National Communication Job Postings
Week of 04/23/12
Courtesy of Ned Lundquist’s “Job of the Week” weekly posts. For more information on Ned and his job postings, visit http://www.nedsjotw.com/category/main-page/.
1.) Public Relations Manager, Gemological Institute of America (GIA), Carlsbad, CA
2.) Digital Marketing Manager – Ingersoll Rand, Davidson, N.C.
3.) Public Education and Outreach Intern, United Cerebral Palsy (UCP), Washington, D.C.
4.) Information Specialist, Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (USAID/OFDA), Macfadden and Associates, Washington, DC
5.) Director of Communications, International Women’s Health Coalition, New York, New York
6.) Senior Writer, Benefits and HR Communication, The Capital Group Companies, Los Angeles, CA (Downtown)
7.) Director of Communications and Programming, Center for Effective Philanthropy, Cambridge, Massachusetts
8.) Communication and Marketing Associate, American Physical Therapy Association, Alexandria, VA
9.) Communications and Publications Manager, Food Bank For New York City, New York, New York
10.) Development Associate, Communications , Bread for the City, Washington, DC
11.) Generations Federal Credit Union, Vice President of Marketing, San Antonio, TX
12.) Outreach and Events Manager, Vermont Arts Council, Montpelier, Vermont
13.) Communications Manager, Center for International Development, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
14.) Associate Manager-Communications, Kohler Company, Kohler, WI
15.) Social Media Specialist, The Joint Commission, Oakbrook Terrace, IL
16.) Communications Manager, School of Freshwater Sciences, UW-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI
17.) Senior Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Advisor (Military and National Security Focused), Barbaricum, Washington D.C.
18.) Executive Director Marketing and Communications, Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA
19.) Director of Communication, AgriBank, FCB, St. Paul, MN
20.) Competitive Communications Sr. Consultant, Dell, Round Rock, TX
21.) Public Relations Assistant, Maricopa Community Colleges, Tempe, AZ
22.) Policy, Development and Communication Director, Juvenile Justice Initiative, Evanston, Illinois
23.) Communications & Investor Education Manager, The North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), Washington, DC
24.) Marketing and Communications Manager, Business Volunteers Unlimited Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland
25.) Strategic Communications Professional (Director), The Glover Park Group, Washington D.C.
26.) Senior Writer/Copywriter – Communications, TREND enterprises, Inc., New Brighton, MN
27.) Director of Public Relations & Constituent Development, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, Cheyney, PA
28.) Corporate Communications Manager, OSRAM SYLVANIA Inc. (OSI), Danvers, MA
29.) Front Office Receptionist (Full Time), JPA, Washington, DC
30.) Assistant Dean, Public Affairs & Communications, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Baltimore, MD
31.) Assistant Director of Communications and Public Relations, Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding, New York, New York
32.) Vice President, Ketchum PR, New York, NY
33.) Health Policy Research Associate, AcademyHealth, Washington, DC
34.) Product & Corporate Communications Manager, Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc., Deerfield, IL
35.) Public Affairs Specialist, Forest Service, Department Of Agriculture, Sandy, Oregon
36.) Marketing and Communications Manager, Habitat for Humanity, New York, New York
37.) Undergraduate Intern Graphics Corporate Communications 6 Months, The Walt Disney Company, Burbank, CA
38.) Director of Communications, UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
39.) Corp Comm Specialist Senior, Genzyme, Cambridge, Massachusetts
40.) Director Public Affairs, Genzyme, Cambridge, Massachusetts
41.) Communications Director, the american law institute, Philadelphia, PA
42.) Director, North America Operations Communications, Iron Mountain, Greater Philadelphia Area
43.) Sr. Marketing Global Business Communications Manager, Dow Coating Materials, Dow Chemical, Philadelphia, PA
44.) Communications Manager, Destination Maternity Corporation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
45.) Emerging Markets Communications Manager (Mandarin Speaking), Eli Lilly, Wayne, Pennsylvania
46.) Senior Manager – Public Relations, Communications, Ricoh, Malvern, PA
47.) Corporate Communications Manager, CVS Caremark, Woonsocket, RI
48.) Senior Manager, Corporate & Executive Communications, Vmware, Palo Alto, CA
49.) E-Commerce Marketing Associate, Devex, Barcelona, Spain
50.) Copy Writer, Magnetic Creative, Temecula, California
51.) Science writer / Strategic communications specialist, Strategic Operational Solutions (STOPSO), Arlington, VA
52.) Senior Account Executive, Public Relations, Evans, Hardy+Young, Inc., Santa Barbara, CA
53.) Director of Corporate Communications, Southern Air Cargo Airline, Norwalk, CT
54.) Pachyderm keeper, Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc., Tulsa, Oklahoma
FULL DESCRIPTION AND CONTACT
1.) Public Relations Manager, Gemological Institute of America (GIA),
Carlsbad, CA (North San Diego County)
Job Summary:
GIA, world’s foremost authority on gems and jewelry, is seeking a
quick-minded, detail-oriented, precise-writing Public Relations Manager
with 5 – 7 years of agency and/or corporate B2B, B2C media relations
and communications experience to step in and be effective on day one.
The ideal candidate will be curious, enthusiastic, flexible, and have a
global view; able to flawlessly execute the tactics within the strategy;
be a clear, concise communicator – face-to-face, in writing and in 140
characters or less. Working with the Director of Public Relations, they
will be able to relate across the organization at all levels, and with
stakeholders across the country and around the world. They will possess
integrity, dependability, dedication and a high level of
professionalism.
Click on the link for a complete job description and information on how
to apply:
descriptions/index.html?inpage=job-description-public-relations-manager.
We encourage you to visit www.gia.edu to learn more
*** From Allison Zora:
2.) Digital Marketing Manager – Ingersoll Rand, Davidson, N.C.
http://careers.ingersollrand.com/jobs/digital-marketing-manager-ingersollrandproducts-com-davidson-north-carolina-job-2877292
3.) Public Education and Outreach Intern, United Cerebral Palsy (UCP),
Washington, D.C.
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP), a leading service provider and advocate for
people with a spectrum of disabilities, is looking for an energetic and
ambitious intern to assist with UCP’s public education initiatives, and
information and referral (I&R) related tasks, on the External Affairs
team in the national office in Washington, D.C.
Tasks will include, but are not limited to:
•Research and help develop content for public education and outreach
campaigns
•Respond to requests from individuals looking for disability related
information and services and enter into database.
•Create and update web content.
•Update and maintain state resource guides.
•Help with administrative tasks and other misc. duties, as needed.
Among the many advantages of working here include the metro-accessible
location at Farragut North and Farragut West in the heart of Washington
D.C.; friendly, hard-working staff; flexibility – we want you to enjoy
your internship so the program is tailored to your strengths and
interests.
Candidates should have experience in an office setting, be flexible,
organized, detail-oriented, a team player with willingness to pitch in
where help may needed, and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with information dissemination/health communications and/or
disability issues are ideal.
If you are interested in applying for an internship, please email your
resume; cover letter, including availability (start dates and weekly
hours/schedule); and a writing sample to adoherty@ucp.org.If your
qualifications meet our needs, we will contact you to schedule an
interview. Please note that our internships are for credit only, and
though we can provide a small stipend for transportation, we cannot
provide a stipend for lodging or living expenses.
http://www.ucp.org/about/jobs/public-education-intern
*** From Bridget Serchak, who got it from Alison Lapp:
4.) Information Specialist, Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance
(USAID/OFDA), Macfadden and Associates, Washington, DC
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Macfadden and Associates seeks an Information Specialist to provide
information support to USAID’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster
Assistance (USAID/OFDA). USAID/OFDA provides humanitarian assistance
for the U.S. Government (USG) in response to natural disasters and
complex humanitarian emergencies. As part of a regional team based in
Washington, D.C., the Information Specialist will draft and edit public
and internal information products, monitor humanitarian events in the
assigned region, and serve on disaster response teams, both in
Washington and overseas. Willingness to serve on extended international
deployments (up to eight or more weeks at a time) to disaster zones,
including conflict-affected areas, is required.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:
• Successful candidates have excellent writing, editing, and
communication skills.
• Successful candidates also have experience with international
organizations and/or the USG, and demonstrated knowledge of
international humanitarian relief and assistance.
• Candidates should be able to meet deadlines, multi-task, have
excellent attention to detail, and work well with others in a fast-paced
environment.
• A Master’s degree in international relations or a related field,
overseas work experience, and foreign language ability are preferred.
• Successful candidates typically have between one and five years
professional experience, including internships.
• Individuals who anticipate receiving a Master’s degree in the coming
months are encouraged to apply.
Clearance Required: All candidates must have U.S. citizenship and the
ability to obtain a Secret-level security clearance.
Cover Letter and Resume are required for consideration.
If you feel you are a great match for this position, please submit a
cover letter and resume to macfjobs@macf.com. If you have any specific
or additional questions, please feel free to email us at
macfjobs@macf.com.
5.) Director of Communications, International Women’s Health Coalition,
New York, New York
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=376800016
*** From Nick Durutta, ABC:
Hi Ned
Hope you’re doing well! We have a great job opening at Capital Group for
a benefits communications manager. Here’s the description, and I’ve
attached the web link as well.
Thanks
Nick
6.) Senior Writer, Benefits and HR Communication, The Capital Group
Companies, Los Angeles, CA (Downtown)
Position Overview Skills & Experience
The senior writer for Benefits and Human Resources will be a key
contributor to our 15-person Corporate Communications team, responsible
for promoting associate engagement and supporting the Capital Group’s
business objectives.
This person will serve as the primary liaison and business partner
between Corporate Communications and the U.S. Benefits team, developing
and implementing communications strategies related to our healthcare,
retirement planning and wellness benefits among others. They may also be
called upon to help communicate complex topics related to compensation
and workplace guidelines to associates around the world.
As a writer responsible for Benefits and Human Resources content, this
person is critical to ensure that associates, job candidates and
retirees understand important aspects of Capital’s employment value
proposition. This is a chance to apply skills and knowledge in an
environment where clear communication and fresh ideas are valued.
Responsibilities:
- Works independently on standardized, recurring and new writing
assignments by conducting necessary research and ensuring content aligns
with the business goals and communicates the desired message.
- Collaborates with graphic designers and web designers to develop
creative and effective multi-media content.
- Works closely with the Benefits team to formulate a comprehensive
communication plan that identifies key goals, objectives, strategies,
messages and tactics supportive of company goals and associate needs.
- Develops and implements communications programs to drive participation
in the Wellness at Capital program and to encourage healthy behaviors
that ultimately contribute to long-term benefits cost control and
associate well being.
- Undertakes communications efforts to ensure U.S. associates are aware
of deadlines and requirements related to the annual Open Enrollment
period for healthcare coverage.
- Provides ongoing information about retirement planning, investing and
retiree medical benefits to eligible associates and retirees.
- Develops ongoing benefits related content for our weekly, online
newsletter, Inside Capital. Occasionally contributes articles about
other subjects as well.
- Writes materials for the HR related sections of the corporate intranet
site and external website.
- Works with the legal department to ensure that all appropriate legal
disclosures are clearly communicated.
- Manages projects to ensure goals are met within defined timelines and
budgets.
- Is an active member of our collaborative department, sharing ideas and
best practices, and providing support to one another on a range of
projects.
- Keeps abreast of new technologies and tools to support effective
communication and actively suggest new ideas to enhance departmental
efforts.
Skills/qualifications:
- Demonstrates superior written and oral communication skills with a
diverse group of associates and senior business leaders.
- Minimum of five years experience writing in a corporate communications
or agency capacity with at least three years experience in writing
related to employment benefits or other Human Resources topics.
- Ability to serve in a consultative role, helping business leaders
define goals, objectives, strategies and tactics for each communication
challenge.
- Creative thinker, able to take complex ideas and issues and translate
them for a broad audience.
- Demonstrates ability to prioritize assigned work and complete in a
timely manner.
- Demonstrates sound judgment in resolving matters of moderate
complexity.
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, Public Relations or
Human Resources preferred.
Qualified candidates will be asked to submit writing samples as part of
the interview process.
Inquiries and resumes can be sent to Nick Durutta @ ngd@capgroup.com.
https://sjobs.brassring.com/EN/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?clientId=13910&partnerid=13910&siteid=5023&AReq=14479BR
7.) Director of Communications and Programming, Center for Effective
Philanthropy, Cambridge, Massachusetts
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=376500008
*** From Erin Wendel:
Hi Ned –
Please post this listing in your next issue. Thank you in advance for
this awesome service!
8.) Communication and Marketing Associate, American Physical Therapy
Association, Alexandria, VA
Please send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to
jobs@apta.org.
http://www.apta.org/APTAJobs/CommunicationsMarketingAssociate/
9.) Communications and Publications Manager, Food Bank For New York
City, New York, New York
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=246700003
*** From Kristin Valentine:
10.) Development Associate, Communications , Bread for the City,
Washington, DC
Bread for the City seeks a full-time Development Associate,
Communications to work at our Northwest Center.
Overview
Bread for the City seeks a full-time Development Associate to coordinate
our communication activities, including but not limited to, direct mail,
newsletters, annual report, marketing materials, and traditional and
social media. The ideal candidate has proven experience raising funds
through communications. He or she will be able to work in a fast paced —
yet casual — environment, will be flexible, and will excel at managing
up. The Development Associate will be based at our Northwest Center and
report to the Director of Development.
About Bread for the City
Bread for the City is a human services nonprofit. We have two facilities
in Northwest and Southeast DC through which we provide food, clothing,
medical care, legal and social services to about 32,000 DC residents
each year. This is a period of great growth at Bread for the City. We’ve
recently expanded our Northwest Center, opened a dental clinic, started
new projects in our legal clinic, grew our food program, and have plans
to expand our Southeast Center in the near future.
Job Responsibilities
The Development Associate, Communications is responsible for the
following:
• Raising nearly $2 million through fundraising initiatives
• Coordinating all aspects of BFC’s direct mail program and email
campaigns
• Coordinating all aspects of BFC’s blog platform
• Coordinating all aspects of BFC’s social media
• Managing www.breadforthecity.org
• Overseeing all marketing materials: annual report, brochure,
newsletter, swag, etc.
• Working with traditional and nontraditional media to ensure consistent
attention on Bread for the City’s programs, projects, advocacy
objectives, and leadership
• Playing an active role in special events
• And other duties as assigned by the Director of Development or
Associate Director of Development
Qualifications
Bread for the City seeks candidates who are results-oriented and have
strong project management skills. The Development Associate,
Communications will have:
• At least 3 years of proven fundraising experience
• Proven experience working with WordPress
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Ability to think strategically, meet deadlines, and to work within a
team
• Experience with Constant Contact, a plus
• Experience with Blackbaud NetCommunity and Raiser’s Edge, a plus
• A demonstrated commitment to social justice
How to apply
Please send a cover letter, resume, and original writing sample to
hr@breadforthecity.org with Development Associate in the subject line.
No phone calls, please.
Bread for the City is an equal opportunity employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy,
national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation,
family responsibility, physical or mental disability, medical condition,
status as a veteran, or any other category protected by applicable
federal, state, or local law, except where a bona fide occupational
qualification applies.
http://www.breadforthecity.org/now-hiring-development-associate-communications/
11.) Generations Federal Credit Union, Vice President of Marketing, San
Antonio, TX
http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/c/job.cfm?job=9476437&site_id=1691
12.) Outreach and Events Manager, Vermont Arts Council, Montpelier,
Vermont
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=315700026
13.) Communications Manager, Center for International Development,
Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=872563
*** From Jeff Carrigan:
14.) Associate Manager-Communications, Kohler Company, Kohler, WI
http://ow.ly/aoj67
15.) Social Media Specialist, The Joint Commission, Oakbrook Terrace,
IL
http://ow.ly/ajS5A
16.) Communications Manager, School of Freshwater Sciences,
UW-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI
http://ow.ly/ajJc0
17.) Senior Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Advisor
(Military and National Security Focused), Barbaricum, Washington D.C.
Metro Area
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2823942
18.) Executive Director Marketing and Communications, Dickinson
College, Carlisle, PA
http://www.higheredjobs.com/admin/details.cfm?JobCode=175620907
19.) Director of Communication, AgriBank, FCB, St. Paul, MN
http://www.jobsinminneapolis.com/jobs.asp?pagemode=15&jid=2674058
20.) Competitive Communications Sr. Consultant, Dell, Round Rock, TX
http://jobs.dell.com/round-rock/marketing-communications/jobid2339411-competitive-communications-sr.-consultant-jobs
21.) Public Relations Assistant, Maricopa Community Colleges, Tempe, AZ
http://www.higheredjobs.com/admin/details.cfm?JobCode=175620385
22.) Policy, Development and Communication Director, Juvenile Justice
Initiative, Evanston, Illinois
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=376900028
*** From Bob Webster:
Hi Ned: I’d like to share this job posting with you. The North American
Securities Administrators Association in Washington, DC is looking for a
Communications & Investor Education Manager. The full job description is
below and also available at this link:
http://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Communications-Investor-Education-Manager.doc.
Thanks,
Bob
Bob Webster
Director of Communications
North American Securities Administrators Association
Washington, D.C.
23.) Communications & Investor Education Manager, The North American
Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), Washington, DC
The North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), an
international membership organization devoted to investor protection,
seeks an enthusiastic professional to join its Washington, DC office as
Communications & Investor Education Manager.
The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating and maintaining
effective investor education and outreach initiatives, strong writing,
editing, design and Internet skills. Key duties include ensuring a high
level of visibility for organization and member investor education
initiatives; fostering working relationships with industry, government
and non-profit organizations; informing members on investor education
issues and events; developing investor education and communications
materials and resources; and generating investor education-related
speaking opportunities for members. Position reports to and supports the
Director of Communications. This position offers a competitive
compensation package, including full medical, dental, and vision
benefits; disability insurance; life insurance; and retirement fund
options.
Requirements:
Working knowledge of investment products and securities regulation and
experience with financial literacy advocacy organizations. The
successful candidate also will be a highly motivated team player, with
strong organizational abilities, excellent written, verbal, design and
Internet skills; Bachelor’s degree; and minimum 3-4 years of related
professional work experience.
Please send cover letter, resume, three writing samples and salary
requirements to dcnpjobs2012@gmail.com.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare the daily news report and weekly update for members;
maintain media contact lists; prepare editorial content for the website
and assist with site maintenance.
• Assist the Director of Communications in the preparation and
promotion of investor alerts, news releases, quarterly newsletter and
annual report.
• Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with
industry, government and non-profit organizations related to investor
education.
• Generate opportunities for members to speak to other
consumer and trade groups and building relationships to help organize
guest speakers for conferences and events.
• Coordinating and plan joint investor outreach projects with
other financial regulators and industry organizations.
• Attend organization’s investor education meetings upon
request. Keep records of proceedings and make reports to staff and
membership.
• Monitor the activities of organization’s investor education
project groups and ensuring they have the information and tools
necessary to complete their tasks.
• Work with the investor education section to help define
goals and measuring success.
• Coordinate with investor education section chair to
establish a long-term strategic advocacy plan for raising awareness
among policymakers of the organization’s investor education priorities.
• Respond to member and public inquiries about organization’s
investor education activities.
http://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Communications-Investor-Education-Manager.doc.
24.) Marketing and Communications Manager, Business Volunteers
Unlimited Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=365100006
25.) Strategic Communications Professional (Director), The Glover Park
Group, Washington D.C.
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2754630
26.) Senior Writer/Copywriter – Communications, TREND enterprises,
Inc., New Brighton, MN
http://www.jobsinminneapolis.com/jobs.asp?pagemode=15&jid=2663049
27.) Director of Public Relations & Constituent Development, Cheyney
University of Pennsylvania, Cheyney, PA
http://www.higheredjobs.com/admin/details.cfm?JobCode=175620606
28.) Corporate Communications Manager, OSRAM SYLVANIA Inc. (OSI),
Danvers, MA
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?Job_DID=J3I0NW77P2FKX6J8989
*** From Judy Carson:
Please find at the end of this email a job opening with JPA for your
next JOTW. Please let us know if you have any questions and thank you
in advance for helping us get the word out.
Regards,
Judy
Judy Carson – Operations Manager
JPA | Reaching healthcare influencers, producing measurable results
Washington • Boston • Paris
29.) Front Office Receptionist (Full Time), JPA, Washington, DC
Join JPA, the fastest growing public relations firm specializing in
health communications for non-profits, pharmaceutical and government
clients. We seek a Front Office Receptionist who will be a dependable
team player with initiative, a strong work ethic, passion for client
satisfaction, good judgment, and a positive attitude to help create a
productive and enjoyable work environment.
More information and a complete job description is available at
http://www.jpa.com/about/careers. Qualified candidates can apply online
or submit a resume and cover letter via fax to 202-591-4020.
30.) Assistant Dean, Public Affairs & Communications, University of
Maryland, Baltimore, Baltimore, MD
http://www.higheredjobs.com/admin/details.cfm?JobCode=175620570
31.) Assistant Director of Communications and Public Relations,
Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding, New York, New York
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=377000021
32.) Vice President, Ketchum PR, New York, NY
http://jobs.prweekjobs.com/c/job.cfm?job=10025641
*** From Teasha Powell:
To Whom It May Concern:
AcademyHealth, the professional home for health services researchers and
policy analysts, is currently seeking a health policy research
associate, with a communications/journalism background. I ask that you
please include the following information on your web site.
33.) Health Policy Research Associate, AcademyHealth, Washington, DC
AcademyHealth, the professional home for health services researchers,
policy analysts and practitioners, is currently seeking an Associate to
provide administrative and substantive support on a program addressing
issues related to health care financing and organization and a new
initiative focused on translation and dissemination of health services
research on policy and practice. The Changes in Health Care Financing
and Organization (HCFO) initiative, a Robert Wood Johnson
Foundation-sponsored program, funds research that examines major changes
in health care financing and organization and their effects on cost,
access and quality. It also bridges the gap between research and policy
by translating findings and disseminating them to appropriate
stakeholders. The Associate would support HCFO’s grantmaking, convening
and dissemination activities.
The new institute, focused on translation and dissemination, will
undertake activities that inform health services researchers about the
research priorities of health policymakers and delivery system leaders,
engage new and underutilized media to provide decision-makers with sound
research-based evidence when they need it, and support activities that
advance the science and art of translation and dissemination for policy
and practice. The Associate would support all areas of institute’s work.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, a self-starter, great writer
and eager to take on new challenges. Early career professionals with two
to four years of substantive work experience in health policy or health
care financing, ideally with some experience in communications,
journalism or marketing. Candidates must have an understanding of, and
experience using, new and emerging technologies for communicating
research findings to decision-makers.
Responsibilities:
• Review and administer grants, including evaluating brief and full
proposals, summarizing external technical reviews, reviewing budgets,
and ongoing monitoring of existing grants;
• Conduct agenda development, presenter coordination, and materials
preparation for small and large meetings and briefings on policy
relevant health care financing and related topics;
• Develop and apply substantive knowledge of health care financing and
organization research and related health policy issues;
• Write issue briefs, research summaries, meeting reports, newsletter
articles, and memos;
• Communicate with a variety of HCFO and AcademyHealth constituents;
• Support the efforts of the planning committee for AcademyHealth’s
translation and dissemination institute and assist in implementing their
recommendations;
• Provide staff and analytic support to the translation and
dissemination institute’s process of identifying the research priorities
of health policymakers and delivery system leaders;
• Assist in the development of web conferences, in-person meetings, and
learning networks;
• Research and identify new and emerging trends in online/electronic
media and develop strategies in support of program initiatives;
• Assist in the management of electronic dissemination vehicles
including updating the HCFO program’s and translation and dissemination
institute’s websites and social media, monitoring social media analytic,
and creating reports on successful media efforts;
• Assist AcademyHealth Communications team to align messaging and a
presence across various traditional and social media platforms to build
engagement with the HCFO and new institute’s online and social
communities;
• Work closely with AcademyHealth Communications staff to review and
stay abreast of current events and trends identified through traditional
and social media outlets; pages, sites, blogs, etc.;
• Assist with the writing, editing and production of marketing and
program materials, including web and social media content development
and contributions to e-newsletters, blogs and other communications.
Desired Qualifications:
• Masters degree in health policy, public policy, public health or
related field from accredited college or university.
• Preference will be given to candidates with professional experience in
health policy issues; strong communications or journalism emphasis also
desirable.
• Demonstrated experience communicating technical information to
decision-makers preferred.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Understanding of, and experience using, new and emerging
communications media and technologies.
• Demonstrated experience managing social media properties (e.g.,
Facebook, Twitter, etc.) including daily monitoring, posting, and
content development.
• Creative, strategic thinker; able to recognize/take advantage of
opportunities.
• Mature, adaptable, resourceful individual able to work independently
and with a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including a demonstrated
ability to efficiently plan, organize, and manage complex, multiple
projects simultaneously with limited supervision or direction.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint).
The salary range is $45,000 to $50,000.
Applications:
Qualified applicants should send cover letter, resume, writing sample
and three references (with phone numbers) to Human Resource Director,
AcademyHealth, 1150 17th Street NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20036.
Fax: 202-292-6800. Email: jobs@academyhealth.org. Please be sure to
reference the position for which you are applying.
www.academyhealth.org
34.) Product & Corporate Communications Manager, Takeda Pharmaceuticals
North America, Inc., Deerfield, IL
http://takedajobs.com/illinois/corporate-communications/jobid2334241
35.) Public Affairs Specialist, Forest Service, Department Of
Agriculture, Sandy, Oregon
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/314571900
36.) Marketing and Communications Manager, Habitat for Humanity, New
York, New York
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=376800003
37.) Undergraduate Intern Graphics Corporate Communications 6 Months,
The Walt Disney Company, Burbank, CA
http://jobs.disney.corp.go.com/los-angeles/corporate-communications/jobid2112955-undergraduate-intern-graphics-corporate-communications-6-months-jobs
38.) Director of Communications, UNC Gillings School of Global Public
Health, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
http://jobs.prweekjobs.com/jobseeker/job/9913588/
39.) Corp Comm Specialist Senior, Genzyme, Cambridge, Massachusetts
http://jobsatgenzyme.com/boston/corporate-communications/corp-comm-specialist-senior-29624-jobs
40.) Director Public Affairs, Genzyme, Cambridge, Massachusetts
http://jobsatgenzyme.com/boston/corporate-communications/director-public-affairs-28567-jobs
*** From Bill Seiberlich:
41.) Communications Director, the american law institute, Philadelphia,
PA
http://careers.lawjobs.com/jobs/detail/47450216
42.) Director, North America Operations Communications, Iron Mountain,
Greater Philadelphia Area
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2821045
43.) Sr. Marketing Global Business Communications Manager, Dow Coating
Materials, Dow Chemical, Philadelphia, PA
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2831471
44.) Communications Manager, Destination Maternity Corporation,
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
http://www.jobtarget.com/link.cfm?c=ukz99yrtyN8t
45.) Emerging Markets Communications Manager (Mandarin Speaking), Eli
Lilly, Wayne, Pennsylvania
http://www.jobtarget.com/link.cfm?c=1ju2V9HoDKzS
46.) Senior Manager – Public Relations, Communications, Ricoh, Malvern,
PA
https://prod.fadvhms.com/ricoh/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*D2D24F199EFBA4B1
47.) Corporate Communications Manager, CVS Caremark, Woonsocket, RI
http://jobs.cvscaremark.com/rhode-island/corporate/jobid2354485-corporate-communications-manager-jobs
48.) Senior Manager, Corporate & Executive Communications, Vmware, Palo
Alto, CA
http://jobs.vmware.com/job/Palo-Alto-Senior-Manager%2C-Corporate-&-Executive-Communications-Job-CA-94301/1844011/
49.) E-Commerce Marketing Associate, Devex, Barcelona, Spain
http://www.devex.com/en/jobs/e-commerce-marketing-associate-18713
50.) Copy Writer, Magnetic Creative, Temecula, California
http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Copy-Writer/117953.html
*** From Tammy White:
Ned,
ONR is looking to fill a position in its public affairs office. We’ve
included a posting below. Thanks!
Tammy
51.) Science writer / Strategic communications specialist, Strategic
Operational Solutions (STOPSO), Arlington, VA
Growing defense contractor seeks skilled, motivated and versatile writer
with 5-8 years of editorial experience to provide full-time, onsite
communications support for an existing client in Arlington, Va.
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in English, journalism,
communications or related studies from an accredited college or
university (or 10+ years of experience in lieu of a degree). The desired
candidate will possess excellent verbal and written communications
skills; will demonstrate a polished portfolio of published writing
samples (e.g., news stories, feature articles, media releases, opinion
pieces and newsletter content) no more than two years old; will have a
strong working knowledge of AP style, grammar and spelling. Familiarity
with social media tools (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, YouTube) and
experience publishing in content management systems is a plus.
An adept communicator, the ideal applicant is a science (not technical)
writer who possesses the ability to translate cutting-edge technical
topics (i.e., vehicle technology, robotics, medicine, power and energy)
into laypersons terms for a variety of media outlets, internal and
external audiences. This candidate must demonstrate the ability to
multitask as well as competency in research, fact-checking and
organization to deliver accurate, engaging and quality content on
schedule. Client site is a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
All candidates must be able to obtain a minimum of a secret interim
clearance and the ability to obtain a favorable final secret clearance
is required. Some travel may be required in support the client’s offsite
activities. Please submit resumes, writing samples and references to
Chrissy Thomas at chrissy.thomas@stopso.com or fax to (703) 942-8597.
52.) Senior Account Executive, Public Relations, Evans, Hardy+Young,
Inc., Santa Barbara, CA
http://jobs.prweekjobs.com/c/job.cfm?job=9313743
53.) Director of Corporate Communications, Southern Air Cargo Airline,
Norwalk, CT
Join the Industry Pioneer
Launch an exciting career at Southern Air, the premier global air cargo
service provider! We operate a fleet of B747-200F’s and are the only
ACMI operator of B777F’s, and will be adding 747-400’s over the next
year. We provide a wide range of air cargo services for the World’s Flag
Carriers, Charter Brokers, Shippers and Governments.
Great talent is the key to our success, and we strive to create an
environment where employees are enabled to contribute to their full
potential by leveraging their unique experiences, perspective, and
viewpoints. We take pride in delivering exceptional service to our
customers, and providing our employees the experience of a lifetime…
being part of a multi-cultural, global community which is shaping the
future of our organization and touches the lives of people all over the
world.
General Description
Overall responsibility for leading and managing all internal and
external Corporate Affairs activities for Southern Air. The Director of
Corporate Communication will help Southern Air build its message
combining its vision, mission and values, and support the company by
communicating its message, activities and practices to all of its
stakeholders (employees, investors, agencies, media, government,
industry body, and general public). Accountabilities include the
development of consistent messaging & programs across multiple
geographical locations, and creating and executing internal and external
communications plans in accordance to the overall employee and public
relations strategies and programs.
Responsibilities
•§ Develop a comprehensive corporate communication and public relations
program to position SAI as a leader in its industry, and manage its day
to day operation.
•§ Design and deploy a corporate communications strategy, planning,
budgeting and program implementation to support corporate initiatives,
individual business units, corporate events, and all internal and
external communications.
Customers, Industry, Partners
•§ Promote and convey the Company’s corporate position convincingly and
consistently across all the countries to all relevant external audiences
such as customers, partners, industry bodies, governments, etc.
•§ Build effective relationships with all relevant external audiences
such as customers, partners, industry bodies, governments, etc.
•§ Represent the company on industry association bodies and with
regulatory institutions as corporate spokesperson, as needed.
Media Relations/Liaison
•§ Obtain maximum exposure of appropriate key messages.
•§ Build effective working relationships with media bodies to ensure
Southern Air is well positioned and maintains a high profile.
•§ Facilitate media inquiries and requests by drafting messages that
meet the objectives of the communication goals.
•§ Coordinate with CEO to draft response and obtain necessary approvals
from respective parties before sending responses to media.
•§ Manage press release program and media relations; Identify
opportunities for media exposure, and work directly with external PR
firm to gain media placements through pitching, feature writing, and
presentation of company executives as subject matter experts.
Crisis & Issues Management
•§ Effectively manage and contain issues or occurrences that are
potentially damaging or defamatory to the Company’s corporate image.
•§ Develop a Crisis Management Communication Plan across all phases of
crisis management (Mitigation and Prevention, Preparedness, Response,
and Recovery). Plan should include communication methods and messages
aimed at addressing employees, media, federal agencies (FAA, NTSB, OSHA,
DOL, etc), and the general public.
Message Management
•§ Act as Corporate Affairs counsel to the Chief Executive Officer.
•§ Work closely with the Chief Executive Officer in ensuring his
business strategy and profile is appropriately supported through
corporate presentations, media briefings/events, etc.
Functional Organizations
•§ Act as Corporate Affairs counsel to other departments on all
communications issues within their functions.
•§ Work with regional Managers, promoting their initiatives across the
region and ensuring the appropriate support is given in-country.
•§ Support HR on all employee relations and labor issues, ensuring
appropriate and effective communication to stakeholders in order to
protect the Company’s interests.
•§ Support the positioning of Southern Air as an employer of choice
through the promotion and communication of progressive HR practices and
initiatives.
Southern Air Employees & Internal Stakeholders
•§ Align the approach to internal communications with the overall
company strategy.
•§ Facilitate the deployment of a clear, regular communication to the
network on business goals and strategy, and change management
initiatives.
Localization of Global Corporate Communications
•§ Adapt global corporate positions to the regional and local
environments through an understanding of the diverse local markets and
conditions.
Communication Tools
•§ Develop a range of communication tools across a spectrum of media to
facilitate the accessibility and ease of dissemination
PR Agency Management
•§ Manage PR agency work in support of Corporate Affairs needs.
Planning & Budgeting
•§ Plan and manage regional Corporate Affairs budget.
Desired Skills & Experience
•§ Degree, ideally in Media, Journalism, or Communications.
•§ 7-10 years experience in Corporate Affairs, including exposure to
various disciplines of the function (internal and external
communications, issues and crisis management, media and communications
training as well as media and government relations).
•§ Highest caliber of spoken and written English communication.
•§ Professional and abreast of all relevant developments in the field.
•§ International business experience understanding multi-cultural and
multi-racial environments.
•§ Experience of successful Corporate Affairs planning and
implementation, preferably at a time of major organizational change.
•§ Experience in creating and managing Corporate Affairs strategy.
•§ Excellent Public speaking skills/presentation skills.
•§ Skills in media training and coaching of senior executives for
media/public engagements
•§ Ability and willingness to travel.
•§ Ability to work independently while being part of a team.
•§ Extensive Crisis and Issue Management experience, demonstrating
competence in managing risk and business reputation.
•§ Possess appreciation of a multi-cultural environment.
•§ Possess the ability to communicate with people at all levels.
•§ A self-starter who is able to take up projects and work under
pressure with minimum supervision.
•§ Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills and the ability to
keep projects on track.
•§ Incumbent has no direct reports and formal authority over functional
personnel. Nevertheless he/she must be able to demonstrate ability to
influence decisions/actions through provision of value-added inputs into
the organization’s business processes.
Southern Air is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions
are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion,
citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities,
military status or any other basis prohibited by law. AA/EOE, M/F/D/V
https://www6.ultirecruit.com/SOU1027/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*40EBF5C50CA223CA
*** JOTW Weekly alternative selections:
54.) Pachyderm keeper, Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc., Tulsa, Oklahoma
http://www.aza.org/Jobs/detail.aspx?id=25386
(Some people ask me why we post these alternative selections¬—such as
the one above—at the end of our weekly job listings. These positions
have been a feature of this newsletter since the beginning. Because
sometimes you need a complete change of pace. And, if you have to
shovel elephant crap in your daily job, you might as well get paid for
it.)
*** Weekly Piracy Report:
14.04.2012: 0145 UTC: Posn: 14:17.5N – 052:50.7E, Gulf of Aden.
D/O onboard a tanker underway noticed two skiffs being launched from a
mother ship. The skiffs started approaching the vessel. Onboard security
team alerted. Master raised alarm, fired two rocket flares and altered
away from the vessel. The skiffs later aborted and moved back towards
the mother vessel.
12.04.2012: 0510 LT: Posn: 06:01.2N – 001:17.3E, Around 7nm SE of Lome,
Togo.
About four robbers in a boat attempted to board an anchored bulk
carrier. Alert duty crew noticed them and raised the alarm resulting in
the robbers aborting the attempt.
29.02.2012: 1300 LT: Posn: 01:14.23N – 104:02.28E, Singapore Straits.
A tug towing a barge enroute from Singapore to Pasir Gudang, Malaysia
was approached by eight small boats. Master reported to VTIS Singapore
upon seeing the boats alongside the barge. A Singapore naval vessel
approached the barge and the boats moved away. Twenty minutes later, the
boats came alongside the barge again and moved away upon seeing a
Malaysian naval vessel approaching. After anchoring the barge was
inspected and it was found that some of the cargo was stolen.
15.04.2012: 2300 LT: Posn: 01:35N – 104:37E, Around 24nm NE of Tg.
Penyusop, Malaysia.
Seven pirates armed with guns and knives boarded a tanker underway. They
threatened the crewmembers, damaged the communication equipments and
stole ship’s cash and properties and escaped. No injuries to
crewmembers. Incident reported to Singapore and Vietnam MRCC.
13.04.2012: 1118 UTC: Posn: 11:18.8S – 041:00.2E. Around 40nm east of
Mocimboa da Praia, Mozambique (Off Somalia).
Seven pirates armed with automatic weapons in a skiff chased and fired
upon a bulk carrier underway. Master raised alarm, took evasive
manoeuvres, informed UKMTO and crew mustered. After chasing the vessel
for 20 minutes the pirates aborted the attempted attack due to the
hardening measures taken by the ship and the adverse sea conditions.
09.04.2012: 0900 UTC: Posn: 12:13.1N-061:49.9E, Around 400nm east of
Socotra, Yemen. (Off Somalia).
Duty lookout onboard a chemical tanker underway noticed a mother vessel
lowering a skiff. The skiff with six pirates armed with RPG and
automatic weapons approached the vessel at high speed. Alarm sounded and
non essential crew retreated into the citadel. Onboard armed security
teams fired warning shots at the approaching skiff at a distance of 500
meters. The skiff was observed to stop and return to the mother vessel.
Crew and vessel safe.
14.04.2012: 0652 UTC: Posn: 16:54N – 065:59E (Around 410nm WSW of
Mumbai, India), Off Somalia.
Seven pirates armed with guns in a skiff approached a chemical tanker
underway at high speed. Alarm sounded and armed security team mustered.
When the skiff was 0.5nm from the vessel the armed security team fired
warning shots and the skiff aborted the approach. A mother vessel was
sighted in the vicinity.
12.04.2012: 0025 UTC: 04:43N – 001:35E: 9nm from Lome breakwater, Lome,
Togo.
Two robbers armed with machine guns boarded an anchored tanker and
entered the engine room and accommodation.
Alert crew raised the alarm and all crew retreated into the citadel.
Attempts to contact the authorities failed but the sister ship of the
vessel in the vicinity relayed the area message to the Togo navy. A
Naval team boarded vessel for investigation. No injuries to crew.
25.03.2012: 0200 LT POSN: 01:50.1N – 104:28.0E, Pedra Branca, Malaysia
15 robbers armed with knives and guns boarded a tanker underway. They
chased the duty crew and entered the accommodation. They mustered the
crew, tied their hands, entered and stole personal effects and escaped
after 45 minutes. One crew was injured in the incident.
02.04.2012: 2015 UTC: Posn: 01:42.2N – 103:27.5E, Dumai Inner Anchorage,
Indonesia.
Three armed robbers boarded an anchored chemical tanker, threatened the
duty crew with a knife, stole his handheld radio and escaped. Incident
reported to the agent and port control.
06.04.2012: 1945 UTC: Posn: 01:42.2N – 101:27.56E, Dumai Anchorage,
Indonesia.
Five robbers in a small boat attempted to board an anchored chemical
tanker the robbers had to abort their approach after alert duty watchmen
noticed them.
07.04.2012:0330 LT: Posn: 01:11.1S-117:11.5E, Muara Jawa Anchorage,
Samarinda, Indonesia.
Robbers boarded an anchored bulk carrier, entered the forward store and
stole ship stores. The robbers were sighted by duty AB who alerted D/O.
Alarm raised resulting in the robbers escaping with ship stores.
06.04.2012: 0505 UTC: Posn: 25:28N – 057:32E Around 16nm SW of
Bandar-e-Jask, Iran, (Off Somalia).
Armed pirates attacked and boarded a general cargo ship underway. Master
raised alarm, activated the alert and crew mustered in the citadel. The
pirates managed to take hostage the crewmembers and hijacked the ship.
An Iranian warship responded to the alert and proceeded towards the
vessel. The Master contacted the Iranian warship via VHF and requested
the navy not to approach their ship due to the high risk to the crew and
the death threats received from the pirates. The warship move closer to
the ship resulting in exchange of fire between the pirates and the navy.
The navy managed to board the ship, detain nine pirates and saved all 28
crewmembers.
04.04.2012: 1645 UTC: Posn: 21:37N – 059:59E Around 50nm SxE of Ras Al
Haad, Oman (Off Somalia).
About 4-6 pirates armed with automatic rifles in a skiff chased and
fired upon a bulk carrier underway. Master raised alarm, activated
distress alert, took evasive manoeuvres and all non essential crew
mustered in the citadel. The onboard armed security team returned fire
resulting in the pirates aborting the attack and moving away.
06.04.2012: 0320 LT: Dumai Inner Anchorage, Indonesia.
Four robbers armed with long knives boarded an anchored chemical tanker.
Alert crew noticed the robbers and raised the alarm resulting in the
robbers escaping empty handed.
03.04.2012: 0230 LT: Posn: Dumai Anchorage, Indonesia.
Duty crew onboard an anchored chemical tanker spotted two robbers armed
with long knives. He immediately informed the duty officer who raised
the alarm and sounded the ships whistle. Seeing crew alerted the robbers
escaped. Port control contacted but no response.
04.04.2012: 0230 UTC: Lome Anchorage, Togo.
Ten robbers in a boat came alongside and attempted to board an anchored
product tanker. Alert duty officer raised alarm and informed Togo navy
and directed the search light towards the boat resulting in the boat
moving towards another vessel in the anchorage. Later another boat with
six robbers approached the tanker at high speed. Alarm raised and crew
alerted. Seeing crew alertness and the razor wire rigged the robbers
moved away. The Master heaved up anchor and proceeded to a safe
distance.
26.03.2012:2155 UTC Posn: 16:32N – 059:25E, Around 370nm NE of Socotra,
Yemen. (Off Somalia).
A research vessel underway was approached by armed pirates in a speed
boat. At a distance of 0.5nm the onboard security team fired warning
shots resulting in the pirates aborting and moving away. Crew and ship
safe.
29.03.2012:2050 UTC: Posn: 19:48.0S-034:49.7E, Jetty No.12, Beira Port,
Mozambique.
A robber armed with a knife boarded a Chemical Tanker at berth. Crew
noticed the robber and raised the alarm. On seeing crew alertness,
robber escaped with stolen stores and with another accomplice waiting in
the canoe.
04.02.2012: 0300 LT: Posn: 03:23.24N – 099:27.53E, Jetty No.3 MNA, Kuala
Tanjung, Indonesia.
Two robbers armed with long knives boarded a berthed bulk carrier during
cargo operations and entered the engine room via the steering room
entrance. Duty oiler noticed the robbers and tried to activate the fire
alarm but the robbers threatened him with a knife and tied his arms. The
robbers took the oiler as hostage till the main deck and then escaped
with the stolen ship stores. Alarm raised and robbery reported to the
authorities who came onboard for investigation.
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