.cfm?PID=805&ID=9759,31748,0&S=iooquioruwr#j081015_27

 

40.)  Director of Marketing and Communications, URAC: Accreditation for Pharmacy, Case Management, Health Utilization, Health Plans & Networks, Washington D.C.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/68387477

 

41.)  Director of Communications, CHELCO, DeFuniak Springs, Florida

http://careers.touchstoneenergy.coop/jobseeker/job/24896616/

 

42.)  Communications Director, Global Cities, The Nature Conservancy, Arlington, Virginia

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/64618862

 

43.)  Assoc Dir, Med Communications, Baxalta USA, Inc., Deerfield IL

http://www.taonline.com/jobs/247994-1888395/

 

44.)  MEDIA SPECIALIST, Wakefern, Edison, New York

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24605990/

 

***  Your weekly JOTW alternative selections:

 

None this week

 

***  Weekly Piracy Report:

 

167-15   20.08.2015: 0535 LT: Posn: 01:04N – 103:36E: Around 4.15nm SSW off Pulau Nipah, Indonesia.

While underway around seven robbers armed with knives boarded a bulk carrier. Crew spotted the robbers and immediately retreated to the bridge. Two crew remained in the engine room. The vessel transmitted a SSAS alert and informed VTIS Singapore which indicated that a patrol boat was dispatched to provide assistance. Later the vessel informed the robbers had left the vessel. All crew safe.

 

166-15   18.08.2015: 0350 LT: Posn: 05:52.6S – 013:01.7E, Boma Anchorage, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

A robber boarded an anchored bulk carrier awaiting berthing instructions. Duty AB and OS spotted a robber on the main deck near cargo hold No.2. Seeing the duty crew approaching the robber jumped overboard and escaped. Duty officer informed, alarm raised and crew mustered. A search was carried but nothing reported stolen.

 

165-15   16.08.2015: 0800 LT: Posn: 10:16.4N – 064:33.9W, Guanta Anchorage, Venezuela.

Bosun on routine rounds onboard an anchored general cargo ship noticed three store rooms opened and their padlocks broken. He immediately raised the alarm and crew mustered. It was noticed that the robbers had boarded the ship via the anchor chain, stolen ship’s properties and escaped.

 

164-15   15.08.2015: 1000 LT: Posn: 01:15.6N – 104:07.8E, Around 4.12nm NNE of Pulau Batam, Indonesia.

While enroute to Tianjin, China, duty crew onboard a container ship noticed padlocks on three store rooms damaged. He immediately raised the alarm and crew mustered. Hearing the alarm, a robber was observed escaping from the CO2 room. A search was carried out. Nothing reported stolen.

 

163-15   26.07.2015: 0145 LT: Posn: 01:41.2N – 101:28.3E, Berth No.1, Chevron Terminal, Dumai Port, Indonesia.

Robbers boarded a berthed tanker. They entered the engine room, stole ship’s spares and escaped. Master reported the incident to the Owners.

 

162-15   13.08.2015: 0600 LT: Posn: 01:07.4N – 103:30.0E, Around 5.37nm East of Pulau Karimun Kecil, Indonesia.

Five robbers armed with long knives boarded a container vessel underway. Alarm raised and crew mustered. Hearing the alarm and seeing the crew alertness, the robbers escaped. A search was carried out. Nothing reported stolen. Incident reported to VTIS Singapore.

 

161-15   12.08.2015: 1045 LT: Posn: 04:00N-098:45E: Around 13nm NNE of Belawan, Indonesia.

Pirates boarded an anchored product tanker via the anchor chain and hawse pipe, stole ship properties and escaped before being spotted by the crew. When the crew returned to work after the morning break they noticed the forward store room door broken into and wet foot prints on the deck.

Ships agent notified.

 

160-15   24.06.2015: 0430 LT: Posn: 01:02.5N – 103:02.8E, Around 1nm NE of Pulau Rangsang, Indonesia.

Four robbers armed with long knives in a small speed boat boarded a bulk carrier underway. They entered the engine room by breaking the padlock securing the door to the engine room. Duty oiler, on routine rounds noticed footprints on the deck outside the workshop. The robbers confronted the oiler, took him hostage and tied him up. As the robbers continued to steal the engine room spares the oiler managed to escape and raised the alarm. Crew mustered. Hearing the alarm and seeing the crew alertness, the robbers escaped. A search was carried out. Incident reported to coast guard. On arrival at Singapore anchorage, the coast guard boarded the ship for investigation.

 

159-15   08.08.2015: 2000 LT: Posn: 02:03.4N – 101:59.3E (Around 13.4nm ENE of Pulau Rupat, Indonesia), Malacca Straits.

Armed pirates attacked and hijacked a product tanker underway enroute to Malaysia. A search was launched for the missing tanker by the authorities. On 09.08.2015 the tanker was located. The pirates had stolen part of the oil cargo and escaped after disabling all communication equipment. Two crew members were reported injured and were provided medical attention.

 

***  Ball cap of the week: Party Central

 

***  Coffee Mug of the week:  M.I.S.T. (Maritime Information Sharing Task Force) – Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA

 

***  Polo-shirt of the week:   NOAC 2015 – It starts with us – STAFF

 

***  Musical guest artist of the week:   The Newbeats

 

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