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JOTW 23-2009

8 June 2009

www.nedsjotw.com

“No man really knows about other human beings. The best he can do is to

suppose that they are like himself.”

– John Steinbeck

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In this issue:

*** One Paragraph Pitch

1.) Public Relations Manager, Tripwire, Inc., Portland, OR

2.) Research and Media Specialist, AMERICAN INDIAN COLLEGE FUND

June 2009, Denver, CO

3.) Director of Communications, Catholic Relief Services (CRS),

Baltimore, Maryland 4.) Technical Support for Youth Radio Initiative,

UNICEF, Vientiane, Lao PDR

5.) Director, Media Relations, NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE VACANCY,

Washington, D.C.

6.) Manager of Marketing and Public Relations, Ohio & Erie Canalway

Association (OECA), Akron, OH

7.) Public Relations Specialists, TC Public Relations, Chicago, IL

8.) Technical Writer-Editor, Army Tank-Automotive & Armament Command,

Army Materiel Command, Natick, MA

9.) SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, PUBLIC AFFAIRS, Widmeyer Communications,

Washington, DC

10.) Director, University Media Relations, Kent State University, Kent,

Ohio

11.) Science Communicator (Parenting Content), Melbourne Parenting

Research Centre, Melbourne, Vic., Australia

12.) Media & Public Relations Manager, Umass Memorial Health Care,

Worcester, MA

13.) Manager — Media Relations, Walgreens, Deerfield, IL

14.) Vice President of Marketing and Sponsorship Engagement, PLAN USA,

Warwick, Rhode Island

15.) Public Affairs Specialist, Bureau of Reclamation, Department of

the Interior, Sacramento, CA

16.) Deputy Medical Editor & Kincaid Smith Fellow in Medical Editing,

The Medical Journal of Australia, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia

17.) Editorial Assistant, The National Academies, Washington, DC

18.) Editorial Assistant I, Scholastic, New York, NY

19.) Editorial Assistant, Cengage Learning, Boston, MA

20.) Editorial Assistant, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston,

MA

21.) Editorial Assistant, Simon & Schuster, CBS Corporation, New York,

NY

22.) Associate Dean for External Relations and Development, Columbia

University, New York, NY

23.) Vice President, Public Relations, The Walker Marchant Group,

Washington, D.C 24.) Production/Editorial Assistant, The American

Meteorological Society (AMS), Boston, MA

25.) Assistant Director, Communications, Temple University,

Philadelphia, PA

26.) Communications Officer, Afghanistan Government of the Islamic

Republic of Afghanistan, Kabul, Afghanistan

27.) Communications Associate, Nellie Mae Education Foundation, Quincy,

MA

28.) Military Analyst Asc, Alion Science and Technology, U.S. Strategic

Command, Offutt AFB, NE

29.) Project Editor, Cheng & Tsui, Boston, MA

30.) Account Director, Blitz Media, Inc. Needham, Massachusetts

31.) Institutional Advancement Communications Manager, Yeshiva

University, NY, NY

32.) Director of Media and Campaigns, SeaWeb, Washington, D.C.

33.) Campaign Program Coordinator, SeaWeb, Washington, D.C.

34.) Communication Director, membership organization, Charleston, WV

35.) HIV Communication Technical Advisor, Population Services

International, Washington DC

36.) Senior Print Designer, organization that has as its mission the

eradication of breast cancer, Washington, DC

37.) Senior Designer, advertising and graphic design agency,

Washington, DC

38.) Interactive Communications Intern: Public Affairs, National

Democratic Institute for International Affairs, Washington, DC

39.) Media Relations, Americas Society/Council of the Americas, New

York, New York

40.) Dir., Corporate Communications, Laureate Education, Inc.,

Baltimore, MD

41.) Communications Lead, Jump Associates, San Mateo, CA

42.) MANAGING SUPERVISOR, GYMR Public Relations, Washington, DC

43.) Field Communications Officer, United Nations Development

Programme, Hargeisa Somalia

44.) New Media Manager/Program Manager, Maryland State Lottery Agency,

Baltimore, Maryland

45.) Public Affairs Specialist, U.S. Department of State, Arlington, VA

46.) Organizational Development Intern, Summer Semester 2009, American

Lung Association, National Headquarters, Washington, DC

47.) Campaigns & Communications Officer, Africa Network Campaign on

Education For All, Dakar, Senegal (and other African cities)

48.) Africa Communications Director, World Vision, Kenya

49.) Senior Associate, Communications, The Pew Charitable Trusts,

Washington, DC

50.) Recreational Fishery Field Sampler, California Department of Fish

and Game, Los Angeles County, CA

51.) Adult Snowboard Instructor, The Canyons Resort, Park City, UT

*** Weekly Piracy Report

…and more! Scroll down and see them all!

*** One Paragraph Pitch:

Aloha Ned,

I have been reading your JOTW newsletter for too many years to count. I

love it and look forward to seeing it in my inbox every Monday morning.

Thanks for all your hard work, creative energy, and social awareness.

On top of all that you have already contributed, I am hoping that you

can help me even more. I have started commuting to Key West, Florida

regularly and don't know anyone there. Perhaps you might include me in

your One Paragraph Pitch. Mahalo in advance.

Here it goes:

I have recently found myself dividing my time between Hawaii and Key

West, Florida and seeking to expand my client base in either location or

a stop in between. I have a long term solid background in all aspects of

communications and public relations management, research and

development, analysis, partnership and event marketing, promotion, and

advertising; all of which resulted in consistent company growth. I have

developed and executed full communications and public relations

strategies, and marketing plans with the goal of advancing professional

relationships, and creating a positive public image. I also served on a

mayoral appointed commission for the Sustainable Santa Fe Commission

assisting with the advancement of existing programs, and the creation of

new ones. These programs encompassed public policy, public outreach and

education, organizing community groups, and research and development.

My experience has provided me with a great and varied amount of skills.

You will find me to be a person who is capable of not only identifying

needs, but of implementing a strategy to meet those needs creatively,

effectively and efficiently with dedication. I have worked in agency and

in-house settings for large corporations and small start-up businesses

across many industries. I am capable of creating and implementing a full

communications plan or working on a project basis on specific strategies

and tactics. Please contact me at debbiehuggett@gmail.com. Thanks for

your consideration!

*** The JOTW Network and the Population media Center's Resource Library

in Addis Ababa:

I met with Bill Ryerson and Dr. Negussie Teffera here in Washington at a

reception at the Population Institute on Capitol Hill (in back of the

Supreme Court). Bill, Negussie and I were talking about the generous

donations made by JOTW ned-workers who sent so books to PMC's Vermont

offices that they simply can't all be carried to Ethiopia as luggage

when Bill or Negussie travel that way. Now there are 12 heavy boxes

awaiting shipment to Addis. Does anyone have a suggestion on how we can

ship all the books from the PMC HQ to the PMC Ethiopia offices in Addis

Ababa? If you have an idea, share with me at lundquist989@cs.com.

*** Lesley Morrey:

Ned,

Please post in your next Job of the Week if you would.

Thanks and best regards,

Lesley Morrey

SQ 2009 Chair

Calling all Heritage Region Communicators

Silver Quill Season is Here! Entries Due July 23/July 28(late fee

applies)

The IABC Heritage Region Silver Quill 2009 Call for Entries is now live

on http://www.iabcheritageregion.com/silverquill/aboutSQ.htm

Silver Quill Awards are presented to those outstanding professionals in

our Region who have proven that their communication programs effectively

furthered the goals of their organizations. All business communicators

(members and non members alike) in the Heritage Region are eligible to

enter. Heritage Region encompasses Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana,

Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New

Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia,

Washington, D.C. and West Virginia.

Why enter?

. Feedback from peers: Judging and comprehensive evaluations by select

panels of experienced communication professionals – Accredited Business

Communicators (ABCs) and past Quill winners.

. Preparation for Gold Quill: Evaluations timed so entrants receive the

judging critique in time to prepare entries for the 2010 IABC Gold Quill

competition.

. And if you win……it's a great resume booster that will distinguish

you and your work.

Please contact Lesley Morrey, Silver Quill 2009 chair at

ct-webmaster@iabc.com with any questions on the Silver Quill Awards

program.

*** I sent the Chaos Radio link to my brother and sister:

Marilyn said:

Thanks for this Ned,

I cried while I was giggling

the sound track of our lives….

Carl said:

“The Sum of All Cliches.” Indeed a classic.

http://illfolks.blogspot.com/2009/03/bob-arbogast-dies-50-years-after-chaos.html

*** Introducing Effective Media Training … Online

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This self-study program provides spokespeople with tools and insights to

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The program consists of 10 audio-visual modules that vary in length from

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accompanied by a five-question quiz. Spokespeople view the modules and

complete the quizzes. Those who earn a combined score of 45/50 receive

a Certificate of Completion for the program.

“The quizzes serve two purposes,” says Eric Bergman, ABC, APR, who

designed the program and is also author of the train-the-trainer guide

Media Training With Excellence: A Balanced Approach

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The modules cover topic areas that include: Managing Polarization;

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The program is extremely flexible and adaptable. Organizations can

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The online version can be used as stand-alone training, or offered in

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To arrange a “test drive” or live demonstration, or for more

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*** Ned's travel:

Hey Ned!!!

Why don't you ever visit the lovely state of NJ??!!

New Jersey welcomes you with open arms….!

Keep up the great work!

Best,

Jersey Jessi 😉

(I can't figure the currency conversion.)

*** I usually bank my USAirways miles on my United Mileage Plus

account. I have enough for a free trip on USAirways, but I have enough

for Premier status on United. But since I am coming up on 18 months

without a “transaction” on US, they tell me I'll lose my miles. So I

decided to try and put the DCA-PHL leg of my recent flight to SFO on US.

But that automatically included the connection. And, since I do not

have elite status on US, they wanted $40 to take my two bags. So I

changed that flight back to my Mileage Plus account so I wouldn't have

to pay.

The CRJ overhead compartment is too small for my laptop backpack, and

since I was in the front row I had to “valet” check it, a convcern

because while the backpack is paqdded, they toss those bags around

loading them and unloading them.

Our flight was late boarding because we the aircraft hadn't arrived.

But once it did they boarded quickly and we were pretty close to leaving

on-time. But we got to Philly and circled for a long time in the clouds

and landed late, enough so I sweated my connection. Of course, my

connection was on the other side of the airport. In fact, I walked up

as the boarding was being completed and was the last to board. Somebody

was in my seat, so I took hers on the opposite side, but that required a

bulky elderly gentleman to have to get up, and that was difficult for

him (and he seemed to convey that too me). Once airborne, he put on his

enormous glasses and read an anthology of poetry to himself, eyes right

next to the pages. Occasionally he would read some aloud to his friend,

and finish, “Isn't that beautiful. Isn't that, just, I mean, it's so

beautiful.”

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learnings from the 2009 E2E Communication Awards. Day 2 keynote, Clara

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*** IABC call for presentations for 2010 conferences

IABC invites presentation proposals from qualified experts who meet the

association's criteria for educating communication practitioners to

excel professionally and improve organizational performance. Deadline

for submissions is 31 July 2009.

http://www.iabc.com/education/cfp

*** From Barbara Salegio:

Please post in the next JOTW. Description attached.

Barbara Salegio

Human Resources

Direct: 503.276.7656

www.tripwire.com

1.) Public Relations Manager, Tripwire, Inc., Portland, OR

Summary:

The Public Relations (PR) Manager will use all forms of media and

communication to develop, maintain and manage core corporate public

relations programs to help build Tripwire's visibility as the leader in

Compliance and Datacenter Management Software. He or she will be a

leader in the marketing department and will drive corporate programs and

research, and propose new ways to improve press, analyst and online

communications. This individual will work independently but in

conjunction with the Marketing team to drive key corporate and product

content initiatives and will be responsible for implementing the content

through various public relations vehicles. This position reports to

the VP of Marketing.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute a proactive Tripwire AR and PR strategic plan

internationally based on the company's business objectives

Create and maintain corporate messaging: develop key company story lines

and positioning that will resonate with the press and analyst community.

Ensure consistency of message worldwide

Drive thought leadership and executive elevation programs in line with

corporate business strategies and priorities

Drive program for winning industry awards, favorable product reviews and

business/industry accolades

Communicate and present ideas effectively to individuals at all levels

of the company including Executives, as well as reporters and others

outside of the company.

Work closely with management, product marketing, product development and

marketing communications to develop comprehensive, worldwide PR programs

Develop and maintains STRONG relationships with key press, analysts and

bloggers

Deliver Tripwire key messages across a broad spectrum of topics

Research and analyze media coverage and provides critical input to the

corporate strategy

Manage outside PR agency as well as press consultants

Responsible for press tours/events, article development/placement,

conference speaker support/placement, and coverage analysis/research

Foster community relations through involvement in community initiatives

and events

Minimum Education and Experience:

BA/BS in PR, Journalism, Marketing or equivalent

5-8+ years of public relations, analyst relations and marketing

communications experience

5+ years PR experience working with high tech industry – experience in

enterprise software, security and/or compliance software is highly

desired

Strong negotiation, influencing and presentation skills and ability to

manage up and into senior management ranks.

Strong knowledge of basic public relations best practices.

Requires an in-depth understanding of the role of communications within

the marketing mix, most importantly PR

Demonstrated writing ability and project management skills, must submit

samples of work

Experience working directly with customer/industry issues

Broad high-tech knowledge and awareness of market conditions

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to influence internal and external constituents to deliver on

aggressive PR programs

Ability to deal with constant change

Ability to work independently and synthesize information quickly

Commitment to quality and accuracy, high output and integrity

Company Profile

Tripwire is industry-recognized for its enterprise-level configuration

control software. Tripwire's leading product, Tripwire Enterprise, is

the first to combine configuration assessment with configuration change

auditing in a single solution. Tripwire Enterprise helps IT ensure the

organization achieves and maintains configurations in an operationally

optimized, compliant and secure state-and helps them prove it.

Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Tripwire has operations in 15

countries around the world. Tripwire was recently named to the Portland

Business Journal's Fastest-Growing Private 100 List and Oregon Business

Magazine named it one of the 100 Best Companies in Oregon.

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@tripwire.com.

*** From Dina M. Horwedel:

Hi Ned,

I have been a subscriber of your JOTW newsletter since 2001 and enjoy

reading it for communications tips, training information, and more.

We have an opening in the American Indian College Fund's public

education department. We are looking for an outstanding

writer/researcher with public relations skills who also is tech savvy in

the areas of the web, podcasting, and more. We would like to fill the

position as soon as possible. Thank you for posting the attached job

description and for the outstanding service you provide to

communicators!

Dina Horwedel

Dina M. Horwedel

Director, Public Education

American Indian College Fund

8333 Greenwood Boulevard

Denver, Colorado 80221-4448

Phone: 303-430-5350

Fax: 303-426-1200

e-mail: dhorwedel@collegefund.

2.) Research and Media Specialist, AMERICAN INDIAN COLLEGE FUND

June 2009, Denver, CO

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities for this position are to manage the Fund's

research and story-gathering process and multimedia including the web

site and social media sites, and to assist in the coordination and

production of content for public education materials.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILITIES

. Gather, write, and develop a continuous collection of student and

tribal college stories. This ongoing collection will contain photos,

narratives, and written permissions to use names, stories, and photos.

The stories will be identified through other media sources, however

initial or follow-up information gathering will be through personal

contacts and phone interviews. Stories may be documented with writing,

video interviews, audiotaped interviews and/or still photography. The

stories will be used in direct marketing, newsletters, the Fund's web

site, and more. Work will include collaborating with other departments

at the Fund to identify types of stories needed and gathering data for

stories.

. Develop relationships with tribal colleges, AIHEC, and Tribal College

Journal to collaborate, share, and obtain photos and stories.

. Establish relationships with tribal college scholarship alumni for

direct marketing and public awareness purposes and develop and maintain

a searchable alumni database. This may be done in collaboration with the

Fund's Scholarship team.

. Provide fully integrated marketing concepts to the direct marketing

team and serve as internal liaison at the Fund for creative for direct

marketing vendors.

. Organize and archive all media materials in a searchable database,

including labeled photos, video, permissions, and stories.

. Gather statistics about student retention, graduation, community and

economic impacts of the tribal colleges, from sources including but not

limited to the U.S. Census Bureau, AIHEC, Bureau of Indian Affairs, U.S.

Department of Education, and tribes.

. Develop new pages for and maintain web site, online, and print media,

working with designers.

. Conceptualize, design, produce and support the Fund's professional

websites, podcasts, and social networking sites on the Internet

including Web Development, Graphic Design, Marketing and Site

Optimization, Yahoo Store and others.

. Maintain an editorial calendar for the web site and social media sites

and synchronize and update all information on web site and social media

sites on a regular basis. All updates should include but are not limited

to tribal college profiles, student biographies, stories, and bi-annual

electronic newsletter.

. Assist on copy edit chain with all major reports and publications and

direct mail projects.

. Assist with writing for the web and publications, including the annual

report, press releases, and newsletters.

. Maintain files on potential and current vendors and serve as liaison

to vendors used for various media production.

. Communicate desired product specifications to vendors and agencies and

ensure they do not exceed proposed budgets; initiate corrective action

if parties are outside of budgets.

. Coordinate production process and mailing of publications.

. Develop podcasts using still photography, videos, and sound.

. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

. Incumbent must be able to work independently to establish

relationships with tribal colleges, students, and alumni to develop a

collection of student and tribal college stories for use in marketing.

. Attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication

skills.

. Excellent research, information-gathering, analysis, and

report-writing skills with statistics and other government data.

. Ability to maintain a fully functional web site and have hands-on

experience with Photoshop, Dreamweaver, PowerPoint, Flash, and HTML, and

FTP programs.

. Ability to work under tight deadlines and on multiple projects

simultaneously with minimum supervision.

. Experience working with social media, including podcasting, digital

photography, videography, and more.

. Exceptional attention to detail in hand coding, design and intuitive

navigation schemes.

DESIRED

. Bachelor's degree and/or three years of relevant experience.

. Willingness to learn new software programs and social media skills.

. Public speaking experience.

Additional consideration will be given to candidates with:

. Experience working with diverse cultures and specific experience with

American Indian communities and culture.

. Working knowledge of the tribal college system.

. Experience in higher education and American Indian issues.

Physical and Mental Demands

. Ability to lift 20 pounds.

. Multi-tasking with a variety of different responsibilities.

. Some travel will be necessary.

Salary and Benefits

. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit via email a letter of intent; include your salary requirements,

current resume, and writing sample of 3-5 pages, sample photos, web

designs, published articles, brochures, electronic designs and/or other

materials in PDF format to: Gina Del Castillo, Human Resource Manager

gdelcastillo@collegefund.org visit our website at: www.collegefund.org

for full job description details.

3.) Director of Communications, Catholic Relief Services (CRS),

Baltimore, Maryland

http://www.execsearches.com/non-profit-jobs/jobDetail.asp?job_id=18416

4.) Technical Support for Youth Radio Initiative, UNICEF, Vientiane,

Lao PDR

Deadline: June 5 2009

http://www.comminit.com/en/node/294317/ads

*** From Amber Jaynes:

5.) Director, Media Relations, NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE VACANCY,

Washington, D.C.

Summary:

The National Urban League is seeks a Director of Media Relations in the

Marketing & Communications department. The Director of Media Relations

promotes awareness of the National Urban League to key constituents and

through a wide variety of media channels. Under direction of the Vice

President of Marketing & Communications, the Director of Media Relations

shapes and executes the organization's external and internal

communications (among 100+ affiliates). S/he undertakes all traditional

public relations activities including media relations, publications

publicity and special event support. The Director of Media Relations

reports to the Vice President of Marketing & Communications, but also

works very closely and independently with other department leaders.

Essential Functions:

. Responsible for increasing the organization's influence with and

visibility in the print, radio, TV, web-based news media outlets.

. Develops and pitches stories to national and local media; organizes

news conferences and appearances; coordinates issues management, message

development and other communication needs of the organization.

. Conducts quick, accurate research into topics on which NUL will engage

in public discourse. Provides talking points to spokesperson.

. Responsible for managing vendors, agencies and freelancers as needed.

. Develop press releases, editorials, media alerts and executive

statements;

. Assist with planning and preparation of the organization's annual

report and the State of Black America report;

. Assist with the creation of content for the organization's Urban

Influence Magazine.

. Clip tracking/acquisition; monitors daily newspapers, magazines,

publications.

Organizational Relationships:

. Cultivate and manage relationships with reporters, editors, producers,

and conduct proactive outreach to the national and special interest

press in Washington, D.C.

. Coordinates planning of media events with external partners

and with other departments within the National Urban League

headquarters.

. Disseminates information and materials to affiliates as

needed.

Education:

Bachelors Degree in Journalism, Communications or English. Masters

degree a plus.

Experience:

Must have 6+ years of experience working with strategic communications,

public relations practices and procedures. Non-profit, government or

public affairs experience a plus.

Must have 3+ years experience managing video production projects.

Skills & Knowledge:

Must have strong writing and editing skills.

Must have solid time management skills and the ability to manage

multiple projects in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.

Must have solid news judgment and the ability to contribute to strategic

thinking as well as the development and execution of PR programs.

The successful candidate must possess a highly developed sense of

judgment, diplomacy, and be able to function independently as well as

part of a team.

Must have a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Internet

Explorer. Moreover, s/he must be able to use and manage software

employed for mass-distribution of E-newsletters and press releases.

Some travel required.

To submit your resume online, please visit our Employment Network at

www.nul.org or email: dwest@nul.org. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Deadline to apply: June 15, 2009.

The National Urban League is an Equal Opportunity Employer

*** From Mark Sofman:

6.) Manager of Marketing and Public Relations, Ohio & Erie Canalway

Association (OECA), Akron, OH

http://www.ohioanderiecanalway.com/News/Position%20Description%20for%20Manag.aspx

*** From Melissa Harman:

Hi Ned,

Wanted to send along this job posting for your site. Let me know if you

need any other info. THANK YOU!!!

Best,

Melissa

Melissa Harman

TC Public Relations

333 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1810

Chicago, IL 60601

melissa@tcpr.net

www.tcpr.net

o: (312) 422-1333

f: (312) 422-1533

7.) Public Relations Specialists, TC Public Relations, Chicago, IL

Attention: Innovative Entrepreneurial Public Relations Professionals

TC Public Relations seeks public relations specialists to join our team

of bright professionals. A public relations specialist at TCPR is more

than a press release pontiff and pitch person. Our bright professionals

have entrepreneurial spirit, know how to keep clients happy and can

dance around new media like Michael Jackson in his glory days. We are

looking for a responsible, accountable, and results-driven professional

who wants to succeed in a positive, supportive environment.

A PR specialist will be in charge of managing public relations campaigns

while maintaining client relations and measuring results of PR efforts.

We are looking for individuals who know the business and will need

little coaching and guidance. We also emphasize that applicants have a

thorough knowledge of new and social media.

The ideal candidate should be:

. A PR professional with 2- 3 years public relations experience (no

less!)

. Able to create, implement, and account for a public relations campaign

. Work to grow business with current clients and prospects for new

business

. Self-motivated problem solver with acute knowledge or PR 2.0 tools

(social/new media)

. Excellent communicator – written and verbal

Other qualifications:

. Thorough knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Office suite

. Experience with ACT! and Cision MediaSource preferred

. Experience in smaller office environments

Required Education: Qualified applicants will have a college degree in

journalism, public relations, marketing, communications or related

field.

Start Date: Summer 2009

Hours: Full-time = typically 40 hours a week schedule, Monday to Friday

with additional hours on occasion. Part-time and freelance options are

available.

Compensation: To be negotiated based on experience.

Full-time Benefits: Paid major holidays and paid time off after three

months of employment; allowance for health insurance.

Company Overview: TC Public Relations is a boutique PR firm located on

Michigan Avenue. Our clientele is made up of high-caliber business

leaders, law firms, authors and publishers, and we provide specialized

service to Christian markets. We make it a priority to stay on top of

new technologies and developments in communication. “Fun” is our middle

name, as well as “hard work,” “accountability” and “honesty.” Yes, we

know it's a long name.

See our web site for more about us and our amazing team.

Submissions: Interested candidates can submit a cover letter and resume

to:

Thomas Ciesielka

TC Public Relations, Inc.

333 N. Michigan Ave.

Suite 1810

Chicago, IL 60601 Email: tc@tcpr.net

8.) Technical Writer-Editor, Army Tank-Automotive & Armament Command,

Army Materiel Command, Natick, MA

http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=80817241

*** From Laura Hamra:

Widmeyer Communications is searching for a Senior Vice President, Public

Affairs for its DC office. Can you please post the attached job

description to your JOTW newsletter?

Thank you.

Laura Hamra

Vice President, Human Resources

202.667.0901 x120

www.widmeyer.com

http://www.linkedin.com/pub/3/6a2/b71

9.) SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, PUBLIC AFFAIRS, Widmeyer Communications,

Washington, DC

Widmeyer Communications, a full-service communications and public

affairs firm with offices in Washington and New York, is seeking a

leader for its Public Affairs practice.

In this heightened period of Washington-based reform, Widmeyer wants to

elevate its already prominent role in the public affairs space by

building on the impressive work it currently is doing around climate

change, energy, financial services, education, publishing and

transportation.

Widmeyer provides research-based strategy and planning, public

relations, advertising, creative and digital expertise to its roster of

more than 100 clients.

Key Responsibilities

. Innovatively grow the Public Affairs practice, leading and

coordinating new business development

. Oversee the Public Affairs team

. Closely monitor account management with focus on exceeding client

satisfaction and promoting client growth

. Oversee account financials, including budget allocation and control,

and client billing

. Ensure team billability and account profitability

. Closely collaborate with other practices areas, such as Research and

Creative/Digital, to enhance spectrum of services provided to clients

and to grow business

. Serve as senior public affairs strategist and counselor to key clients

. Grow a state of the art Public Affairs team, taking advantage of

latest developments in communications field

. Maintain current and grow additional relationships with key

influencers in public affairs arena

. Monitor current and emerging political landscape to identify ways to

leverage on behalf of current clients, while identifying future clients

Experience/Qualifications

. At least fifteen years of experience required, including some

combination of PR agency, Capitol Hill, Executive Branch, trade

association and/or corporate public affairs

. An established track record of success in public affairs new business

development, including pitching, responding to RFPs and securing

accounts

. An established track record of success in the management of public

affairs accounts

. Management experience, including growing a winning team

. Excellent written and oral communications skills, with a solid

understanding of social media and its applicability to public affairs

accounts

. Strong contacts in the policymaker and influencer community

Please e-mail resumes to:

Widmeyer Communications

Attn: Human Resources

jobs@widmeyer.com

Job Reference – PA

Please visit our website at www.widmeyer.com

10.) Director, University Media Relations, Kent State University, Kent,

Ohio

http://www.execsearches.com/non-profit-jobs/jobDetail.asp?job_id=18413

11.) Science Communicator (Parenting Content), Melbourne Parenting

Research Centre, Melbourne, Vic., Australia

The Parenting Research Centre is an independent research and development

organisation whose mission is to help parents raise happy healthy

children.

As part of the Knowledge Transfer team, you will contribute to the

development of the organisation's capacity to translate science into

practical and effective solutions for families and develop online

content primarily for Australia's national parenting information website

http://www.raisingchildren.net.au

Supporting the RCN Content Manager, your key objective will be

translating the science of parenting and child development into

understandable, engaging and practical information that assists parents

in the task of raising their children. To do this, you will work with a

range of internal and external subject matter experts to create content

that is well structured and suitable for online publication.

The successful applicant will have:

* Strong writing and editing skills, with a particular focus on research

and science writing – as demonstrated by an extensive publication record

* Experience in writing / editing for online environments

* Ability to translate complex scientific ideas and concepts into useful

and practical information for a diverse community audience

* Demonstrated commitment to Science Communication / Knowledge

Translation practices

Download: Position Description

Applications together with up to three samples of published written work

can be submitted by email to jobs@parentingrc.org.au For enquiries

regarding this role please contact Derek McCormack 03-8660-3500.

Closing date: Friday 19 June 2009.

12.) Media & Public Relations Manager, Umass Memorial Health Care,

Worcester, MA

Position Summary:

Develops and manages a comprehensive public relations and media

relations program consistent with the organization's mission and vision,

and in support of strategic goals and system marketing initiatives for

both the UMass Memorial Medical Center, and the UMass Memorial Health

Care system, interfacing with media relations staff at the system's

community hospitals.

Provides public relations counsel, crisis communications

planning/response, media inquiry response, and proactive editorial

services to ensure a positive and cohesive public image via development

and dissemination of news, feature and photo releases. Works under the

direction of the Senior Director of Marketing and in collaboration with

members of the marketing and communications team.

Position Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in related field; Master's degree preferred. Minimum

of five to seven years related experience in media and public relations

and marketing communications required. Prior experience within a health

care environment strongly preferred. Solid understanding of media and

public relations program development and communication strategy

required. Must have familiarity in utilization of newer online social

media resources (e.g. YouTube, Facebook, Flickr, Twitter, Wikis, blogs,

etc.). Superior writing ability and presentation skills required.

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with

physicians, administrative leadership both on-site and at member

hospitals, external news media representatives, and community members.

Must be self-directed with an ability to set priorities and oversee

multiple projects simultaneously.

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an

equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides

proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description,

may be substituted for the above requirements.

Department-specific competencies, including age-specific competencies

and their measurements, will be developed and maintained in the

individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached

to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review

competencies with position incumbents.

http://www.healthcaresource.com/umass/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.jobDetails&template=dsp_job_details.cfm&cJobId=664738

13.) Manager — Media Relations, Walgreens, Deerfield, IL

http://www.job.com/my.job/sup/appTo=36910416/p=1/jsOn=1

14.) Vice President of Marketing and Sponsorship Engagement, PLAN USA,

Warwick, Rhode Island

http://www.execsearches.com/non-profit-jobs/jobDetail.asp?job_id=18412

15.) Public Affairs Specialist, Bureau of Reclamation, Department of

the Interior, Sacramento, CA

http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=81264163

16.) Deputy Medical Editor & Kincaid Smith Fellow in Medical Editing,

The Medical Journal of Australia, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia

The Medical Journal of Australia is seeking to recruit suitably

qualified applicants for the following positions:

Deputy Medical Editor

Must be a medical graduate. Experience in medical publishing, writing

and editing essential. Previous participation in postgraduate training,

research, or a postgraduate qualification is desirable, but not

essential.

Kincaid Smith Fellow in Medical Editing

A 12 month position available to registrar-qualified medical graduates

who wish to gain experience in medical publishing, writing and editing.

Full training will be provided.

Successful applicants will be involved in, and have a responsibility

for, the editorial processes of the MJA, including critically reviewing

submissions, facilitating the peer review process, commissioning

contributions, liaising with authors and copy editors, writing for

publication and making a contribution to the evolution of the Journal.

Both positions require excellent English language skills.

Telephone enquiries may be made to The Editor, Dr. Martin Van Der

Weyden, 02-9562-6666.

Written applications with curriculum vitae and contact telephone number

please to:

The Editor

The Medical Journal of Australia

Locked Bag 3030, Strawberry Hills, NSW 2012

Email: martin@ampco.com.au

Closing date: Friday 12 June 2009.

17.) Editorial Assistant, The National Academies, Washington, DC

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA4/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=NAS&cws=1&rid=6550

18.) Editorial Assistant I, Scholastic, New York, NY

http://scholastic.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=5339&sid=75

19.) Editorial Assistant, Cengage Learning, Boston, MA

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=LEARNING&cws=1&rid=2534

20.) Editorial Assistant, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston,

MA

http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-JFJQR9E4IXM

21.) Editorial Assistant, Simon & Schuster, CBS Corporation, New York,

NY

https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5126

22.) Associate Dean for External Relations and Development, Columbia

University, New York, NY

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ee829723e43115c6&jsa=578

*** From Almina Khorakiwala:

23.) Vice President, Public Relations, The Walker Marchant Group,

Washington, D.C

The Walker Marchant Group, a Washington, D.C. public relations firm

seeks a seasoned public relations professional for the position of vice

president. With our focus on corporate communications, we have been able

to build an impressive client list and are searching for a team member

who will help execute our mission and move toward our vision of:

Superior Communications Partners:

Strategic, Smart, Rapid and Targeted

The Vice President is a senior level professional who develops and

manages accounts independently. He/she provides strategic counsel on

accounts and is responsible for maintaining and growing existing

accounts, as well as identifying and winning new business. The Vice

President provides proactive leadership to accounts, staff and clients.

The Vice President should be a strategic thinker with 8 – 10 years of

public relations experience with a minimum of 5 years agency experience.

The right candidate will have managed staff and multiple accounts.

He/she will have solid media relations experience, excellent writing and

verbal skills, as well as be a team player who is deadline oriented and

able to operate in a fast paced environment.

Candidates interested in applying should send a cover letter and resume

to almina@walkermarchant.com. Please put VICE PRESIDENT in the subject

line.

No phone calls please.

The Walker Marchant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

24.) Production/Editorial Assistant, The American Meteorological

Society (AMS), Boston, MA

The American Meteorological Society (AMS), an internationally recognized

publisher of high-quality technical journals, is seeking a

production/editorial assistant to join our collegial and dynamic

Publications Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This is an entry-level position, a quarter of which will be editorial in

nature and three-quarters production. The successful candidate will be

expected to ensure that manuscript submissions are in the proper format

before peer review and final acceptance; interact with authors and

remote editorial offices; prepare tables of contents; and assist in

other tasks as needed.

Required Experience:

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and detail oriented, with a genuine

interest in the publishing profession. The ability to multitask is key,

and good time management skills are a must. A Bachelors degree and

strong communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills are

required. Familiarity with various graphic file formats is a plus.

Salary/Hours:

The annual salary for this full-time (37.5 hr) position starts in the

mid to upper 20s, with the final salary based upon experience and

qualifications. There is the potential for two salary increases in the

first year, and annually thereafter based on performance. AMS offers a

comfortable yet challenging academic environment with opportunities for

professional advancement. A comprehensive benefits program includes

vacation/sick time, and generous health insurance coverage. AMS also

offers an outstanding retirement plan.

Direct Application To:

Please send your resume and cover letter to pubsjob@ametsoc.org. No

phone calls please.

http://www.bbboston.org/pageJobs_view.cfm?jobid=7194

25.) Assistant Director, Communications, Temple University,

Philadelphia, PA

http://www.newyorkjobs.com/jobdetails.cfm?jid=851834

26.) Communications Officer, Afghanistan Government of the Islamic

Republic of Afghanistan, Kabul, Afghanistan

Closing Date – 14 Jun 2009

http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7SKG5H

27.) Communications Associate, Nellie Mae Education Foundation, Quincy,

MA

http://www.execsearches.com/non-profit-jobs/jobDetail.asp?job_id=18449

28.) Military Analyst Asc, Alion Science and Technology, U.S. Strategic

Command, Offutt AFB, NE

Job Ref. No. 10275

Responsibilities:

Support J020 web design and outreach products

Capture television coverge of command activities to DVD

Qualifications

Solid understanding of USSTRATCOM missions

Experience with several web development tools

Extensive knowledge and experience in HTML, web and web design

applications and developing professional and commercial print and

graphic materials

SECRET Clearance

Alion Science and Technology is an employee-owned technology solutions

company delivering technical expertise and operational support to the

Department of Defense, civilian government agencies and commercial

customers. Building on 70 years of R&D and engineering experience, Alion

brings innovation and insight to multiple business areas: naval

architecture & marine engineering; defense operations; systems

engineering; modeling & simulation; information management & technology;

chemical, biological, nuclear & environmental sciences; wireless

spectrum engineering; and industrial technology. Based in McLean,

Virginia, Alion employee-owners are located at major offices, customer

sites and laboratories worldwide.

http://www.alionscience.com/erecruit/dsp_erecruit.cfm?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=10275

29.) Project Editor, Cheng & Tsui, Boston, MA

Cheng & Tsui seeks a project editor with Asian language skills, who will

be responsible for overseeing the editing and production of textbooks

and related projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Produce manuscripts into book or other formats, serving as main

author liaison for all assigned projects. Plan, schedule, and manage

projects to ensure timely publication. Proactively resolve problems

related to quality, scheduling, budgeting, etc., as needed. Direct and

review work of freelance editors, copyeditors, proofreaders, and other

vendors.

2. Edit manuscripts for content, or copyedit, when necessary. Work

closely with production to oversee layout, check page proofs, and review

printer's proofs.

3. Help develop effective online resources related to core projects.

4. Maintain organized files for projects. Attend weekly

editorial-production meeting and weekly company staff meeting.

5. Coordinate editorial aspects of reprints.

6. Supply sales and marketing staff with timely product information.

Write, edit, and proof catalog copy.

Required Experience:

Must be a highly organized team player with ability to coordinate

multiple projects simultaneously and communicate effectively with

authors, freelancers and vendors, and in-house staff. Proven ability to

work accurately and efficiently, producing projects on time and on

budget. Detail-oriented with excellent writing and editing skills.

Working knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style, standard

textbook-publishing procedures, and desktop publishing, including PDF

workflow.

Minimum five years' experience coordinating projects in an editorial or

production role, preferably in a textbook-publishing environment.

Knowledge of an Asian language strongly preferred.

Salary/Hours:

This is a full-time position. Salary is commensurate with experience. We

are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a 401k plan and health and

dental insurance.

Direct Application To:

Please send resume with cover letter to managingeditor@cheng-tsui.com.

No phone calls, please.

Email: managingeditor@cheng-tsui.com

http://www.bbboston.org/pageJobs_view.cfm?jobid=7192

http://www.cheng-tsui.com/company/career_opportunities/project_editor

30.) Account Director, Blitz Media, Inc. Needham, Massachusetts

http://www.talentzoo.com/index.php?action=view_job&jobID=92416

31.) Institutional Advancement Communications Manager, Yeshiva

University, NY, NY

http://www.mediabistro.com/joblistings/jobview.asp?joid=89925

32.) Director of Media and Campaigns, SeaWeb, Washington, D.C.

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=253700013

33.) Campaign Program Coordinator, SeaWeb, Washington, D.C.

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=253700012

*** From Erik Wells:

Ned,

Possible job opening for Communication Director for West Virginia

membership organization. The location is in the state capital of

Charleston. The position if full-time with benefits. Salary is

commensurate with experience.

34.) Communication Director, membership organization, Charleston, WV

Superior written, verbal skills and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills; the ability to manage multiple tasks and

deadlines; and

a working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office

programs

Maintain official social networking channel Facebook and Twitter;

originate, launch, & implement multiple YouTube sites; implement Skype

for interviews

Create and maintain a blog

Manage media relations by establishing local & state media contacts,

creating extensive media database and pitching media stories.

Create monthly media tracking reports

Effectively describe & promote organization

Ability to produce radio/audio-visual production with knowledge of

non-linear editing

Create comprehensive communication strategies

Ability to perform under pressure and juggle multiple projects at once

in a fast paced environment

High energy, positive, “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and

attention to detail; high degree of initiative.

Please email resume, cover letter and references to:

communicationdirector@yahoo.com

Resumes will be held in strict confidence.

35.) HIV Communication Technical Advisor, Population Services

International, Washington DC

http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7SNQ4F

*** From Lauren Arky:

Hi Ned.

I have included two announcements below regarding positions I am

currently looking to fill. I would greatly appreciate it if you could

post the announcements to the JOTW listserv.

Thanks!

Lauren Arky

Brainstorm Creative Resources

202.262.9870 .:. phone

202.244.4040 .:. fax

larky@brainstormresources.com

www.brainstormresources.com

36.) Senior Print Designer, organization that has as its mission the

eradication of breast cancer, Washington, DC

OVERVIEW

Brainstorm Creative Resources is a recruiting and staffing firm that

places creative and editorial professionals into freelance and full-time

positions with employers in and around Washington, DC.

Please read the page below and/or visit

www.brainstormresources.com/ApplyOnline for additional information

regarding our firm and currently open positions with our clients.

JOB DESCRIPTION

A Washington, DC-based organization that has as its mission the

eradication of breast cancer, is seeking the services of a long-term,

onsite, freelance Senior Print Designer.

The Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for leading all creative

projects from concept to completion. The Senior Designer will also be

responsible for maintaining branding and organizational identification

and bringing creative insight and concepts to all facets the

organization's external materials. S/he will collaborate with other

staff on a variety of deliverables such as print and electronic

publications, web graphics and event materials. Strong aesthetic

sensibility related to the use of type and traditional illustration

ability a definite plus. Candidate should be proactive and possess an

energy level that is consistent with an organization that requires and

rewards: creativity, careful attention to detail and productivity.

Candidate will serve as primary in-house design, print and web graphic

production resource.

Responsible for concepting, design and production of a wide variety of

marketing collateral, including but not limited to: brochures,

conference support materials, newsletters and branding, tradeshow

exhibit design . There may be some opportunities to leverage Web design

(but not development) skills as well. The organization would consider it

a benefit if the individual chosen for the assignment also had an

interest in photography and at least limited experience producing

photographs for exhibit or commercial use.

The work environment is CS 4 on networked PCs.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

To ensure that our client's needs are fully satisfied, we are seeking

individuals who can offer the following:

. BS or BA in Graphic Design or a related field

. Minimum of Five to seven years of progressively responsible

design experience

. Portfolio must include work that demonstrates clean, bold,

modern design aesthetic

. Self-starter

. Flexibility

. Sense of humor

. Superior expertise with graphics software, including Adobe Creative

Suite (specifically Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign) required, as

are proficiency with Acrobat, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Flash and

Dreamweaver skills highly desirable, but not required.

. Great work ethic that is verifiable through reference checks

ASSIGNMENT DATES & TIMES

This is a long-term, onsite freelance assignment. So, applicants seeking

telecommuting or remote working opportunities will not be considered.

The start date is ASAP. The end date is undetermined at this time. From

direct conversations with the hiring manager, Brainstorm Creative

Resources has determined that the assignment could last as long as one

year – or possibly longer. The organization offers a 37.5-hour work

week; each day includes a half-hour for lunch. Additionally, this is an

environment where most individuals begin their day in the 9am to 9:30am

range. There may be some flexibility offered for qualified candidates

who want to start their days a bit earlier or later.

RATE

Brainstorm Creative Resources can offer a pay rate of between $35 and

$45/hour. The actual rate offered will be within regional market norms

for the responsibilities outlined in this job description, and will be

dependent on the qualifications each applicant exhibits during the

hiring process.

APPLICATION

Please follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit www.brainstormresources.com/ApplyOnline.

2. Click the “Search” button in the “Job Search” section near top

of the page.

3. All available opportunities will be listed. Please click on the

appropriate position title.

4. Read the Employer Overview and complete Job Description.

5. Apply at the bottom of the page, using these guidelines:

a. Complete a Personal Profile

b. Provide answers to the short Questionnaires provided

c. Indicate your specific Software application skills

d. Upload a Resume — as well as any other documents you consider

relevant (ex: work samples, cover letter, references)

Only candidates currently residing within a commutable distance of

Washington, DC should apply. Applicants not currently living in

Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia, or who inquire without a cover

letter, resume and/or work samples should not expect to receive a

response.

Brainstorm Creative Resources and its client organization are EEO

employers.

37.) Senior Designer, advertising and graphic design agency,

Washington, DC

OVERVIEW

Brainstorm Creative Resources is a recruiting and staffing firm that

places creative and editorial professionals into freelance and full-time

positions with employers in and around Washington, DC.

Please read the details below and/or visit

www.brainstormresources.com/ApplyOnline for additional information

regarding our firm and currently open positions with our clients.

JOB DESCRIPTION

A Washington, DC-based advertising and graphic design agency is looking

to hire a Senior Designer into a full-time position. Our client has

provided a job description, which reads as follows:

” All of the best agencies have one: the go-to designer. The best work

seems to revolve around them, and their personalities have a kind of

gravitational pull on clients and coworkers. Equally comfortable in

print or new media, they can do it all – plan projects, work directly

with clients, and design anything from an identity to a website. They

turn marketing strategy into killer concepts. And, of course, their

names are on most of the awards.

These people are the best of team players. They don't have oversize

egos, but they know they're good. And the agency knows it too, so

they're treated well. Yet, they eventually move on.

That's where we come in: we are a leading Washington, DC design and

advertising studio that gives top talent everything that they want most

in their work life. That's why our people have turned their positions

into careers, staying with us for an average of a decade and counting.

Great people doing great work on great accounts. Real pros who are

highly respected by their colleagues and clients – and who are

generously rewarded for the success that they create. It's all wrapped

up in a refreshingly sane environment that combines responsibility with

freedom.”

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

*BA or BS in Graphic Design or a related field -AND/OR- more than seven

years of experience working consistently as a professional Graphic

Designer in an agency, studio or corporate setting. No exceptions,

please.

*High level of proficiency with Adobe CS2, CS3 and/or CS4.

*Portfolio that includes at least fifteen samples of design work that

was produced for agency, studio or corporate clients.

DATES & TIMES

Well qualified candidates with an interest in this opportunity should be

seeking a full-time, onsite position. This is a regular (approximately)

9am to 5pm position, and there will likely be some overtime. Please do

not inquire if you are looking to work less than 40 hours each week,

and/or are not interested in reporting to work each day at this

organization's downtown Washington, DC offices.

SALARY

At the time of this posting, we are still awaiting salary details from

our client. We expect the salary offered to be in the broad range of

between $60,000 and $90,000 annually. We will re-publish this posting

with additional details as soon as they are available.

APPLICATION

Please follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit www.brainstormresources.com/ApplyOnline.

2. Click the “Search” button in the “Job Search” section near top

of the page.

3. All available opportunities will be listed. Please click on the

appropriate position title.

4. Read the Employer Overview and complete Job Description.

5. Apply at the bottom of the page, using these guidelines:

a. Complete a Personal Profile

b. Provide answers to the short Questionnaires provided

c. Indicate your specific Software application skills

d. Upload a Resume — as well as any other documents you consider

relevant (ex: work samples, cover letter, references)

Only candidates currently residing within a commutable distance of

Washington, DC should apply. Applicants not currently living in

Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia, or who inquire without a cover

letter, resume and/or work samples should not expect to receive a

response.

Brainstorm Creative Resources and its client organization are EEO

employers.

38.) Interactive Communications Intern: Public Affairs, National

Democratic Institute for International Affairs, Washington, DC

http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7SHBQZ

39.) Media Relations, Americas Society/Council of the Americas, New

York, New York

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=253400007

*** From Andy Cook:

Good morning Ned,

Could you please post the following position?

Thank you very much.

Andy Cook

Andrew Cook, PHR

Recruiter, LHEG Finance

Laureate Higher Education Group

650 South Exeter Street, Baltimore, MD

(410)843-6330 – phone

andrew.cook@laureate-inc.com

40.) Dir., Corporate Communications, Laureate Education, Inc.,

Baltimore, MD

Laureate Education, Inc, is a global leader in higher education.

Laureate International Universities (LIU), the company's global network

of 43 accredited, degree granting institutions of higher education

located in 20 countries, serves nearly 500,000 students. The Laureate

Higher Education Group (LHEG) includes LIU's U.S. campus-based and

online institutions: Kendall College (Chicago, Illinois), NewSchool of

Architecture and Design (San Diego, California), and Walden University

(online).

Laureate Education seeks a Director of Corporate Communications to work

in our Baltimore location as a member of the Corporate Communications

Team, reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Communications. The

Director will develop and implement internal and external communication

for national and international audiences. He/She will develop

communications for the broadest range of channels (print, broadcast,

internet and intranet, social networking, conferences, direct mail,

advertising, and video) based on a comprehensive understanding of the

needs and objectives of LHEG and LIU Corporate.

The Director will develop and execute public and media relations

strategies and tactics for LIU and LHEG institutions. This individual

will be responsible for understanding target markets and collaborating

with cross-functional team members to develop and implement integrated

public and media relations initiatives that establish and raise brand

awareness across traditional, web and social networking media. The

position is also responsible for internal communications for LHEG and

LIU.

This position is based in Baltimore, MD.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, write and distribute compelling, effective communications

materials for internal and external audiences

Obtain and share information on social, economic, and political trends

that might affect our institutions

Establish and implement proactive and reactive outreach to media

Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to public

information programs

Provide communications assistance/counsel upon request from various

parts of the organization

Direct activities of external agencies as directed

Manage communications budgets.

Develop and implement public relations and media relations initiatives

for product launches or activities to gain brand awareness

Draft messaging, policy positioning, and speeches for company executives

Develop and implement public relations and media relations

communications for web-based media

Develop and implement website content

Ensure audience public relations plans align with overall positioning

and messaging

Work collaboratively with other marketing departments to solicit input

on strategies and tactics

Work with other managers of the organization as a leader, manager, and

team member to provide support and assistance as required. Supervising

and directing both internal and external department personnel.

. Assist in building and sustaining a highly capable and contributing

communications function, with a culture wholly consistent with that of

LIU and LHEG.

. Solid experience (10 years) as a professional marketing/communications

professional is a prerequisite for the position.

. Broad-based businessperson with relevant experience producing a

portfolio of high-quality publications.

. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an

organization and gain consensus/approval on ideas and creative

direction.

. Outstanding writing and editing skills are a prerequisite for this

position, as is the ability to tailor communication style to project

many voices of the organization for different publications and

audiences.

. Demonstrated insight and creativity in conceiving ideas for

communication content and presenting those concepts to senior-level

executives and professionals for further development, refinement, and

approval.

. Outstanding project management skills, with a passion for delivering

quality work on a timely and cost-effective basis.

. Success at cultivating strong relationships, both internally and

externally, and creating partnerships at all levels within the

organization. The ability to bring out the best in partners and to

leverage resources effectively.

Straightforward, results-driven person with the presence, wisdom, and

confidence to assume a leadership role in an intellectually demanding

environment.

Well-organized, outstanding synthesizer of information, with the ability

to communicate complex ideas and present recommendations diplomatically

and persuasively to a variety of audiences.

A highly committed individual, with the necessary drive and stamina to

respond to the demands of the organization and work collaboratively to

achieve results.

Unquestionable personal integrity and credibility necessary to gain

trust and commitment of individuals at all levels of the organization.

A passion for the mission of the organization

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Obtain in-depth understanding of the company business plans and

strategies.

Interface effectively with Product Management, Enrollment Management,

Product Development, and Academic leadership to collaborate on key

messaging and strategies to achieve media and public relations goals.

Provide feedback and direction for future programs and campaigns.

Interface with academic partners to ensure clear understanding of

program elements such as admissions requirements, course curriculum,

program outcomes, and professional accreditations.

Execute all activities in a timely and accurate manner including status

reports, expense reports, budget development, and public and media

relations plans.

Measure, report and analyze all public relations and media relations

activity: Quantify expected results and track performance.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:

Minimum 10+ years in public and media relations required.

Outstanding writing and editing experience required.

Must have experience developing messaging for media, as well as

significant experience proactively pitching stories to media outlets

Must have track record for writing press releases, speeches, messaging

and collateral

Experience working with internet media, social networking, and viral

media outlets

Experience directing, managing and implementing internal communications

Exceptional problem solving and analytic skills.

Possess strong leadership abilities in the areas of managing and

executing communications programs and tactics.

Must have experience developing and managing a budget and understanding

financial implications of public relations and media relations programs.

Experience managing strategic projects, ability to understand big

picture.

Strong presentation and meeting facilitation skills.

Strong relationship building skills.

A good listener, collaborator, and influencer.

High level of enthusiasm, functions well in a team-driven and highly

dynamic environment.

Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills.

Knowledge of higher education markets is a plus; Previous experience in

the higher education marketplace is a plus as well.

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT

https://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=737&ji=2357765&sn=I

OR EMAIL RESUME TO andrew.cook@laureate-inc.com

HR Director/Marketing & Communications Associate, Community Agencies

Corporation of NJ, Newark, New Jersey

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=253700002

41.) Communications Lead, Jump Associates, San Mateo, CA

http://www.mediabistro.com/joblistings/jobview.asp?joid=89464

*** From Andrea Holmes:

Please include in your next e-newsletter.

42.) MANAGING SUPERVISOR, GYMR Public Relations, Washington, DC

GYMR, a public relations agency specializing in health and healthcare is

seeking to hire a managing supervisor. This position works closely with

a partner of the firm and serves as the ay-to-day manager of accounts.

Founded in 1998, GYMR is ranked among the top health are public

relations agencies in the country. Clients include respected

associations, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, foundations

and health initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have:

. At least 10 years experience working in health care public relations.

. Experience working in an agency setting managing multiple clients.

. Proven success in personally managing staff.

. In-depth knowledge of communications theory, planning and strategy.

. Excellent writing and editing skills.

. Strong presentation skills.

. Be able to travel as needed.

Qualified candidates e-mail cover letter, resume, one writing sample and

two references to careers@gymr.com (use “Job Title SRJMS0609” in the

subject line). No phone calls please. GYMR is an equal opportunity

employer.

43.) Field Communications Officer, United Nations Development

Programme, Hargeisa Somalia

Closing Date – 10 Jun 2009

http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7SG97E

44.) New Media Manager/Program Manager, Maryland State Lottery Agency,

Baltimore, Maryland

http://www.talentzoo.com/index.php?action=view_job&jobID=92389

*** From Jim Finkle:

Dear Ned,

An immediate opening exists for a public affairs specialist in the

Public Affairs Office, Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Department of

State.

The position closes on Monday, 8 June, so if you can let anyone

interested to apply now.

This is a very large Bureau with a small PA office. Very busy. Very,

very interesting work and great PA team.

Applicants need not have security clearances, but will be required to

work here.

This is a great assignment.

Thanks.

Jim

//signed//

James J. Finkle

Public Affairs Officer

Bureau of Diplomatic Security

U.S. Department of State

571-345-2504

finklejj@state.gov

45.) Public Affairs Specialist, U.S. Department of State, Arlington, VA

http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=81290847

*** From Jesenia Rodriguez:

Good Day!

Please post the attached internship.

Thank you!

Jesenia Rodriguez

Associate, Employee Benefits

American Lung Association

46.) Organizational Development Intern, Summer Semester 2009, American

Lung Association, National Headquarters, Washington, DC

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This is a great opportunity for a student preparing for a career in

non-profit work in the areas of volunteer development or e-learning.

The Field Support Intern will work as part of the Field Support Team.

Responsibilities may include:

. Developing web-based learning opportunities for nationwide staff

. Assisting with member services activities

. Providing support for e-fundraising initiatives

. Assisting with the Volunteer Management Audit (compiling and analyzing

data)

. Recruiting new volunteers for the National Headquarters

QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong writing skills, attention to detail and a keen interest in the

mission of the American Lung Association are requested. Proficiency

with Microsoft Office required. Experience with e-commerce systems and

Web-based learning systems a plus. Working with multiple divisions will

require strong communication skills.

American Lung Association, National Headquarters

1301 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 800

Washington, DC 20004

Metro: Metro Center/Federal Triangle

WORK SCHEDULE: Up to 35 hours per week

BASE PAY: $8.25 per hour

TO APPLY:

Please email a résumé and letter of interest to:

Jan Mahumed

Director, Administration & Office Services

Phone: (202) 785-3355 ext 3434

E-mail: jmahumed@lungusa.org

47.) Campaigns & Communications Officer, Africa Network Campaign on

Education For All, Dakar, Senegal (and other African cities)

Closing Date – 12 Jun 2009

http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7SHFJU

48.) Africa Communications Director, World Vision, Kenya

Closing Date – 14 Jun 2009

http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7SFLG2

*** From: Holly Barnes Higgins:

49.) Senior Associate, Communications, The Pew Charitable Trusts,

Washington, DC

http://jobs-pct.icims.com/jobs/1748/job;jsessionid=711B41151F77CB19809D4E80D1E2B71D

*** The JOTW Newsletter brings you alternative selections each week,

for those of you who feel it is time for a significant change of career

direction. These positions courtesy of Mark Sofman, who has no

direction:

50.) Recreational Fishery Field Sampler, California Department of Fish

and Game, Los Angeles County, CA

https://www4.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/psmfc/PublicJobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=10510&esid=az

Mark: At first I wondered: does the job title mean you'll be

instructing adults, or that you need to be an adult to get the job?

51.) Adult Snowboard Instructor, The Canyons Resort, Park City, UT

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA9/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=THECANYONS&cws=1&rid=472

(It requires giving oral instruction.)

*** Weekly Piracy Report:

01.06.2009: 0615 LT: Posn: 13:33.2N – 050:29.0E: Gulf of Aden.

Five armed pirates in a white coloured skiff approached a tanker

underway. Master increased speed, activated high pressure fire hoses,

mustered crew, contacted coalition naval forces and commenced evasive

manoeuvres. When skiff around ten meters away from the vessel, the

pirates opened fire with automatic weapons. The robust anti piracy

measures, resulted in the pirates aborting the attempt. Later a

coalition warship arrived at location.

01.06.2009: 0245 LT: Posn: 01:19.23N – 104:15.89E: Singapore Straits.

About eight robbers armed with long knives boarded a bulk carrier at

anchor from stern. They entered into the engine room and tied-up the

oiler. Robbers stole engine spares and escaped. The oiler managed to

escape and reported to captain. No injuries.

31.05.2009: 1000 UTC: Posn: 13:29N – 043:01E, Red Sea.

Seven armed pirates in a skiff chased and fired upon a chemical tanker

underway. Master increased speed, carried out evasive manoeuvres and

contacted coalition forces. Yemeni coast guard dispatched their military

boats and later a coalition helicopter arrived at the location. Crew

safe. Ship sustained holes from RPG and automatic gun fire.

31.05.2009: 0020 UTC: BRITISH MALLARD: Posn: 12:59.7N – 048:42.3E, Gulf

of Aden.

Armed pirates in a boat attempted to board a tanker underway. Ship

raised alarm, sounded whistle, switched lights on, activated fire hoses,

increased speed and commenced evasive manoeuvres. Pirate boat came about

2 – 3 meters off the ship's side, fired upon her and aborted the

attempt. No injuries to crew. Coalition warship informed.

29.05.2009: 1050 UTC: Posn: 12:11.9N – 046:22.0E: Gulf of Aden.

Five pirates in a blue coloured speed boat chased a chemical tanker

underway and closed to less than 1nm. Tanker contacted and manoeuvred

towards a warship. Warship intercepted the speed boat.

29.05.2009: 1045 UTC: Posn: 12:20N – 046:26E: Gulf of Aden.

Six pirates in a speed boat armed with guns chased a bulk carrier

underway. Ship made zigzag manoeuvres to prevent the pirates from

boarding and contacted coalition warship for assistance.

28.05.2009: 2330 LT: Posn: 16:30.88N – 096:15.53E, Yangon anchorage,

Myanmar.

Two robbers boarded a container ship at anchor. Duty crew spotted the

robbers and raised the alarm. The robbers jumped overboard escaped in a

small wooden boat with two other accomplices. Nothing stolen.

29.05.2009: 0340 LT: Boma roads, Democratic Republic of Congo.

Two robbers armed with machetes boarded an anchored general cargo ship

and threatened the duty A/B. Alarm raised and crew mustered. The robbers

escaped upon hearing the alarm.

28.05.2009: 0200 LT: Posn: 02:24N – 104:24E, Off Aur island, Malaysia.

Five pirates armed with guns and knives boarded a tug underway. They

stole crew cash and personal belongings and escaped.

28.05.2009: 0729 UTC: Posn: 13:01.37N – 048:48.63E, Gulf of Aden.

Pirates in a skiff approached an OBO carrier on the port quarter. Master

immediately contacted the coalition warship and a helicopter was

dispatched. The helicopter fired shots on to the skiff and the attempted

boarding was thwarted successfully.

26.05.2009: 0130 UTC: Posn: 13:05N-048:58E: Gulf of Aden.

Two skiffs with four pirates in each armed with automatic weapons and

RPG chased a bulk carrier underway and opened fire. Ship contacted IMB

Piracy Reporting Centre for assistance. The report was promptly passed

on to coalition forces to render assistance to ship. Meanwhile ship used

fires hoses and rocket flares and manoeuvred to thwart the attack /

delay boarding. A coalition warship in the area prevented the pirate

attack. Crew and ship are safe and continued her passage.

23.05.2009: 2045 LT: Posn: 12:01.86S – 077:11.36W: Callao anchorage,

Peru.

Two boats with customs and health authorities drifting on port and stbd

side of a container ship respectively. Duty crew reported sighting of

robbers at forecastle. Alarm raised and crew mustered. A search was

conducted and found ship's properties stolen. One deck watchman was tied

up.

25.05.2009: 0028 LT: Posn: 13:11.0N-049:19.9E: Gulf of Aden.

Four pirates armed with automatic weapons chased a bulk carrier

underway. Pirates opened fire on the ship. Ship made evasive manoeuvres

and contacted the coalition warships for assistance. Later, pirates

aborted the attempt.

21.05.2009: 2100-2300 LT: Puerto Moin outer roads, Costa Rica.

Two robbers boarded a container ship at anchor. They broke padlock of

paint locker and stole ship's stores and escaped. Local authorities

informed.

23.05.2009: 0400 LT: Posn: 06:00.7S – 106:53.9E, Jakarta anchorage,

Indonesia.

Two robbers using hook and rope from a small boat attempted to board a

product tanker at anchor. While climbing to the ship's rail the robbers

saw alert ship's watch men. Robbers jumped back into the waiting boat

and moved away. No crew injured and nothing stolen.

23.05.2009: 2054 LT: Chittagong anchorage, Bangladesh.

After dropping anchor, ship's crew spotted eight armed robbers on the

poop deck. Alarm raised and crew mustered. Robbers stole ship's stores

and escaped. Port control and coast guard notified.

22.02.2009: 0600 UTC: Posn: 13:13.8N – 049:10.3E, Gulf of Aden.

Nine pirates in a light blue coloured speed boat armed with automatic

weapons and RPGs chased and fired upon a bulk carrier underway. Master

contacted coalition warships and a helicopter came to the scene. Upon

seeing the helicopter, the pirates aborted the attempt. The ship resumed

her voyage with the warship in attendance.

*** Musical artist of the week: Javier Solis

Ball cap of the week: LCS ASW Mission Det ONE

T-Shirt of the Week: Polo Shirt of the Week: NSF Diego Garcia – British

Indian Ocean Territory

*** Coffee Mug of the week: Marines Memorial Association Hotel – San

Francisco

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