JOTW 31-2016

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JOTW 31-2016

August 1, 2016

www.nedsjotw.com

This is JOTW newsletter number 1,667

 

“Life be not so short but that there is always time for courtesy.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

 

This edition of JOTW comes to you from the JOTW Global Command Center in Springfield, Virginia.

 

***  Welcome to the JOTW network.

 

***  To submit a job for sharing on JOTW, please provide the job title, organization or company, and location and send it to Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.   Provide a link or contact info so people can check out your listing or follow up if interested.

 

JOTW is sent out on Mondays by email with a list the jobs posted in the full newsletter, which is posted online at www.nedsjotw.com.  This is designed to keep the size of the emails to a more manageable length.

 

***  The position descriptions and or follow up information on links to the jobs can be found at www.nedsjotw.com.

 

***  Posting a job is free.    Recruiters can submit up to three jobs for free.  Each job listing may be posted once in the newsletter for free

 

I request that you do not send pdf files that I have to copy and reformat.  I prefer you provide your very brief job description in an email rather than an enclosure.  Please limit the size of your position descriptions (generally to 500 words or less).  “Can’t Wait” blast email priority listings are $300, and “Top Job” placement is $100.  Just send to me at lundquist989@cs.com.

***  This is a cooperative service.  It relies on your participation and contribution.  As you receive the benefit of this free newsletter, you should also send in jobs you learn about.  This is especially the case when there are job listings in the companies that you work for.

 

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***  This week’s Can’t Wait postings:

 

A JOTW Can’t Wait job announcement from Commander Navy Installations Command

 

SUPERVISORY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, Public Affairs Office of Commander, U.S. Fleet Activities, Sasebo (CFAS), COMMANDER, NAVY INSTALLATIONS, Sasebo, Japan

 

Details below

 

Can’t Wait jobs:  These jobs are forwarded to the entire list as soon as they are received, and do not wait for the Monday newsletter, and are posted prominently on the JOTW website.  Then they are posted first in the weekly JOTW newsletter.  Can’t Wait postings cost $300.  Contact Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.

 

***  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.)  SUPERVISORY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, Public Affairs Office of Commander, U.S. Fleet Activities, Sasebo (CFAS), COMMANDER, NAVY INSTALLATIONS, Sasebo, Japan

2.)  Digital Media Specialist, American Farm Bureau Federation, Washington, DC

3.)  Digital Media Specialist, American Farm Bureau Federation, Washington, DC

4.)  Marketing Communications Specialist, NextGen Healthcare, Horsham, PA

5.)  Public Relations & Communications Coordinator, AMResorts, Newtown Square, PA

6.)  Manager, Organizational Communications NA, Johnson & Johnson, Skillman, NJ or Fort Washington, PA.

7.)  Social Media Specialist, Office of the Chancellor, California State University, Long Beach, California

8.)  Social Media Marketing Specialist, Universal Yums LLC, Orange, NJ

9.)  Deputy Director, Corporate Communications, Motion Picture Association of America, Inc., Washington, DC

10.)  Writer/Editor, Freestone Environmental, Seattle, WA

 

11.)  Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, Gonzaga College High School, Washington, DC

12.)  Manager, Public Relations, National Apartment Association, Arlington, VA

13.)  Strategic Communications Coordinator (Part-Time), ClearWater Conservancy, State College, Pennsylvania

14.)  Vice President, Communications, American Academy of Physician Assistants, Alexandria, VA

15.)  Smartphone-Obessed Journalist Wanted For Tech Editor, Wonder How To magazine, New York, NY

16.)  Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist, INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, Rockville, MD

17.)  Associate Director, Strategic Communications, Campaign Legal Center, Washington, DC

18.)  Director of Public Relations, CIG, Atlanta, GA

19.)  Managing Associates, CLS Strategies, Washington, D.C.

20.)  Latin America communications specialist, CLS Strategies, Washington, D.C.

 

21.)  Senior Corporate Marketing Manager, Hobbico, Champaign, Illinois

22.)  Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Kinghorn Heritage Law Group, PLC, Tucson, AZ

23.)  Advertising & Communications Assistant Manager, Hitachi America, Ltd., Tarrytown, NY

24.)  PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, Headquarters, Commander Navy Region Northwest, Silverdale, Washington

25.)  Corporate Communications & Media Relations Lead, KCG, NY

26.)  Social Media Specialist, FHI 360, Washington, DC

27.)  Information and Communications for Development and Management Information Systems (ICT4D / MIS) Specialist, FHI 360, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

28.)  Social Behavior Change and Communications (SBCC) Advisor, FHI 360, Nairobi, Kenya

29.)  Public Affairs Specialist, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY, Gaithersburg, MD

30.)  Digital Marketing Specialist, BoatUS, Alexandria, VA

 

31.)  Communications Manager, GLOCK, Inc., Smyrna, GA

32.)  Public Affairs Specialist, MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND, Naval Base, Norfolk, VA

33.)  Social Media Specialist, iNet Ads, Las Vegas, NV

34.)  Public Affairs Specialist – DEU, FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION, Washington DC

35.)  Director, Internal Communications, Prudential, Newark, NJ

36.)  Manager, Executive Communications, Adobe, San Jose, CA

37.)  Associate, Marketing Communications, Prudential, Newark, NJ

38.)  Director, Corporate Communications, The Pampered Chef, Addison, IL

39.)  Senior Manager, Internal Communications, Avon, New York City, NY

40.)  Senior Firefighter (Helicopter Crew Member), INTERIOR, BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS, Billings, MT

 

41.)  Insect Production Worker (MANY vacancies), ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, Sarasota, FL

 

***  Weekly Piracy Report

 

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

http://www.nedsjotw.com/2016/08/01/jotw-31-2016/

 

www.nedsjotw.com.

 

***  One Paragraph Pitch:

Hi Ned,

Having found my first job out of college through your JOTW back in 2003, I’d be delighted if you included my one paragraph pitch in your next newsletter:

Dynamic, highly-skilled and resourceful professional with proven track record of success in the fields of marketing communications, business development, public relations and social media. Demonstrated experience within the following industries: hospitality, technology, education, law and non-profit across both agency and corporate settings. Focused on producing winning presentations and proposals, lead generation, owner relations, internal & corporate communication, brand identity and strategy, e-mail marketing, social media, event planning, and industry relations. Betsy Kosmin can be reached at betsy.reese@gmail.com or 703-727-9939.

***  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.

 

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***  Where did JOTW go?

 

I was surprised to get the recent Job that can’t Wait announcement (in my Spam folder even) when I haven’t been getting JOTW for a long time. Not sure what happened to my subscription but I’d love to get back on your list.

S.B.

(Ned’s answer:  I don’t have an explanation.  It means you’ve been on the list all along, but my choice of listserv is not working.)

 

***  Buzz Community Online

 

A new, free online community launched in January 2016 for people in advertising, marketing, communications, public relations, and related fields.Built upon 21st century online community-building best practices, this new website is free for you to use. No required membership in any association. No commitments to attend meetings or events. No limits to a particular geographic area. This is a multi-generation online community open to people anywhere with Internet access whether they are currently a student, an intern, a contractor, a part-timer, or a full-time professional. It is for people like you who generate buzz in your everyday work. Be among the first to get in on this new, free online community. Just visit https:/www.buzzcommunityonline.com to see the possibilities for yourself.

 

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

 

August 6-7                          Auburndale, Mass.

August 8                              Pocasset, Mass.

August 10                            Lowell Mountain, VT

August 11-12                      San Diego, CA

September 19-23             Everett, WA

 

***  Your Very Next Step!

 

Your Very Next Step newsletter for May / June 2016

 

http://www.yourverynextstep.com/2016/06/16/this-edition-of-yvns-comes-to-you-from-gdansk-poland/

 

***  Here are the JOTW job opportunities for this week:

 

A JOTW Can’t Wait job announcement from Commander Navy Installations Command

 

1.)  SUPERVISORY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, Public Affairs Office of Commander, U.S. Fleet Activities, Sasebo (CFAS), COMMANDER, NAVY INSTALLATIONS, Sasebo, Japan

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445662300

***  From Ray Atkinson, ABC, APR:

 

2.)  Digital Media Specialist, American Farm Bureau Federation, Washington, DC

 

Hi Ned. Hope you’re doing well. Here’s a job posting for the next JOTW from my new employer, AFBF. Thanks. – Ray

 

Ray Atkinson, ABC, APR

Director of Strategic Communications

American Farm Bureau Federation

Washington, DC 20024

 

3.)  Digital Media Specialist, American Farm Bureau Federation, Washington, DC

 

POSITION OBJECTIVE:      Manage AFBF’s official social media platforms. Produce creative digital and multi-media content. Execute social media strategies and tactics for specific audiences. Produce outcome measurement reports with an emphasis on engagement and strategic impact.

 

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage AFBF’s official social media platforms in a timely and strategic manner.
  • Collaborate with Director of Strategic Communications to implement AFBF’s strategic social media plan with a focus on policy issues for external audiences, such as media, members of Congress and staff, administration officials and coalition partners.
  • Amplify existing content and produce or collaborate on the production of original creative social media content (infographics, video and multi-media material) that is aligned with AFBF’s policy goals and organizational initiatives.
  • In collaboration with Director of Internal Communications, share social media content and produce addition content specifically for use by key internal audiences, work groups and committees.
  • Develop & implement a formal blogger relations outreach program with an emphasis on policy and food issues.
  • Compile and report information measuring the overall impact and level of social media engagement using monitoring tools, and produce monthly and quarterly dashboard reports.
  • Contribute strategic social media input and produce content for Strategic Action Team initiatives as requested.
  • Assist with other written and multi-media content production as assigned.
  • Assist with content management of AFBF website.
  • Coordinate social media effort during AFBF annual convention and other events as assigned.
  • Coordinate monthly meetings and interact with an advisory group comprised of select state Farm Bureau staff assigned to carry out social media functions.

 

RELATIONSHIPS:

Interact with AFBF and state Farm Bureau staff, leaders and members as appropriate. Collaborate with staff from allied groups, Congress, government agencies and media who carry out social media function.

 

EDUCATION OR TRAINING REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in communication or related field

 

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Minimum 2 years of professional experience with a focus on strategic social media engagement
  • Knowledge and experience in the production of digital and multi-media content for social media platforms
  • Strong track record of working as part of a team focused on policy issues and advocacy
  • Proven writing experience for print, broadcast or social media platforms

 

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/SKILLS:

  • Experience with digital and broadcast storytelling
  • Knowledge of agriculture issues

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Travel as needed

 

To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and résumé to AFBF Human Resources at careers@fb.org. The deadline for application is August 15, 2016.

 

***  From Bill Seiberlich:

 

4.)  Marketing Communications Specialist, NextGen Healthcare, Horsham, PA

https://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=QSII&cws=1&rid=5030

 

5.)  Public Relations & Communications Coordinator, AMResorts, Newtown Square, PA

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e6fabbda1dc43b14

 

6.)  Manager, Organizational Communications NA, Johnson & Johnson, Skillman, NJ or Fort Washington, PA.

https://jobs.jnj.com/jobs/2888160616/Manager%2C+Organizational+Communications+NA?lang=en-US

 

7.)  Social Media Specialist, Office of the Chancellor, California State University, Long Beach, California

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/29040246

 

8.)  Social Media Marketing Specialist, Universal Yums LLC, Orange, NJ

http://www.indeed.com/cmp/Universal-Yums-LLC/jobs/Social-Media-Marketing-Specialist-af6a968b69e25a9c?q=Social+Media+Specialist

 

9.)  Deputy Director, Corporate Communications, Motion Picture Association of America, Inc., Washington, DC

https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=15343621

 

***  From Erika Olson:

 

Thank you for distribution in JOTW.

 

Thank you!

 

Erika Olson/Program Manager

Freestone Environmental Services, Inc.

Richland, WA

 

10.)  Writer/Editor, Freestone Environmental, Seattle, WA

http://www.gofreestone.com/careers/

 

11.)  Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, Gonzaga College High School, Washington, DC

https://leaderfit.catsone.com/careers/index.php?m=portal&a=details&jobOrderID=7743320

 

***  From Nancy Carbone:

 

Hi Ned,

 

The National Apartment Association (NAA), located in Arlington, VA, is a federation of nearly 170 affiliates, NAA encompasses over 72,000 members representing more than 8.4 million apartment homes globally.

 

We are looking to hire a full-time Manager, Public Relations.  Below is the position description. IU understand that this will be in your newsletter this following Monday and after that on your job posting website. Please let me know if you need any additional information.

 

Regards, Nancy Carbone

 

Nancy Carbone

Director, Human Resources

National Apartment Association

Arlington, VA

 

12.)  Manager, Public Relations, National Apartment Association, Arlington, VA

 

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Manage NAA’s press outreach and public relations efforts, as well as perform significant writing duties for units Magazine, digital content and marketing collateral.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Grow and manage a database of NAA press contacts and cultivate strong media relationships.
  • Develop a proactive media outreach program to include media monitoring, press-kit development, writing and issuing press releases, and conducting introductory and follow-up calls to media.
  • Assemble regular reports of media coverage for circulation to NAA leadership.
  • Manage other PR writing needs, including marketing materials (Letters to the Editor), talking points, key messages, etc.
  • Develop, research, collect, edit and write departments sections of units Magazine and at least one industry-related feature article covering 1,000 to 2,000 words for publication in each monthly issue.
  • Create and edit industry-related content for www.naahq.org, NAA’s “APTly Spoken” blog and NAA’s social media posts.
  • Assist with editing and proofreading all other content for units Magazine and other department projects.
  • Work with NAA affiliates to distribute NAA media toolkit and conduct instructional sessions on media outreach through webinars and other in-person/digital avenues.
  • Accept administrative responsibilities related to the above-stated efforts and seize opportunities to provide excellent value-added customer service to members and potential members by responding to telephone inquiries, offering prompt responses to requests and conducting thorough follow-up.
  • Manage Excel Awards program for NAA.

 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

–              Bachelor’s Degree;

–              Minimum of 5 years’ experience in public relations or as a writer and project coordinator in a communications department, media company or public relations agency.

–              Experience in media relations is a must.

–              Project management, researching, interviewing, writing, editing, computer and organizational skills.

–              Incumbent is expected to develop an understanding of the apartment and real estate industry and the issues that affect it.

–              Knowledge of AP style.

 

Preferred

–              Familiarity and skills in Adobe Suite software and Photoshop.

–              Social media writing in including blogs, Twitter, Facebook.

–              Knowledge in digital content marketing and execution.

–              Association experience a plus.

 

Please send resumes, cover letter, writing samples and salary history to Resumes@naahq.org.  No phone calls, please. EOE M/F/H/V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13.)  Strategic Communications Coordinator (Part-Time), ClearWater Conservancy, State College, Pennsylvania

http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/26484-strategic-communications-coordinator-part-time

 

14.)  Vice President, Communications, American Academy of Physician Assistants, Alexandria, VA

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/index.php?/job/apply&clientkey=F735E5BAD512E68BB68DCADA1AFCEF99&job=10594

 

***  From Jennifer Welsh:

 

15.)  Smartphone-Obessed Journalist Wanted For Tech Editor, Wonder How To magazine, New York, NY

https://careers.jobscore.com/careers/wonderhowto/jobs/smartphone-obessed-journalist-wanted-for-tech-editor-role-dibnpgr8mr5RqreMg-44q7

 

16.)  Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist, INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, Rockville, MD

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445410400/

 

17.)  Associate Director, Strategic Communications, Campaign Legal Center, Washington, DC

https://leaderfit.catsone.com/careers/index.php?m=portal&a=details&jobOrderID=7662368

 

***  From Sam Heitner:

 

Hi Ned,

Things keep moving here at CLS. We have filled a few open positions and are now looking for more folks. Would appreciate it if you could post these two job descriptions.

 

Many thanks

Sam

 

Sam Heitner

Senior Vice President

CLS Strategies

Washington, DC

 

18.)  Director of Public Relations, CIG, Atlanta, GA

http://www.indeed.com/cmp/CIG/jobs/Director-Public-Relation-293c9b198001aebc

 

19.)  Managing Associates, CLS Strategies, Washington, D.C.

http://www.clsstrategies.com/news/cls-strategies-seeks-applicants-managing-associate-roles

 

20.)  Latin America communications specialist, CLS Strategies, Washington, D.C.

http://www.clsstrategies.com/news/cls-strategies-seeking-latin-america-communications-specialist

 

21.)  Senior Corporate Marketing Manager, Hobbico, Champaign, Illinois

http://www.hobbico.com/jobs.php#cuilpseniorcorporatemarketingmanagermoreinfo

 

22.)  Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Kinghorn Heritage Law Group, PLC, Tucson, AZ

http://www.indeed.com/cmp/Kinghorn-Heritage-Law-Group,-PLC/jobs/Marketing-Communication-Coordinator-8f7c59f92184722d

 

23.)  Advertising & Communications Assistant Manager, Hitachi America, Ltd., Tarrytown, NY

https://hitachi.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=33778

 

24.)  PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, Headquarters, Commander Navy Region Northwest, Silverdale, Washington

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445395400/

 

25.)  Corporate Communications & Media Relations Lead, KCG, NY

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/29605364

 

26.)  Social Media Specialist, FHI 360, Washington, DC

https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/17348/social-media-specialist/job

 

27.)  Information and Communications for Development and Management Information Systems (ICT4D / MIS) Specialist, FHI 360, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/17229/information-and-communications-for-development-and-management-informations-systems-%28ict4d—mis%29-specialist/job

 

28.)  Social Behavior Change and Communications (SBCC) Advisor, FHI 360, Nairobi, Kenya

https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/17322/social-behavior-change-and-communications-%28sbcc%29-advisor/job

 

29.)  Public Affairs Specialist, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY, Gaithersburg, MD

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445698600/

 

30.)  Digital Marketing Specialist, BoatUS, Alexandria, VA

http://www.boatus.com/employment/jobs.asp?job=841

 

31.)  Communications Manager, GLOCK, Inc., Smyrna, GA

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/29650659/Communications%20Manager/GLOCK,%20Inc./?str=1&max=25&vnet=0&long=1

 

32.)  Public Affairs Specialist, MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND, Naval Base, Norfolk, VA

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445748800/

 

33.)  Social Media Specialist, iNet Ads, Las Vegas, NV

http://www.indeed.com/cmp/LIA-Las-Vegas/jobs/Social-Media-Specialist-26ea5e7847d534f9

 

34.)  Public Affairs Specialist – DEU, FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION, Washington DC

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445050900/

 

35.)  Director, Internal Communications, Prudential, Newark, NJ

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/161236122

 

36.)  Manager, Executive Communications, Adobe, San Jose, CA

https://adobe.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/external_experienced/job/San-Jose/Manager–Executive-Communications_45150-1

 

37.)  Associate, Marketing Communications, Prudential, Newark, NJ

https://pru.taleo.net/careersection/external_actuary/jobdetail.ftl?job=337337

 

38.)  Director, Corporate Communications, The Pampered Chef, Addison, IL

https://careers-pamperedchef.icims.com/jobs/1099/director%2c-corporate-communications/job

 

39.)  Senior Manager, Internal Communications, Avon, New York City, NY

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/156576998

 

***  Your JOTW Alternative Job Selections for the Week:

 

40.)  Senior Firefighter (Helicopter Crew Member), INTERIOR, BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS, Billings, MT

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/442872400/

 

*** From Bridgit Serchak:

 

41.)  Insect Production Worker (MANY vacancies), ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, Sarasota, FL

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445331100/

 

***  Weekly Piracy Report:

 

115-16   24.07.2016: 0515 LT: Posn: 06:26.1N – 003:19.6E, Capital Terminal Berth, Lagos, Nigeria.

Three robbers in a small boat approached and boarded a berthed tanker. An armed guard on security round on deck noticed the robber and raised the alarm. Hearing the alarm and seeing crew alertness, the robber escaped with his accomplices. A thorough search conducted and nothing reported stolen. Incident reported to Naval Authorities and Terminal PFSO.

 

114-16   24.07.2016: 2220 LT: Posn: 00:13.4S – 117:33.9E, Samarinda Anchorage, Indonesia.

Three robbers in a small wooden motor boat approached and boarded an anchored bulk carrier. Duty crew on routine rounds noticed the robbers and raised the alarm. Seeing the crew alertness, the robbers escaped with stolen ship’s stores. A search was carried out throughout the ship. Incident reported to port control and the port police arrived at the location for investigation.

 

113-16   22.07.2016: 0447 UTC: Posn: 13:37.5N – 042:35.9E, Red Sea.

Sixteen pirates in two skiffs armed with AK47 and an RPG approached and fired upon a cable layer vessel installing cables at 0.5 knots. Alarm raised, SSAS activated and the non-essential crew retreated to the citadel. UKMTO and a warship acknowledged the urgency calls made by the Master. The armed security team onboard returned fire resulting in the pirates aborting the attack and moving away. All crew safe.

 

112-16   07.07.2016: 1430 UTC: Posn: 03:05N – 004:53E, Around 98nm SW of Bayelsa, Nigeria.

Three pirates armed with guns fired upon and boarded an offshore supply vessel underway. Alarm raised, distress alert activated and non-essential crew retreated into the citadel. The pirates kidnapped five crew members and escaped with crew personal belongings. One crew was injured during the incident. Nigerian Authorities notified.

 

111-16   20.07.2016: 0430 LT: Posn: 04:33.9S – 081:18.6W, Talaro Road, Peru.

During routine security rounds onboard an anchored tanker the duty crew noticed a small motor boat near the starboard anchor chain with one robber in the boat and another climbing up the anchor chain. He immediately informed the OOW who raised the alarm and directed a search light towards the robbers. Hearing the alarm and seeing the crew alertness, the robbers escaped in their boat. Incident reported to port control.

 

110-16   20.07.2016: 0045 LT: Posn: Callao Anchorage, Peru.

Robbers boarded an anchored bulk carrier. Duty OS noticed the robbers at the forecastle and immediately informed the OOW. Alarm raised and crew mustered. Upon hearing the alarm and seeing the crew alertness, the robbers escaped without stealing anything. Incident reported to port control and local agent.

 

109-16   17.07.2016: 2115 LT: Posn: 18:34N – 072:23W, Port Au Prince E Anchorage, Haiti.

Robbers in a small boat boarded an anchored product tanker. Duty crew on routine rounds noticed the robbers. Alarm raised and crew mustered. Seeing the crew alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped empty handed. Incident reported to Port Authority and Coast Guard.

 

 

***  Ball cap of the week:  UMASS

 

***  Beer Mug of the week: Marquette University NROTC

 

***  Polo-Shirt of the week:   IABC Gold Quill 2004 – Think Fresh

 

***  Musical guest artist of the week:  Jimmy Soul

 

***  To subscribe: 

 

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