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JOTW 13-2015
March 30, 2015
This is JOTW newsletter number 1,600
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– Mae West
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*** One Paragraph Pitch
1.) Head of Communications, GIRLS NOT BRIDES THE GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP, London, UK
2.) Communication Specialist, Continuing Education at CU-Boulder, University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO
3.) Communications Coordinator, Indiana Assoc. of Cities and Towns, Indianapolis, Indiana
4.) Communications Coordinator, American Psychiatric Nurses Association, Falls Church, VA
5.) Senior Communications Specialist, Entergy, White Plains, New York
6.) Internal Communications Consultant Customer Advocacy, Liberty Mutual, Boston, MA
7.) Director Internal Communications Claims Marketing and Innovation Customer Advocacy, Liberty Mutual, Boston, MA
8.) Senior Specialist Customer Communications, Liberty Mutual, Dover, NH
9.) Strategic Communications Director, University of Iowa Health Care, Iowa City, IA
10.) Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellowship in Media Studies, The Department of Visual and Media Arts , Emerson College, Boston, MA
11.) Vice President Communications, Georgia Chamber of Commerce, Atlanta, GA
12.) Audience Communications Representative (H/F), TechTarget, Newton, MA
13.) Communications Manager – Preventative Health Market, American Heart Association, Dallas, TX
14.) Communications Director, American Heart Association, Fargo ND) or surrounding area within the Midwest Affiliate)
15.) Director Communications – Founders Affiliate – Boston, American Heart Association, Waltham, MA
16.) Communications Specialist, Direct Impact, Cleveland, OH
17.) Communications Assistant, The Painted Turtle, Santa Monica, CA
18.) Manager, Communications, Consumer Healthcare Products Association, Washington, D.C.
19.) Manager, Corporate Communications, Castlight Health, San Francisco, CA
20.) DIRECTOR, INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
21.) PMO Senior Organizational Change/Communications Manager (Organizational Change Management Lead (Contingent)), DRT Strategies, Washington, DC
22.) Integrated Communications Specialist, Raytheon Missile Systems (RMS), Rosslyn, VA
23.) Associate Director of Communications and Marketing, Texas A&M University Energy Institute, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
24.) Senior Communications Officer, The James Irvine Foundation, San Francisco, CA
25.) Public Relations and Product Communications Assistant, KBC, Philadelphia, PA
26.) Senior Marketing Communications Manager Merchandising Cricket, AT&T, Atlanta, GA
27.) Corp Communications Specialist, Source of Future Technology, Inc., Allston, MA
28.) Communications Manager, Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Norristown, PA
29.) Internal Field Communications Manager, David’s Bridal, Conshohocken, PA
30.) eCommerce Intern, Pep Boys, Philadelphia, PA
31.) Director, Communications, American Beverage Association, Washington, D.C.
32,) Proposal Writer / Marketing & Communications, Toker + Associates, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
33.) Instructor of Rhetoric and Professional Writing (One-Year Temporary), Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI
34.) Communications Coordinator, Coxreels, Tempe, AZ
35.) Communications Officer, Langara College, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
36.) Account Manager, ConnellyWorks, Inc., Herndon, VA
37.) Communications Coordinator, The Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy, Washington, DC
38.) Communications Contractor, Satellite Broadcasting and Communications Association, Washington, D.C.
39.) Marketing Outreach Coordinator, Chippewa Valley Technical College, Eau Claire, WI
40.) Communications Manager/Web Strategist (part-time (20 hours)), Gaithersburg Presbyterian church, Gaithersburg, MD
41.) Corporate Communications Project Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Richmond, VA
42.) Public Affairs Specialist (BLM Spokesperson), Bureau of Land Management, Department Of The Interior, Washington DC
43.) Director of Digital Communications, National Cable & Telecommunications Association, Washington, DC
44.) Academic Year Adjunct Lecturer in Interpersonal Communication and Public Speaking (2 year), Department of Communication, Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA
45.) Communications Manager, Natioanl Parent Teacher Association, Alexandria, Virginia
46.) Communication and Scheduling Coordinator, Office of Campus Engagement and the Division of Student Affairs, Bryant University, Smithfield, RI
47.) Director, Marketing & Communications, Professional Beauty Association (PBA), Scottsdale, Arizona
48.) Public Relations Specialist, Gallup, Washington, DC
49.) Chief of Strategic Communications (Public Affairs Officer), National Park Service, Department Of The Interior, Yellowstone National Park, WY
50.) PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
51.) Public Affairs Specialist (Public Information Coordinator (PIC)), Rural Housing Service, Department Of Agriculture, Hilo, HI / Honolulu, HI
52.) Content Marketing Writer II, Diebold, North Canton, Ohio
53.) Dir, Corporate Internal Communications, Hilton Worldwide, Mc Lean, VA
54.) Communications Coordinator, ociety of Hospital Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
55.) Communications Specialist, Accolade, Plymouth Meeting, PA
56.) Public Relations/Social Media Specialist, Weidel Realtors, Pennington, NJ
57.) Corporate Communications Content Coordinator, Navy Federal Credit Union , Merrifield, VA
58.) Corporate Affairs Manager, Raytheon, Waltham, Massachusetts
59.) Corporate Communications Manager, Independent Age, London, UK
60.) ASSISTANT REQUIRED FOR THE OPERATIVES, Earthrace Conservation, SE Asia
61.) Maintenance Tech 3rd Shift, Johnsonville Sausage, LLC, Sheboygan Falls, WI
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*** The 6th National Summit on Strategic Communications returns to Washington, DC on May 4-5, 2015, and we are delighted to announce that the agenda is ready for download – visit to review the latest faculty and program topics.
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*** IABC World Conference 2015
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*** Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:
April 10-12, Auburndale, Massachusetts
April 22-27, Los Angeles, Calif.
May 11-17, Jakarta / Banyuangi / Denpasar, Indosesia
May 19-21, Singapore
August 3-8, East Lansing, Mich.
August 17-19, San Diego, Calif.
September 30-1 October, Tokyo, Japan
*** Your Very Next Step!
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*** Let’s get to the jobs:
1.) Head of Communications, GIRLS NOT BRIDES THE GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP, London, UK
Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage is seeking a Head of Communications to join its global secretariat.
Based in the Girls Not Brides office in London, the Head of Communications will provide strategic advice and leadership on all Girls Not Brides communications and media activities. S/he will lead efforts to increase awareness of child marriage and raise the global profile of Girls Not Brides. Driven by a belief in the power of partnership, s/he will also lead communications among our growing civil society partnership.
It is an exciting time to join the Girls Not Brides team. In just three years, Girls Not Brides has grown to more than 450 civil society organisations that are based in over 60 countries. Global attention to child marriage continues to build as Girls Not Brides members raise awareness of the impact of child marriage and what it will take to end it.
At the Girls Not Brides secretariat we connect those working at grassroots, national and global levels as together we call for the laws, policies and programmes to be put in place that will make a difference in the life of millions of girls. We empower those seeking to end child marriage through peer learning and exchange of best practices as we work to end child marriage and ensure girls can fulfil their full potential.
Accountability: Executive Director
Manages: Communications Officer and Digital and Content Editor
Overview
- Provides strategic leadership and advice on all Girls Not Brides communications and media activities
- Develops and implements external and internal communications strategies for the Girls Not Brides Partnership that are effective, high-quality and delivered across platforms
- Raises the Girls Not Brides global profile and promotes its work to key audiences
- Oversees work of the Communications team, consultants and interns.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and advice on all Girls Not Brides communications and media activities.
- Develop effective communications strategies for the global partnership that further Girls Not Brides’ objectives and harness the expertise, talents and resources of Girls Not Brides partners to contribute to ending child marriage.
- Provide advice to members and partners developing communications strategies at local, national and regional levels
- Together with the Communications Officer, develop a media outreach strategy in support of Girls Not Brides’ strategic objectives. Work with international media, as well as national media in high prevalence and donor countries to highlight issues of child marriage and to promote strategies to end it.
- Manage communications strategy and outreach in relation to Girls Not Brides events and staff and Trustees’ trips.
- Oversee the development and implementation of effective tools to facilitate information sharing and communications among the members of the partnership, including newsletters, website, social media and other tools as required.
- Develop and ensure consistent messaging for Girls Not Brides secretariat and the collective efforts of the broader partnership.
- Draft, edit and supervise distribution of media releases and other materials for external communications.
- Oversee the Girls Not Brides/Filles Pas Epouses websites, and support the Digital and Content Editor in website management, e-communications and content creation.
- Oversee the Girls Not Brides social media presence to build and support a global campaign to end child marriage and support the Digital and Content Editor in its implementation and digital community management.
- Commission relevant print and broadcast material to be used by partners across different geographies.
- Build a global network of lead spokespersons or ‘champions’ to speak on behalf of Girls Not Brides across sectors (including politics, business, grassroots activists and NGOs). Respectfully guide spokespersons who may not have had prior experience speaking to the media.
- Contribute to the broader strategic, policy and programmatic work of Girls Not Brides.
- Provide support to members of the Board of Trustees and Advisory Committee and other champions for media and public appearances as required.
- Assist in preparation and editing of Annual Reports and other reporting materials.
Direct and empower the communications team to deliver high quality, effective and timely messages using conventional and new media platforms.
Requirements
Expertise in communications strategy
- Demonstrated ability to create, develop and deliver a communications strategy for a global social issue campaign.
- Expertise in creating traditional media content, web content, managing online community engagement and online campaigning.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and manage internal communications.
- Excellent proven experience in working with media contacts interested in global social issues.
- Crisis and reputation management experience; maturity and discretion.
- Experience in amplifying the voices of a wide range of stakeholders, including grassroots activists and high-profile figures.
Communications skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including a demonstrated ability to write engaging, clear and concise copy.
- A keen eye for accuracy and detail.
- Excellent written and spoken English; fluency in French is highly desirable; proficiency in another relevant language is desirable.
Management and interpersonal skills
- Strong management skills, including experience in managing contractors, such as web developers and photographers.
- Willingness to work in a collaborative team and with diverse alliances, including an ability to work in different cultural environments.
- Excellent managerial, interpersonal skills and ability to empower and inspire others.
- Ability to work with sensitivity and diplomacy with a range of stakeholders, including minors and people living in vulnerable situations or insecurity.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, meet tight deadlines and juggle multiple priorities.
- Experience working in developing countries or with developing country partners strongly preferred.
- Willingness to travel internationally when necessary, sometimes at short notice.
Eligibility criteria and terms
A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate.
How to apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter demonstrating how you meet the criteria for this position via the button below by 23:00 GMT on Sunday, 19 April 2015 clearly stating “Head of Communications” and your name in the subject line. We regret that due to the large number of applications anticipated, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
http://jobs.theguardian.com/job/6050766/head-of-communications/
2.) Communication Specialist, Continuing Education at CU-Boulder, University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO
https://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=176041558
3.) Communications Coordinator, Indiana Assoc. of Cities and Towns, Indianapolis, Indiana
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs/6983848/communications-coordinator
4.) Communications Coordinator, American Psychiatric Nurses Association, Falls Church, VA
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/gXz36xxckwmD/
5.) Senior Communications Specialist, Entergy, White Plains, New York
http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/22442596/
6.) Internal Communications Consultant Customer Advocacy, Liberty Mutual, Boston, MA
7.) Director Internal Communications Claims Marketing and Innovation Customer Advocacy, Liberty Mutual, Boston, MA
8.) Senior Specialist Customer Communications, Liberty Mutual, Dover, NH
9.) Strategic Communications Director, University of Iowa Health Care, Iowa City, IA
http://jobview.monster.com/Strategic-Communications-Director-Job-Iowa-City-IA-US-147796137.aspx
10.) Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellowship in Media Studies, The Department of Visual and Media Arts , Emerson College, Boston, MA
https://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=176035598
11.) Vice President Communications, Georgia Chamber of Commerce, Atlanta, GA
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs/6903018/vice-president-communications
12.) Audience Communications Representative (H/F), TechTarget, Newton, MA
http://jobview.monster.com/Audience-Communications-Representative-Job-Newton-MA-US-147028720.aspx
13.) Communications Manager – Preventative Health Market, American Heart Association, Dallas, TX
https://heart-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=4041
14.) Communications Director, American Heart Association, Fargo ND) or surrounding area within the Midwest Affiliate)
https://heart-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=3985
15.) Director Communications – Founders Affiliate – Boston, American Heart Association, Waltham, MA
https://heart-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=4043
16.) Communications Specialist, Direct Impact, Cleveland, OH
http://jobview.monster.com/Communications-Specialist-Job-Cleveland-OH-US-147669438.aspx
17.) Communications Assistant, The Painted Turtle, Santa Monica, CA
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/32gh9dj6PX874/
18.) Manager, Communications, Consumer Healthcare Products Association, Washington, D.C.
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs/6960292/manager-communications
19.) Manager, Corporate Communications, Castlight Health, San Francisco, CA
20.) DIRECTOR, INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
*** From Linda Wood:
21.) PMO Senior Organizational Change/Communications Manager (Organizational Change Management Lead (Contingent)), DRT Strategies, Washington, DC
Qualifications
- Knowledge in OCM strategies, tools, and techniques
- Communications experience
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority items
- Ability to plan, schedule, and assign tasks among team members to accomplish project objectives
- Ability to excel in a high-tempo operational environment
- Ability to define and analyze problems as well as develop solutions
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- 10+ years of experience; at least 5 years must be specialized
- MS/MA or equivalent experience
- Project Management experience/PMP
Responsibilities
- Provide Organizational Change Management and Communications support
- Oversee and drive the execution of activities and deliverables for all OCM/Communications activities
- Support the client in managing stakeholder expectations, maintaining, and executing communication plans (i.e developing and presenting communications briefings, newsletters, messages, and presentations)
- Provide support to assess, develop, and track organizational change impacts and transition plans to identify actions needed to prepare for successful implementation
- Develop and implement effective OCM strategies and communications tactics to foster successful adoption of new program management processes, standards, and tools across the client project team
- Utilized project management skills to establish priorities for the team and manage workloads
- Bring thought leadership in OCM/Communications team to successfully deliver on recommended solutions
- Maintain Organizational Change Management Strategy documents including the OCM Strategy, Executive Summary, and Executive PowerPoint
- Maintain the Organization’s Communications Plan, making recommendations for improvement
- Develop and present communications briefings, graphics, newsletters, and presentations
- Prepare, edit, and support publications of client communications
- Prepare responses to client inquiries for review and approval
- Prepare FAQ for review and approval
- Provide ongoing client Website updates
- Perform quality reviews of all work products and deliverables of the OCM/Communications team
Code: OCML3172015
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Apply Today
Please send your resume, with cover letter and salary requirements, indicating job code and job title in the subject line, to careers@drtstrategies.com.
Linda Wood
Senior Recruiter
DRT Strategies, Inc.
http://www.drtstrategies.com/job-details/OCML3172015
22.) Integrated Communications Specialist, Raytheon Missile Systems (RMS), Rosslyn, VA
http://jobs.raytheon.com/jobs/integrated-communications-specialist-job-huntsville-alabama-2-5232147
23.) Associate Director of Communications and Marketing, Texas A&M University Energy Institute, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
https://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=176041452
24.) Senior Communications Officer, The James Irvine Foundation, San Francisco, CA
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/58FpPw9tFDw4/
25.) Public Relations and Product Communications Assistant, KBC, Philadelphia, PA
26.) Senior Marketing Communications Manager Merchandising Cricket, AT&T, Atlanta, GA
27.) Corp Communications Specialist, Source of Future Technology, Inc., Allston, MA
http://160.79.239.173/ReqRpt.asp?ReqID=S2442
*** From Bill Seiberlich:
28.) Communications Manager, Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Norristown, PA
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/5cPkF5PD9GBD
29.) Internal Field Communications Manager, David’s Bridal, Conshohocken, PA
It’s an exciting time to join the David’s Bridal team in this high impact role! Help us make her dream come true!
Field Communication is responsible for the development and execution of strategies to deliver branded business communications to the store and leadership teams of over 300 stores in the David’s Bridal chain. This role will foster increased employee engagement and collaboration, as well as drive knowledge and understanding of the company’s vision and key business metrics. This role will deliver quality, streamlined, and robust communications through content planning, collaboration with cross-functional partners and an integrated approach to communication of the business needs aligning to key priorities throughout the year. This role will partner with corporate stakeholders to provide a business platform through the SharePoint intranet platform that promotes connectivity and two-way dialogue, and improves the employee experience.
Responsibilities:
- Sustain brand standards for field/store communications in partnership with Marketing/Creative department. Infuse brand voice and aesthetic into communications which drive engagement of field and store teams.
- Serve as cross-functional communications liaison with key partners by providing consultation on the best way to deliver messaging to the field.
- Serve as “editor-in-chief” of intranet platform for departmental pages, homepage, and discussions/surveys.
- Manage governance with functional teams to best support and communicate with internal clients of field leadership and store teams.
- Develop and execute communication framework and content mapping to proactively plan seasonal communications, initiatives and events, through an integrated calendar for a holistic point of view on messaging and actions to stores/field and home office audiences.
- Support/co-lead communications for merchandise management and workflow that keeps the associate and client experience top of mind.
- Partner with Corporate Communications to ensure the cascade of corporate news as necessary.
- Support the field’s social communication channels by serving as a group moderator for brand initiatives/programs on Yammer
- Perform daily monitoring of intranet; edit content, improve functionality; partner with appropriate stakeholders for delivery of content
- Track metrics and web analytics for executive blogs and intranet stories.
- Work with IT to develop new web parts and capabilities.
- Maintain standards to ensure quality control of intranet content working in partnership with Store Operations
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist Store Operations team with special projects as appropriate
- Stay current with intranet trends and graphics and incorporate best practices to improve the user experience
Job Specifications:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in communications or equivalent experience
Work Experience
- Must have experience working with SharePoint intranet environments and have SharePoint power user skills
- Must have experience working closely with technical staff or developers
Organizational Skills
- Organized, self-motivated, resourceful individual with a can-do attitude and ability to think creatively and holistically
- Maintains records in a logical, user-friendly system
Results Orientation
- Ability to work cross-functionally based on needs of the business (as project lead or contributor); and has the ability to influence, gain alignment, problem-solve and collaborate
- Able to focus individual and team efforts on achieving results
- Commits to results and maintains commitment, regardless of obstacles and frustrations
- Experience in development of effective communication strategies (concept to map/plan to execution).
Customer Service
- Able to provide excellent customer service
Communication
- A strategic thinker with strong management skills and creativity to lead communications (verbal, written) as an advocate for our field/store teams.
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written) as a Content Producer with the ability to organize, apply hierarchy, and be able simplify content for various audiences.
- Ability to work cross-functionally based on needs of the business (as project lead or contributor); and has the ability to influence, gain alignment, problem-solve and collaborate.
Building Partnership
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams and create relationships with all levels and functions within the company
- Conducts business with honesty and integrity
- Treats others with respect
- Recognizes and responds to the business concerns of internal/external partners
If you are interested in applying, please send your resume to Kelley Wren at kwren@dbi.com.
30.) eCommerce Intern, Pep Boys, Philadelphia, PA
31.) Director, Communications, American Beverage Association, Washington, D.C.
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs/6970495/director-communications
32,) Proposal Writer / Marketing & Communications, Toker + Associates, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/22775500/
33.) Instructor of Rhetoric and Professional Writing (One-Year Temporary), Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI
https://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=176041496
34.) Communications Coordinator, Coxreels, Tempe, AZ
35.) Communications Officer, Langara College, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
http://jobs.iabc.com/jobseeker/job/22548364
*** From Joanne Connelly:
Hi Ned. I hope this email finds you well. I was hoping you could add this job to your next newsletter. Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Joanne Connelly
President & CEO
ConnellyWorks, Inc
36.) Account Manager, ConnellyWorks, Inc., Herndon, VA
Are you an experienced marketing professional looking for a new challenge? ConnellyWorks is looking for a talented account manager with 3-5 years experience to join its growing team. The ideal candidate must be able to manage strategic and tactical components of a marketing program and demonstrate strong written, oral, project management, and people skills. He or she must be comfortable working with multiple clients and adept at coming up to speed quickly on new accounts. Experience in technology, government and/or healthcare is a plus. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and an excellent working environment that enables professional and career development. If you’re interested in joining our team, send a resume, salary requirements and a brief note explaining why you should be our next hire to joanne@connellyworks.com.
37.) Communications Coordinator, The Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy, Washington, DC
If you want to work for an organization that is having an impact on tax fairness in a fast paced and think-on-your-feet environment, look no further than the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy. Communicating our often technical, wonky and nuanced work clearly, effectively, and in a compelling manner helps us to make a difference in tax policy debates across the country. Our small and mighty organization gets a lot of attention for our work and we are excited for the opportunity to grow our communications capacity. The ideal candidate will have five or more years of progressively responsible experience in a public policy setting, and will be skilled at using social media and traditional media to communicate with a variety of audiences. To find out more: http://itep.org/about/employment.php#comms
38.) Communications Contractor, Satellite Broadcasting and Communications Association, Washington, D.C.
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs/6943645/communications-contractor
39.) Marketing Outreach Coordinator, Chippewa Valley Technical College, Eau Claire, WI
https://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=176041535
40.) Communications Manager/Web Strategist (part-time (20 hours)), Gaithersburg Presbyterian church, Gaithersburg, MD
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/33kfNsGjHMH8d/
41.) Corporate Communications Project Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Richmond, VA
http://diversityjobs.com/jobsearch/display/486314197
42.) Public Affairs Specialist (BLM Spokesperson), Bureau of Land Management, Department Of The Interior, Washington DC
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/397903200
43.) Director of Digital Communications, National Cable & Telecommunications Association, Washington, DC
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=147557495
44.) Academic Year Adjunct Lecturer in Interpersonal Communication and Public Speaking (2 year), Department of Communication, Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA
https://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=176041565
45.) Communications Manager, Natioanl Parent Teacher Association, Alexandria, Virginia
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs/6983090/communications-manager
46.) Communication and Scheduling Coordinator, Office of Campus Engagement and the Division of Student Affairs, Bryant University, Smithfield, RI
https://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=176035453
47.) Director, Marketing & Communications, Professional Beauty Association (PBA), Scottsdale, Arizona
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobs/6984053/director-marketing-communications
48.) Public Relations Specialist, Gallup, Washington, DC
Gallup is looking for an experienced Public Relations Specialist to join a busy Global Communications team in Washington, D.C. Gallup’s mission is to deliver analytics and advice to help leaders and organizations solve their most pressing problems, by knowing more about the attitudes and behaviors of employees, customers, students and citizens than any other organization in the world.
A Public Relations Specialist will build relationships with a focus on workplace, consumer, education and social issues, gaining high-level media placement for Gallup content and spokespersons. Coverage must showcase Gallup’s analytics and advice, promoting Gallup and its client services and online product offerings.
This role works closely with the Global Communications Director and encompasses a considerable amount of content management, blending national/international general issues media and trade/industry campaigns.
Responsibilities include:
- Act as a media contact for Gallup, implementing proactive and reactive media relations efforts (anticipate and field media questions, identify key media opportunities, build strategic partnerships).
- Craft and execute effective outreach and dissemination campaigns for marquee partnerships, reports and other initiatives.
- Increase awareness of Gallup’s services through continuous outreach and new media strategies.
- Manage content end-to-end, providing direction and working with Gallup editors and writers, seek op-ed and third party placement.
- Prioritize urgent, competing demands; juggle multiple tasks; and follow projects through to completion.
- Increase the visibility of Gallup’s experts, products and services through writing, speaking and interview opportunities.
- Track, monitor and evaluate outreach activities and accomplishments; provide recommendations to senior leadership.
Qualifications
- Candidates for this position must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts, journalism or a related field. Three years of experience in public relations, communications or media is preferred. Experience using
- research to write articles is a plus.
Gallup does not typically sponsor foreign citizens for H-1B visas or permanent resident status for this position.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
We encourage applicants of all ages and experience, as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s age.
Gallup is an EEO/AAP Employer-Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans
Company Overview
Gallup’s forward-thinking research, analytics and advice help leaders around the world solve their most pressing problems. Combining more than 75 years of experience with our global reach, we know more about the attitudes and behaviors of the world’s constituents, employees and customers than any other organization. Gallup helps private and public organizations boost organic growth through measurement tools, strategic advice and education. Our 2,000 professionals deliver services at client organizations, through the Web and in nearly 40 offices around the world.
Gallup hires people who bring energy, enthusiasm and the right talents to our unique workplace. Our associates are self-starters with a mission to achieve great things and to contribute to new ideas and fresh concepts that are rooted in profound research and refined intelligence. Through hard work and collaboration, Gallup associates strive to build great relationships with each other and in client organizations.
Primary Location United States-Washington DC
https://gallup.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=50540
49.) Chief of Strategic Communications (Public Affairs Officer), National Park Service, Department Of The Interior, Yellowstone National Park, WY
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/398851900
50.) PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
Regular: A position which is considered essential for the effective long-term operation of the university. Persons appointed to this position will receive the privileges and benefits associated with regular employment status.
Duties:
The Pappajohn Biomedical Institute Public Relations Specialist will facilitate and promote relationships to advance awareness of Institute research endeavors through educational programs, events, and strategic communications.
The salary range for a 50% hire would be $19670 – $39776. The salary range for a 75% hire would be $29504 – $59664.
Education Required:
A Bachelor’s degree in mass communications, journalism, public relations, or marketing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Experience Required:
- Current relevant experience (typically 1 – 3 years) in public relations in the academic setting is required. Public relations experience within academic medicine is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience producing and editing of communication materials for diverse audiences are required.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines are required.
- Experience producing written materials designed for specific audiences with the ability to adapt style, tone, and content to suit audiences.
- Proficiency in Windows and Macintosh software applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat Professional, and Photoshop ).
- Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and their respective participants (Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, etc.).
- This position may require attendance at meetings, functions or events outside of normal working hours.
- Working knowledge of web content software and accessibility issues
- Experience planning, executing and promoting events
- Experience with web based publications.
Desirable Qualifications:
- An MBA is highly desirable.
- Prior experience working with faculty.
- A strong background in writing for healthcare or biomedical sciences is highly desirable.
- Some knowledge of University of Iowa and University of Iowa Health Care policies and procedures is desirable.
ONLINE APPLICATION OPTIONS
Application Type: This job requires basic applicant information, plus a resume. Your resume should not be sent to the contact below. The resume will be attached during the Online Application Process.
Cover Letter: A plain text cover letter is required.
References: References must be filled out online during the application process, however, only professional references will be allowed.
Number of References: 3
https://jobs.uiowa.edu/pands/view/66215
51.) Public Affairs Specialist (Public Information Coordinator (PIC)), Rural Housing Service, Department Of Agriculture, Hilo, HI / Honolulu, HI
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/398975500
52.) Content Marketing Writer II, Diebold, North Canton, Ohio
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/30330907
53.) Dir, Corporate Internal Communications, Hilton Worldwide, Mc Lean, VA
*** From Bill Seiberlich:
54.) Communications Coordinator, ociety of Hospital Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
Job Description:
Are you ready to join one of the most exciting conversations in healthcare?
The Society of Hospital Medicine is hiring a Communications Coordinator to help make SHM a leading force for change in healthcare.
As Communications Coordinator, you’ll be part of a team that introduces the hospital medicine movement to healthcare audiences and reinforces Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM) messages to hospitalists and others within SHM’s target audiences.
Specifically, the Communications Coordinator will be responsible for tactics and logistics that support engagement through content development, communications channel optimization and direct engagement with SHM audiences and members.
This is a new full-time position at SHM.
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
As Communications Coordinator, you’ll:
- Manage day-to-day social media engagement across all social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- Identify opportunities to increase engagement and increase followers across all social platforms.
- Develop high-quality content that promotes engagement and SHM messages. This includes content for SHM’s monthly newsmagazine, social media and Hospital Medicine Exchange (HMX) SHM’s online member community.
- Create innovative, high-ROI approaches to improve SHM’s communications channels, including publications, social media, HMX and others.
- Monitor healthcare and mainstream media coverage relevant to the hospital medicine movement and generate content for regular board-level reports.
- Measure and report on results of the effectiveness of the execution of tactics. Collaborate with the rest of the SHM Communications Department to gather metrics that measure outputs and outcomes from the department.
- Assist with promotional strategies for membership recruitment, membership loyalty, and program, product and event sales.
QUALIFICATIONS
We prefer candidates who have:
- An interest in today’s dynamic healthcare sector, especially hospital care, public health and quality improvement
- A passion for new ideas that change minds
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- 1-5 years of professional experience
- Proven project management and collaborative skills
- Experience in social media platforms and online communities
Salary, Hours, Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package
- High-energy, business casual atmosphere
- Location near public transportation just north of Center City Philadelphia
- Opportunities for leadership, professional development and career advancement
How to Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to hr@hospitalmedicine.org
55.) Communications Specialist, Accolade, Plymouth Meeting, PA
https://jobs-accolade.icims.com/jobs/1839/communications-specialist/job
56.) Public Relations/Social Media Specialist, Weidel Realtors, Pennington, NJ
Responsible for the public relations, social media and event initiatives across the organization. Creates, manages, and implements PR/SM campaigns with the goal of enriching Weidel’s position within the public eye.
Duties:
- Writes and edits news releases, public service announcements, media advisories, digital media content, letters, and other publicity and promotional materials to support Weidel Corporate, our branch offices and Sales Associates
- Assists with media and public relations events including managing members of the media and photography/videography
- Publicizes and markets special events including annual sales recognitions, holiday celebrations and community support
- Initiates, executes and manages special community event involvement for corporate and branch offices
- Manages corporations presence on all social media platforms including (but not limited to) YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Vine, LinkedIn, etc.
- Creates and updates content for its digital media applications, creates social media marketing campaigns for corporate, our branch offices and sales associates as needed
- Researches best practices and new applications in the field of social media to increase awareness and audience engagement
- Assists with internal communication, including developing and disseminating company-wide e-mails and other electronic communication, monitoring social media sites and ensuring communication of timely and accurate information
- Assists with the production of corporation publications such as brochures and newsletters, including writing and editing copy and proofreading; works with executive management to coordinate and produce messages to field and public; researches, monitors and implements, Web-based social networking and online public relations tools;
- Maintains strong relationships with media reps
- Related duties as needed and/or assigned
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in multi-media, communications, public relations or journalism
- Two years of experience in the field of public relations or multi-media
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
- Proficient in photography and videography, including editing and photo/video sharing software and platforms
- Solid knowledge of, and relevant experience using, online public relations tools, social media/networking applications, and online tools used to measure visibility of content
- Demonstrated ability to maintain and increase professional knowledge of the latest trends, practices, programs, and applications evolving in social media/networking
- Self-starter able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Note: This position requires flexible scheduling to include evenings and weekends at any Weidel Corporate location or event.
Please send your resume, salary requirements and references to aflannery@weidel.com
http://www.weidel.com/news/show.php?newsid=5132
57.) Corporate Communications Content Coordinator, Navy Federal Credit Union , Merrifield, VA
58.) Corporate Affairs Manager, Raytheon, Waltham, Massachusetts
http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/22387182/
59.) Corporate Communications Manager, Independent Age, London, UK
http://jobs.theguardian.com/job/6050187/corporate-communications-manager/
*** Weekly alternative job selections:
60.) ASSISTANT REQUIRED FOR THE OPERATIVES, Earthrace Conservation, SE Asia
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, highly organized and capable individual to assist the production coordinator on our TV series, starting immediately and ending mid-June. You will be based in a beautiful spot in SE Asia, and
will be helping out with booking transport, accommodation and generally assisting on the day-to-day logistics of organising shoots.
Accommodation and food will be provided for, but the applicant must have own laptop and be IT competent. One day off a week is given and the position is unpaid. Medical insurance and Airfare will be provided for. We are a team of dedicated conservationists raising awareness for environmental issues in our oceans, forests and the wildlife that live there. If you would like to become a part of this team, please get in touch!
Send your information to info@earthraceconservation.org.
http://www.earthraceconservation.org/news/assistant-required-operatives
61.) Maintenance Tech 3rd Shift, Johnsonville Sausage, LLC, Sheboygan Falls, WI
http://www.tweetmyjobs.com/johnsonville-sausage-llc-jobs-maintenance-tech-3rd-shift-11142-15054431
*** Weekly Piracy Report:
048-15 25.03.2015: 0230 LT: Posn: Fishing Port Berth DNP 23, Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Four robbers boarded a berthed refrigerated cargo ship. 2nd officer on routine rounds noticed the padlock to the central store room missing. As he opened the door to investigate four robbers pushed him and escaped. One robber jumped overboard while the other three left the vessel by the gangway. Local security watch observed the situation but did not take any action. Alarm raised, crew mustered and a search was carried out. A number of cartons had been removed from the cargo holds and lay ready to lower into a wooden boat, however due to the alert 2/O, no cargo was stolen.
047-15 23.03.2015: 0430 LT: Posn: 20:43N – 107:11E, Cailan Outer Anchorage, Vietnam.
Robbers boarded an anchored wood chips carrier, broke into the forward store, stole ship’s property and escaped unnoticed.
045-15 21.03.2015: 0530 LT: Posn: 01:07N – 103:34E, Around 5nm WSW of Nipah Island, Indonesia.
Seven robbers armed with knives boarded a container ship underway. They robbed the 2/E of his personal belongings, tied him and escaped. The duty wiper on routine rounds noticed the 2/E and released him. The Master informed the VTIS. Singapore Coast Guard boarded the vessel for investigation. All crew safe.
046-15 25.02.2015: 0130 LT: Posn: 20:41.8N – 107:17.0E, Off Hon Gai, Vietnam.
Four robbers armed with knives boarded an anchored bulk carrier. OOW raised the alarm and all crew alerted. Seeing the alerted crew the robbers escaped with stolen ship’s stores. Agent and port authorities notified.
044-15 21.03.2015: 0100 LT: Posn: 01:13.6N – 103:58.3E, Singapore Straits.
Four robbers boarded a bulk carrier underway. Duty Engineer spotted the robbers and informed the bridge. Alarm raised, crew mustered and Master informed the VTIS. Seeing the crew alertness, the robbers escaped empty handed. Singapore Coast Guard boarded the vessel for investigation. All crew safe.
043-15 21.03.2015: 2100 LT: Posn: 22:06N – 091:44E, Chittagong Anchorage, Bangladesh.
Armed robbers boarded an anchored tug and stole ship’s stores and properties. Alarm raised and crew mustered. As the crew approached the robbers, they threw stones at the crew resulting in the Master being injured. The robbers escaped with the stolen items in their boat. The Master heaved up the anchor and sailed further away from the anchorage area.
*** Ball cap of the week: Society of Interventional Radiology
*** Coffee Mug of the week: Emmanuel College
*** Polo-shirt of the week: National Association of Fleet Tug Sailors
*** Musical guest artist of the week: Ben E. King
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