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JOTW 33-2007

13 August 2007

www.nedsjotw.com

“The most worth-while thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others.”

– Sir Robert Baden-Powell

Welcome to the free Job of the Week e-mail networking newsletter for

professional communicators. Our network currently has more than 9,900 members!

Educators, please encourage your students to sign up for JOTW as soon as classes begin so they can get an unvarnished exposure of the industry they aspire to. Unlike most things in life, JOTW is free.

JOTW is a free and cooperative service that relies on the contributions of its members, like you. We share job opportunities, news and information about the job market, as well as swapping stories about life's peculiarities.

When I say that this is a cooperative network, I mean that everyone’s participation is required to provide job opportunities to share. When you learn about a job opportunity in the communication, such as a position that comes open with your company, you send me (lundquist989@cs.com) the title, organization, location, and a brief description; link; or contact information, and I’ll share. It's that simple. And we share dozens of opportunities each week. Did I mention it was free? Your friends can sign up by sending a blank e-mail to JOTW-subscribe@topica.com. It's free for them, too.

In this thrilling issue (This is the list of jobs. Each one has further information below):

*** One Paragraph Pitch

1.) Business Development Manager, Imre Communications, Baltimore, MD

2.) Communications Project Manager, CorpComm, Marlton, NJ

3.) Senior Project Manager, CorpComm, Ft. Monmouth, NJ

4.) Web Writer, IQ Solutions, Rockville, Maryland

5.) Health Communications Manager, IQ Solutions, Rockville, Maryland

6.) Senior Health Communications Associate, External Outreach, IQ Solutions, Rockville, Maryland

7.) Technical Writing/Editing, Laboratory Staff, Corporate Information Mgmnt, Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, NM

8.) Kaiser Permanente, Communications Manager, Oakland, CA

9.) Director of Public Affairs, Independent Sector, Washington D.C.

10.) Editorial Writer/editorial page USA Today, McLean,Virginia

11.) Corporate Communications Manager, Tellabs, Naperville, IL

12.) Sr Technical Writer Technical Writer, PaR Nuclear, Inc., a subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company, Shoreview, MN

13.) Director of Communications, International Crisis Group, Washington, DC

14.) MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS WRITER, Vienna, VA

15.) Communications Officer, Malaria consortium, London, United Kingdom

16.) Features Editor, Screen International, Emap Communications, London

17.) Publications, Website and Marketing Officer, engage, National Association for Gallery Education, London

18.) Head of US Marketing, Arlington, VA or New York

19.) Director of Corporate Communications, Gambro BCT, Lakewood, Colorado

20.) Director of Corporate Communications, The Schumacher Group, LAFAYETTE, LA.

21.) Technical Editor, ATA Airlines, Indianapolis, IN

22.) Director Corporate Communications, Millipore Corporation, Billerica. MA

23.) Technical Writer/Editor, Argon ST, Fairfax, VA

24.) Associate Manager, Website Marketing and Promotion, Marketing, Communications and Branding Division, ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership, Washington, DC

25.) Public Affairs, Manager, pharmaceutical company, Chicago area

26.) Account Executive – Financial PR / Corporate Communications, HeadLand Consultancy, London, UK

27.) eAdvocacy / eCommunications Specialist, UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY, Washington, DC

28.) Part-time Public Relations Intern, The Scofield Company, Chicago, Illinois

29.) Public Relations Coordinator, American Psychological Association Practice Directorate, Washington, DC

30.) Product Editor, Home Accents Today, Reed Business Information, Greensboro, NC

31.) Communications and Marketing Director, The Harlem School of the Arts, New York, New York

32.) Media Coordinator, The Nature Conservancy's Worldwide Office, Arlington, VA

33.) Reporter, Flight International, Reed Business Information, Alexandria, VA

34.) CWA executive director, Construction Writers Association (CWA), location to be determined

35.) EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, KMSP FOX 9, Eden Prairie, Minnesota

36.) Director of Communications and Outreach, Riecken Foundation, Washington, DC

37.) Media Relations Professional, Volunteers of America, Alexandria, VA

38.) Marketing Project Administrator, Johns Hopkins Health System, Baltimore, MD

39.) Senior Director of Employee Communications, Fortune 500 Company, New York, New York

40.) Senior Media Relations Manager, Top Global Company, New York, New York

41.) Communications Director, Outdoor Advertising Association of America, Washington, DC

42.) Media Relations Manager, Nuclear Energy Institute, Washington, DC

43.) Manager, Consumer Public Relations, McAfee, Santa Clara, CA

44.) Director, Mid-Market Public Relations, McAfee, Santa Clara, CA

45.) Director Marketing Communications, McAfee, Santa Clara, CA

46.) Communications Manager, David and Lucile Packard Foundation, Los Altos, California

47.) Bloggers, MPRI, Washington, DC

48.) Director, Communications and External Relations, New York Regional Association of Grantmakers, New York, New York

49.) Director of Development and Public Relations, United Methodist Elder Care, East Providence, Rhode Island

50.) Manager, Communications, General Dynamics, Falls Church, VA.

51.) Communications Specialist, General Dynamics, Falls Church, VA.

52.) Web Developer, American Bankruptcy Institute, Alexandria, Virginia

53.) Ad Agency- Direct Mail Acct Supervisor or Account Executive, Advertising Agency, Chicago, IL

54.) Editorial Producer, Sports on Earth, MLB Advanced Media, New York, NY

55.) Communications Associate, NYC Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center, New York, New York

56.) Communications Manager, Chase Card Services, a division of JPMorgan Chase, Wilmington, DE

57.) Product PR Manager/Director, GlaxoSmithKline, Collegeville, PA

58.) Senior Marketing Communications Writer, Automated Financial Systems (AFS), Exton, PA

59.) Public Relations AE/Sr. AE:, FCF Schmidt Public Relations, Plymouth Meeting, PA

60.) Manager, Internal Communications, NRG Energy, Princeton, NJ

61.) COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR/WEBMASTER, Arlington School Board, Arlington, VA

62.) Public Relations Executive – Homemakers Media Holdings, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

63.) PT Promo Asst, KINK FM 102, CBS Radio, Portland, OR

64.) PUBLIC RELATIONS MAN – CHICAGO, IL, US

65.)VIDEO PROJECTIONIST – HOULTON, ME, US

66.) Associate Conduct and Discipline Officer, P-2, The United Nations

And much, much more!

*** One Paragraph Pitch:

Versatile Writer and Editor

I’m an extremely versatile and accomplished writer and editor with expertise in public policy, international affairs and higher education. I’ve written many kinds of copy, including press releases, Web copy for businesses, blog items, brochures, booklets, op-eds, news and feature articles and reports. I’ve edited magazines, newsletters and books for respected organizations like the U.S. League of Women Voters and George Washington University. I’ve published articles in The Washington Post and The Baltimore Sun. Check out samples of my work: A health-related article in The Washington Post [www.washingtonpost.com/ac2/wp-dyn/A6999-2004Feb2?language=printer]; an article on international investing

[http://www.atimes.com/c-asia/DC13Ag02.html]; or a press release for a startup software company [http://www.grammarapps.com/html/press_release.html]. These days, I’m looking for long-term, contract and/or freelance work. Based near Washington, D.C. For quality writing and editing, contact Bob Guldin at guldin@starpower.net, 301-891-8489.

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*** What all the flap about?

Last week I posed this question in DEFCON 1: “Tom and I were cleaning the gutters on the Harwich house when Tom mentioned that he noticed that airliners extend their flaps more on landing than take off. I don’t think I had noticed this, so I thought we could ask the DEFCON 1 network. What the flap about flaps?”

See the answer in Wednesday’s DEFCON 1 newsletter. You can subscribe for free by sending a blank email to DCO-subscribe@topica.com. You can read DEFCON 1, the Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter, at www.nedsjotw.com.

*** Alice gives shirt to Jeff:

This is why PR has a bad rep. Please give this loser the one-finger salute for me.

Jeff D., I hope I never have to work with or for you. Please forward your contact information so that I can send a free “I'm an a##hole t-shirt;” no strings attached! People have a right to see you coming a mile away and run screaming in the opposite direction.

(“The sale and frequency of this type of purchased announcement has

seriously dimished your brand name in recent weeks. This comes after a long period where your messages were received with pleasure. I

respected your name. I imagine the two hundred dollars is a welcome

income for you but it comes at a cost. Please remove me from all

distribution lists. Thank you. Jeff D.”)

Just sayin'. Harumph.

Thank you for all you do, Ned.

Alice

*** From Jill:

Hi –

What's the best way to sign up for your eNewsletter?

Thanks,

J

(The very best way in the whole wide world is to send a blank e-mail to JOTW-subscribe@topica.com.)

*** Internships:

With the fall semester about to begin, students will need to focus soon on internships. What makes for the best internship experience?

*** Where else?

Watching the job market is a constant, ongoing venture, and your list

offers convenience and a wonderful wealth of diversity. For a few

moments every Monday morning, my imagination soars as I read each

posting and envision myself in that position. I mean who else can take you to Thailand, Alberta, Santa Clara, Des Moines, Paris, Fargo,

Phoenix, and London all within one email? So I see your list as

providing an invaluable connection to jobs, and also a chance to do a

weekly round of imagination calisthenics — critical for keeping

creativity in shape.

Keep it coming!

Ady

Lisa “Ady” Dewey

*** Custom shopping bags:

At Doctor Gravity’s Kite Shop, I notice some of the shopping bags have the store’s name handwritten on the bag. “Do you have these custom made in China,” I ask him. “No, the kids do them when they haver a free minute. The just write on the side of the bag with a sharpie.” I knew this of course. I was just being a wise guy. “I go through a thousand bags a week,” he says. “I’ve gone through more than a hundred already today.”

*** From Dave Imre:

Ned-

Imre Communications has an opening for a Business Development Manager. Job description as follows or on http://www.imrecommunications.com

Cheers!

Dave

davei@imrecommunications.com

1.) Business Development Manager, Imre Communications, Baltimore, MD

Imre Communications, an integrated brand communications agency with national B2B and B2C client base, seeks an energetic and dynamic Business Development Manager to drive the sale of brand communication strategies to new clients in our Associations and Healthcare & Insurance business units.

The role will build and maintain our prospect list and establish relationships to earn new revenue. The ideal candidate will have 5 years experience preferably in an agency setting as well as exceptional communication and listening skills. Experience in healthcare, insurance and associations industries is preferred. Must have knowledge of sales strategies and evaluation techniques and ability to deal effectively with constituents.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, 401k and half day Fridays in the summer. Please submit resume with salary requirements to jobs@imrecommunications.com. More information is available at http://www.imrecommunications.com

*** From Sherry Piemontesi:

2.) Communications Project Manager, CorpComm, Marlton, NJ

Consider joining the growing team of Communications professionals at

CorpComm. We are a small woman owned business listed in Inc. 500's

fastest growing small businesses. CorpComm is seeking a communications project manager who will work closely with the Sr. Communications Manager to support the day-to-day activities of a government account based in the Marlton, NJ area..

Primary Responsibilities:

. Assist in the implementation of a strategic and tactical

communications plan

. Assist in overseeing day-to-day client communication projects and

serving as the primary point of contact

. Overseeing development of Web sites (working with a team of designers and programmers)

. Writing/reviewing materials (e.g. news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, bios, newsletters, Web site copy and pitch letters)

. Preparing Q&As, speeches, collaterals and PowerPoint presentations

. Identifying, qualifying, scheduling and participating in media

inquiries/presentations

. Developing and placing appropriate stories by and about client in

government trade media

. Identifying and qualifying speaking and award opportunities

. Maintaining relationships with senior leaders, government stakeholders and industry partners

. Understanding client needs and issues within the client's environment and managing client expectations

. Driving project scope/vision and marketing CorpComm's capabilities within the account

. Managing account administration including costs, schedule and

performance

. Developing account plans, reporting ongoing project status,

coordinating project staffing, and managing profit/loss, revenue

projections and results

Skills Required:

. Minimum of 4 years experience implementing communications solutions in a DoD or federal government environment

. Strong writing, editing and presentation skills

. Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously

. Media relations experience

. Knowledge of budgeting and the financial aspects of a client

relationship

. Ability to work with a diverse workforce

. Ability to form and maintain a close working relationship with the client

. BA or BS degree in Communications or related field

. Must be able to pass federal government background clearance

Other Recommended Qualifications:

. Ability to work independently and adapt to change

. Highly responsive to customers and team members

. Broad understanding of the techniques of a professional

services/consultancy firm, journalism, public relations, communications, marketing or related field

. Broad understanding of industry or specialized practice area

. In-depth knowledge of media relations from key trade publications to national outlets

. Hands-on experience in customer relationship management, change or reputation management.

Please send your resume to hrmail@corpcomm-inc.com. No phone calls,

please.

*** From Lisa Meadows:

Good afternoon. Sherry Piemontesi generally contacts you when we have a job posting need. I have been asked to handle the job postings while she is away. I would like to have the following ad posted in the Communication Jobs listing on Monday and the Defcon Jobs listing on Wednesday.

Thank you in advance for your assistance and I look forward to working with you

Lisa Meadows

Lisa Meadows

CorpComm, Inc.

Executive Assistant

f. 540.834.2468

c. 540-842-6837

LMeadows@corpcomm-inc.com

3.) Senior Project Manager, CorpComm, Ft. Monmouth, NJ

CorpComm is seeking an experienced communications professional to help the company provide outreach support for a Department of Defense client. The senior project manager is the primary contact for assigned clients and is responsible for the day-to-day activities of client teams and projects. The position is based in Ft. Monmouth, NJ.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintaining relationships with senior leaders, government stakeholders and industry partners

• Understanding client needs and issues within the client’s environment and managing client expectations

• Overseeing day-to-day client communication project tasks and serving as the primary point of contact for clients

• Developing communications plans for clients

• Writing/reviewing materials (e.g. news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, bios, newsletters, Web site copy and pitch letters) with assistance of offsite creative team

• Preparing Q&As, speeches, collateral and PowerPoint presentations with assistance of offsite creative team

• Qualifying, scheduling and participating in media inquiries/presentations

• Developing and placing appropriate stories by and about clients in business, trade and consumer media

• Driving project scope/vision and marketing CorpComm’s capabilities within the account

• Develop account plan, report ongoing project status, coordinate project staffing, manage profit/loss and revenue projections and results

• Identifying and qualifying speaking and award opportunities

• Organizing and participating in tradeshows and events

Required Skills:

• BS or BA degree or equivalent experience

• 8 to 12 years experience in managing, directing, and implementing communications solutions

• Ability to work independently

• Strong writing, editing, interpersonal, communications, and presentation skills

• Ability to manage numerous project tasks simultaneously

• Media relations experience

• Knowledge of budgeting and the financial aspects of a client relationship

• Must be able to travel on an as needed basis (although little travel is expected)

• Ability to work in a diverse workforce

Desired Skills:

• Must be able to pass Government background clearance

• Broad understanding of the techniques of a professional services/consultancy firm, journalism, public relations, communications or related field

• Broad understanding of industry or specialized practice area (such as government or technology)

• In-depth knowledge of media relations from key trade publications to national outlets

Please send your resume to hrmail@corpcomm-inc.com. No phone calls, please.

4.) Web Writer, IQ Solutions, Rockville, Maryland

Preference given to those applicants who have earned the Accredited Business Communicator designation.

APPLY FOR THIS JOB

Email Address: hr_dept@iqsolutions.com

Phone: (301) 984-1471

Fax: (240) 221-4204

Apply URL: http://www.iqsolutions.com

http://jobs.iabc.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=65&jb=2290483

5.) Health Communications Manager, IQ Solutions, Rockville, Maryland

Preference given to those applicants who have earned the Accredited Business Communicator designation.

APPLY FOR THIS JOB

Email Address: hr_dept@iqsolutions.com

Phone: (301) 984-1471

Fax: (240) 221-4204

Apply URL: http://www.iqsolutions.com

http://jobs.iabc.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=65&jb=2290470

6.) Senior Health Communications Associate, External Outreach, IQ Solutions, Rockville, Maryland

Preference given to those applicants who have earned the Accredited Business Communicator designation.

APPLY FOR THIS JOB

Email Address: hr_dept@iqsolutions.com

Phone: (301) 984-1471

Fax: (240) 221-4204

Apply URL: http://www.iqsolutions.com

http://jobs.iabc.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=65&jb=2290537

7.) Technical Writing/Editing, Laboratory Staff, Corporate Information Mgmnt, Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, NM

https://ws35snlnt.sandia.gov/psp/applicant/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL

*** From Vicki Abballo:

Would like to submit the following opening for posting….Please feel free to contact me with any questions…

Thank you,

Vicki

8.) Kaiser Permanente, Communications Manager, Oakland, CA

Responsible for providing a broad range of communications and marketing support for Customer Directed Health Care (CDHC) initiatives with an emphasis on payment products. Work collaboratively to define marketing project deliverables, accurately scope work and create project schedules for delivery. Act as key marketing communicator/subject matter expert for payment products.

Major Responsibilities

– Responsible for development and execution of product communications for financial health care account initiatives.

– Execute activities within the overall communications plan, collaborating with the Project Management Lead, Product Manager, Operations Director and Implementation Director.

– Manage multi-phased marketing projects and coordinate multi-disciplined teams to deliver marketing projects on time.

– Provide writing and editing support for marketing effectiveness, cross-selling and adherence to brand guidelines.

– Develop the Style & Usage Guidelines for the financial account products.

– Facilitate vendor communications and internal/external stakeholder communications.

Minimum Requirements

– Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Marketing or equivalent experience..

– 7+ years of program development and marketing experience in managing multi-phased projects in health care industry or, preferably in a banking/financial services environment.

– Experience with payment products (stored value, credit, secured cards) preferred.

– Experience with dental programs, health plans, and employee flex accounts (FSA, MSA, and HRA) a plus.

This position consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.

Visit our Website at www.kp.org/jobs and create a personal profile. Please use the Copy and Paste option to attach an unformatted (text only) resume.

Kaiser Permanente offers exceptional benefits. A competitive compensation package will be offered to applicants, commensurate with experience. Kaiser Permanente is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Vicki Abballo

Sr. Lead Recruiter

Kaiser Permanente

Health Plan Marketing, Sales, Service & Administration

510-271-4633 8-423-4633

vicki.abballo@kp.org

9.) Director of Public Affairs, Independent Sector, Washington D.C.

http://www.execsearches.com/non-profit-jobs/jobDetail.asp?job_id=13466

*** From Janet Ochs Lowenbach:

10.) Editorial Writer/editorial page USA Today, McLean,Virginia

http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?sc_extcmp=JS_JobAlert_Title&ipath=PSSKGT0&psa=1&Job_DID=J3F1S96YNGR6MGJC447

*** From Jeff Clark:

Ned,

I would like to post the position listed below.

Regards,

Jeff Clark

Manager, Staffing

Tellabs

11.) Corporate Communications Manager, Tellabs, Naperville, IL

Req. # 6156 Position Description / Qualifications:

Manage and implement communications policies and processes, including crisis communications plan. Support financial communications program.

• Manage global industry analyst relations program

• Direct Tellabs Government Solutions public relations program

• Executive positioning

• Support financial communications program

• Support crisis communications program and corporate communications team

• 7 to 10 years of experience in public relations, specific experience with telecom/high tech and public companies

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Ability to exercise judgment in areas of high uncertainty

• Ability to think/act under pressure

• Strong editing skills

• Strategic thinker

• Strong relationship-building skills

• Strong working knowledge of media and analysts

• At least two years of experience in industry analyst relations

• Vendor management experience including printers, graphic designers, photographers

• Knowledge of international public relations preferred

• Strong ability to juggle multiple projects at once

Tellabs

1415 W. Diehl Road

Naperville, IL U.S.A.

www.tellabs.com

Interested candidates should apply on-line at www.tellabs.com, req. #6156.

12.) Sr Technical Writer Technical Writer, PaR Nuclear, Inc., a subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company, Shoreview, MN

https://sjobs.brassring.com/EN/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=578363

13.) Director of Communications, International Crisis Group, Washington, DC

Closing Date – 15 Aug 2007

http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-75NNEG

*** From Adam Sidel:

Hi Ned.

I have included an announcement below re: a position I am currently looking to fill. I would greatly appreciate it if you could post the announcement to the JOTW listserv.

Thanks!

-Adam Sidel

14.) MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS WRITER, Vienna, VA

Overview:

A Vienna, VA-based corporation that develops and sells business process management software, is seeking an experienced Marketing & Public Relations Writer to join its growing Marketing organization. The Marketing Writer will begin in a part-time / temporary role, with the opportunity to grow into a full time permanent position.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, writing, and editing content for all types of internal and external communications outlets to promote the company’s software products as well as to support the company’s corporate image, marketing position, and brand awareness.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing case studies that address customers’ business successes through the use of the company’s products and services

• Writing bylined / feature articles to be placed in a variety of publications

• Translating technical, feature-driven language into business language and effectively communicating business benefits in understandable terms for technical and business audiences

• Assisting with the creation of company newsletters for both internal and external audiences

• Creating and maintaining strong, productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Writing and reviewing other marketing literature as requested

Qualifications include:

• Exceptional writing skills developed through at least five years of experience writing about technology issues, products, or services for business audiences in a marketing, sales support, or business development department; enterprise software expertise a must

• Ability to comprehend and communicate technical subjects while extracting business benefit and value

• Flexibility, attention to detail, and ability to effectively manage many projects at once

• Usage of the Associated Press (AP) Style

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, or journalism with a significant portfolio of writing and editing styles

Pay rate / salary:

Commensurate with experience and current market requirements. A broad rate range for freelance services, determined by Brainstorm Creative Resources, is: $30 – $55/hour. A broad salary range for full-time employment, also determined by Brainstorm Creative Resources, is: $50,000 – $70,000/year. Specific salary information will be made available to qualified applicants. Brainstorm Creative Resources pays temporary employees and freelance, non-employee contractors on a weekly basis.

Application:

Please follow these steps to apply:

1) Visit http://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. Please make sure that while registering online, you complete a personal profile, indicate your specific software application skills, and upload any relevant documents (ex: resume, work samples, cover letter, references). To be considered for this position, you must upload three examples of your writing. Examples may include case studies, bylined articles or press releases. Additional examples of your writing may be required during the interview process.

Only candidates currently residing within a commutable distance of Vienna, VA 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 the hiring organization are EEO employers.

15.) Communications Officer, Malaria consortium, London, United Kingdom

http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-75UM65

*** From Patricia Hilton-Johnson:

Hi Ned,

Here are two UK jobs for next newsletter.

Best,

Patty

16.) Features Editor, Screen International, Emap Communications, London

Screen International, the award-winning voice of the international film industry, has a rare opportunity to join its world-beating editorial team. The publication, which this month became the Emap Communications magazine of the year, to its long list of recent honours, is looking for a Features Editor. The job will play a crucial role in the development of a true global multimedia brand in the most exciting business sector in the world. The magazine is the voice of the international film industry and is read by film-makers and the people who shape the global cinema industry.

The features role requires a dynamic and highly-motivated individual with the skill to oversee features from concept to page on subjects as varied as the German tax funds to new Asian directors. The features editor is a senior position at Screen and demands the ability to work as easily with the entertainment industry's leading writers as with international stringers, PRs and the magazine's advertising department.

Duties will include:

* Commissioning and editing features on a diverse range of topics on the international film industry for the weekly paper as well as daily issues at the major film markets and festivals

* Liaising regularly with the advertising department to produce additional revenue-generating feature ideas for the weekly and the daily issues.

* Overseeing numerous annual supplements and special issues on diverse subject matters such as the Spanish film industry, private equity finance and new Lebanese cinema.

* Maintaining daily contact with Screen's Los Angeles, New York and Hong Kong bureaus as well as regular contacts with our global network of correspondents

* Working with the web editor of ScreenDaily.com to ensure features are reinterpreted innovatively online

* Managing the annual features budget

* Travelling to international film festivals and markets to represent Screen International

The ideal candidate will have:

* A working knowledge of the international film industry

* A background in financial journalism

* The ability to edit copy from writers for who English may not be their first-language

To apply, email your CV and application to editor Michael Gubbins at Michael.gubbins@emap.com

Closing Date: 15/08/2007

17.) Publications, Website and Marketing Officer, engage, National Association for Gallery Education, London

engage wishes to recruit a Publications, Website and Marketing Officer to support the production of the engage journal and other engage publications; be responsible for the engage website; take a lead role in marketing engage and its programmes; support engage's fundraising work; and give general support for engage's work.

This post is an opportunity to be part of a small, enthusiastic team in a proactive arts education organisation and will include some travel to support activities around the UK. The postholder will need excellent written and verbal communication skills; administrative and computer skills; and knowledge of proofreading, editing, marketing and supporting a website. The postholder will be a good team member and have an interest in the visual arts and education.

For a full job description and application form, visit www.engage.org or contact Emma Prout, Administrator emma.prout@engage.org

Tel: 020 7490 4690

Salary: £19,500 – £22,500

Applications Close: Wednesday, August 22, 2007

*** From Lou A. Boozer:

18.) Head of US Marketing, Arlington, VA or New York

Overview of role

Overall regional management and delivery of strategic marketing initiatives and brand management in the (Americas) region, leveraging global brand and capabilities. Overall objective is to lead the region from a marketing perspective in support of enhanced account based business development and brand awareness, crossing multiple sectors and services. Works in conjunction with global Integrated Sector Team Marketing Managers (IST MMs) and Service Marketing Mangers (SMMs) to build/enhance country specific marketing/business development messages and deployment of such messages within the region

Scope

Regional, with a global perspective.

Responsibilities:

• Brand: build profile as appropriate in region, based on sector positioning, through specific brand plans & campaigns. Aligned with the global positioning of the firm.

• Strategy, planning & budgets: develop plan and budget for the region as a whole, incorporating local service and sector insights/capabilities. Contribute to development of global service, Big Bet and IST plans as appropriate. Manage regional marketing budget.

• Target clients: Identify target clients in region; map to global service or sector propositions.

• Key accounts: play a strong role in improving the firm’s approach to both account management and account based marketing.

• Regional proposition development: Work with regional partners to ‘localize/tailor’ global ‘transformational’ propositions or produce regionally-specific propositions.

• Global marketing campaigns – plan & execute on regional basis: Working with global IST, MMs & SMMs, design, deliver and evaluate international marketing communications campaigns focused on targeted segments or key accounts in sectors in region. Campaigns to leverage service and sector propositions and capabilities, and aim to open and/or penetrate new markets and enhance relationships with key existing clients. Produce regionalized collateral aligned with global priorities.

• Regional marketing campaigns –plan & execute: design, deliver and evaluate regional marketing communications campaigns focused on targeted segments or key accounts in sectors in region. Produce specific collateral.

• Channel strategy: Take high-level overview that channels to market are appropriate to local market, and that innovative collateral is produced.

• Client data management: Work with IST, MMs and local business to put in place a process that will keep regional relationship data kept up to date.

• Business development: where appropriate, work with local partners to provide local business development support on key proposals/presentations in region, focusing on key global messages and brand.

• Market knowledge: Set up process with IS/KPC or team to identify and understand regional consulting market, its requirements and also the firm’s ability to meet those needs and disseminate information.

• Internal communications: Produce plan for local internal communication and set up process for regular information to be distributed to local team and rest of marketing function. Act as champions for good IC across the company.

• Line management: Lead regionally-based marketing team.

Experience:

• 8+ years marketing experience in professional services in firm, driving strategy, and providing leadership and vision for both the business and the marketing function.

• Understanding of effectiveness of marketing communications, direct and online marketing, client events, PR with in a specific region.

• Experience with business development and account management

• Experience in leading and motivating team and demonstrating results to local partners

Skills:

• A strong marketing strategy and planning background in professional services (mandatory)

• Knowledge of latest techniques in marketing communication, business development, account management and segmentation

• Understanding the importance of database management

• Ability to build strong working and co-coordinated relationships across the regional team and global marketing function. Networking skills

• Strong delivery and negotiation skills and ability to quantify results

Please forward your resumes to:

Lou A. Boozer

Managing Partner

B2B TalentSolutions Inc

Connecting Top Talent With Business Leadership

lboozer@b2btalentsolutions.com

301-998-6126 ext 3111 office

240-286-1029 cell

301-260-8248 home office

19.) Director of Corporate Communications, Gambro BCT, Lakewood, Colorado

http://www.6figurejobs.com/execsearchjobsdetail.cfm?intJobID=284835

20.) Director of Corporate Communications, The Schumacher Group, LAFAYETTE, LA.

http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?job_did=J8C08B67Z2KN2PPRQZY

21.) Technical Editor, ATA Airlines, Indianapolis, IN

ATA Airlines is looking for candidates for 2 full-time positions, based in Indianapolis, IN (IND).

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor Degree or equivalent work experience, two (2) years previous editing experience preferred.

2. Knowledge of Flight Operations and Aircraft Operations manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL’s) and Federal Regulations.

3. Proficient written and verbal communication skills, typing and desktop publishing skills.

4. Proficient working knowledge of Adobe and MS Office desktop publishing software, including FrameMaker, PageMaker, Adobe Acrobat and Word.

5. Ability to work within tight deadlines and to prioritize workload in a multi-task environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Process revisions/bulletins to assigned manuals following established revision and lead-time schedules.

2. Process revisions/bulletins to assigned manuals electronically utilizing various desktop publishing software applications (i.e. FrameMaker, PageMaker, Word, etc).

3. Follow established processes, working with subject matter experts to ensure revisions/bulletins are completed in a timely manner.

4. Edit content changes provided by subject matter experts for clarity and proper placement in manuals.

5. Maintain the skills and perspective of an Editorial Services expert with respect to Company publications.

Additional Information:

These are full-time positions based in Indianapolis, IN (IND). If interested, submit your resume with contact information, salary history and cover letter to HR Jobs@iflyata.com. Please list Job Listing #27175 as the Subject. You will be contacted if additional information is needed.

http://www.ata.com/now/careers/index.html#technical

22.) Director Corporate Communications, Millipore Corporation, Billerica. MA

http://careers.biospace.com/Jobs/Public/JobDetails.aspx?JOB_ID=198756

23.) Technical Writer/Editor, Argon ST, Fairfax, VA

http://jobview.monster.com/getjob.asp?JobID=61077757

*** From Denise Gavilan:

Do you mind posting this position next week? It's a great job for someone who is very organized, has strong writing skills and enjoys web and email work. Thanks

Denise Gavilan

Director, Marketing

ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership

1575 I St., NW

Washington, DC 20005

202-220-6459 (fax)

www.asaecenter.org

dgavilan@asaecenter.org

24.) Associate Manager, Website Marketing and Promotion, Marketing, Communications and Branding Division, ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership, Washington, DC

Summary of Duties:

• Manages website content and placement to support the marketing and promotion of the collective programs, products and services of ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership.

• Manages the customer experience and perception through the implementation of website marketing strategies and the management of marketing content, store front, and linkages.

• Manages the use of the website, e-commerce, and other electronic marketing and communication channels to promote and enhance the value, strength and recognition of the organizations’ brand identities.

• Aligns website content placement with organizational priorities and goals, and relates these to other channels used for marketing and communications with the combined goal of generating revenue from a broad line of programs, products and services, including education and events, membership, publishing, and advertising.

• Develops, implements and monitors cross-selling strategies on the website.

• Manages the development of external websites (outside of asaecenter.org) for four major conferences, in conjunction with vendor.

• Adheres to quality standards for organization-wide use of e-mail and other electronic media for marketing and promotion purposes.

• Works with staff to ensure that all promotions reflect the organizations’ brand standards and represent sponsors.

• Assists senior director and other staff with all other marketing initiatives as required.

The person in this role will interface with all members of the department to manage the creation, scheduling and coordination of all emails sent by the marketing department to ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership members and stakeholders. This includes developing, implementing and evaluating email strategies and campaigns. This person will work with the other marketing managers to help them deploy effective emails for their clients and it is expected that the person should continually seek and stay abreast of various Internet marketing techniques.

Specific Responsibilities include:

• With the marketing team, develops and implements e-mail marketing and promotion strategies, including identifying targeted member segments, writing and proofreading copy, setting-up copy in MagnetMail (a vendor providing the technological infrastructure for the e-mail system), pulling and de-duping lists through CGI (our internal database), managing weekly e-mail schedules and tracking open rates.

• Manages the bi-monthly writing and production of InTouch, an electronic newsletter that goes to 22,000 members.

• Manages, with outside vendor, eShow2000, the development of four conference-specific websites for Springtime, Great Ideas, Annual Meeting and the Association Technology Conference. This includes developing the site maps, writing copy and identifying placement, uploading graphics, etc.

• Writes, adapts and edits content and information to create website-suitable marketing copy for Spotlights and CenterU program descriptions when needed.

• Posts CenterU programs on ASAE & The Center’s website to make them “live” and open up registration.

• Is key marketing client liaison to the CenterU Online team, managing all their virtual program postings on the website, setting-up and implementing e-mail promotion schedules and making updates to their website content as needed.

• Makes frequent changes to ASAE & The Center’s website to clarify information/highlight specifics.

• Tracks and analyzes website traffic and user patterns, so that strategic decisions can be made in terms of website layout, frequency of e-mails, copy positioning, etc.

• Makes adjustments to marketing copy and placement as needed.

• Works with internal Website team on various aspects of website maintenance.

• Researches and recommends new technologies and delivery methods for e-mail and the website.

• Ability to manage time and organize often heavy workload

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in Marketing or Communication required.

Skills:

• Strong writing ability, with demonstrated skills in developing and proofreading marketing copy.

• Understanding of the relationship of website content, placement, and linkages to support and advance the organization’s vision, mission, goals and brand.

• Ability to build website site schematics from scratch, placing content based on previous website activity.

• Basic HTML editing experience.

• Basic experience formatting web content for best readability.

• Strong understanding of basic web principals.

• Strong attention to detail and a discipline to check all work.

• Ability to multitask, manage deadlines, and communicate effectively with co-workers.

• Attention to detail with final product.

• Familiarity with MagnetMail, CGI, CMS Plus, Visio, SharePoint, and AP Stylebook guidelines a plus.

Relevant Experience:

• 2-3 years experience working with website content development, managing e-mail campaigns and website product/service promotion. Knowledge of association marketplace is useful.

Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:

Denise Gavilan

Senior Director, Marketing

ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership

dgavilan@asaecenter.org

*** From Chris Nilsen:

25.) Public Affairs, Manager, pharmaceutical company, Chicago area

Job #0494. Chicago area pharmaceutical company seeks Manager, Public Affairs to oversee external communications. Additional support of internal/employee communications and/or division-specific programs as appropriate.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required, educational background in writing, journalism, business or marketing strongly preferred. 8 years of public relations experience, preferably in agency or corporate setting. Need strong project management skills and ability to respond efficiently in continuously changing environment. Proven ability to set priorities, work under tight deadlines, and determine appropriate course of action. Excellent written and oral communication skills a must. Experience managing health care or consumer product-focused public relations campaigns necessary. Demonstrated ability to express technical issues in lay terms and to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences.

Responsibilities:

Manage public relations program development and execution, including management of agencies, to drive proactive product/brand visibility and publicity. Collaborate with senior management to ensure media communications are aligned with corporate objectives. Counsel marketing staff/stakeholders on key brand reputation issues and product-specific issues, execute both proactive and reactive responses to news media, serve as spokesperson as needed. Set public relations strategy for brands, and develop media materials and routes through appropriate review and approval process. Provide monthly media coverage, monitoring and tracking reports. Manage and oversee spokesperson media training/message development. Pitch and maintain relationships with trade and consumer media. Coordinate interviews and review proposed articles. 20% travel.

Please forward your resume as a .doc with detailed cover letter, including salary, and state how you fit the specs. Send materials to Lynn Hazan, Lynn Hazan & Associates, lynn@lhazan.com and call 312-863-5401 to follow up. Resumes without cover letters and salary information will not be accepted.

26.) Account Executive – Financial PR / Corporate Communications, HeadLand Consultancy, London, UK

http://jobs.efinancialcareers.sg/job-4000000000295492.htm

*** From Elizabeth Reitz:

27.) eAdvocacy / eCommunications Specialist, UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY, Washington, DC

Under the direction of the Director of Marketing and Communications at United Cerebral Palsy (UCP), the incumbent is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the organization’s online communication, serving as core team member in the coordination and execution of all aspects of online advocacy, organizing, marketing and communications strategies, including recruitment of all Affiliate-level e-advocacy Action Centers; assisting with online fundraising implementation and strategy; contributes to the successful development, execution and distribution of all online publications; researching and implementing new web technologies and services to enhance UCP initiatives. The incumbent will also have a key role in developing strategy for all online advocacy initiatives.

Essential Duties

Communications:

• Researches, writes, assigns stories and publishes weekly and monthly e-newsletters;

• Assists the Marketing and Communications team in developing content to be published on the Web site and/or e-mails;

• Publishes blogs, edit video clips, and maintain UCP social networking profiles;

• Utilizes multiple communications tools and public relations techniques, including monitoring web logs, monitoring services, media directories, news wires, social networking, Web 2.0 technologies, etc.;

Advocacy:

• Develops strategy for and maintains advocacy campaigns

• Implements e-mail action alerts using Convio / GetActive constituent management systems;

• Provides administrative, writing, and technical support, and consultation to affiliate-level online advocacy coordinators;

• Maintains Online Advocacy Center as well as the marketing, UCP affiliate and online organizing databases;

Website:

• Develops website and intranet content with other staff and outside consultants using HTML & CSS;

• Expands, updates and maintains designated components of the UCP Web site, including the Resource listing, links with other WWW sites, monitor discussion groups to remove old or inappropriate content;

• Ensures that the information is up-to-date and accurate on the intranet;

• Assists on proposing and analyzing new features and functionalities to be added to the intranet and the UCP National Web site;

• Assists in collecting, compiling, analyzing and reporting Web site, Internet and technology-related data for use in reports and summaries as assigned;

• Assists in the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Web site;

Other Duties:

• Provides critical departmental administrative support including management of development and distribution of Public Education materials and providing press and events support, including writing and editing press releases, media advisories, talking points, alerts, facts sheets, Q&A and pitch letters;

• Assists Marketing team with other projects (event planning, graphic design, etc) upon request;

• Co-supervises interns from time to time.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years relevant work experience

• Demonstrated Constituent Relationship Management technology (e-CRM) experience, especially Convio and/or GetActive

• Fluent in coding HTML & CSS

• Proven proficiency developing e-mail designs which implement correctly across email services

• Demonstrated ability in strategic planning for advocacy campaigns

• Proven proficiency in basic computer programs and web-related software and languages including Microsoft Office

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of communications tools (Web logs, monitoring services, media directories, news wires, internet research) and public relations techniques

• Familiarity and interest in utilizing new web technologies (MySpace, FaceBook, YouTube, Wikis, etc.)

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated basic Photoshop graphic design skills

• Demonstrated understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes

• Demonstrated ability to work directly with senior management in executing strategies, plans, presentations, etc.

• Demonstrated excellent organizational/project management skills

• Highly organized, creative self-starter, flexible and very attentive to detail

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Demonstrated initiative, follow-through and problem-solving ability

• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, and often fluid/fast-changing environment with weekly deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team-based, collaborative environment

• Proven strong relationship building/relationship management skills

• Proven effective relationship building/management skills

• Video editing experience preferred, especially with Final Cut Pro

Working Conditions

This position is based in Washington, DC. This job description does not include a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities of the incumbent. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Visit http://www.ucp.org to learn more about our organization.

Please e-mail cover letter, resume and salary requirement to aparker@ucp.org. Salary commensurate with experience.

*** From Scott Winterroth:

The Scofield Company provides professional services in the areas of public affairs, public relations, government relations, issue management and promotion, strategic communications, speechwriting, development and publications to corporations, associations, non-profit organizations and government agencies.

We help our clients create effective strategies, achieve their public policy goals, grow their businesses, advocate for their points of view or manage crises by helping them to communicate effectively and clearly with decision-makers, the media, the community, consumers and other key constituencies. Our client list includes clients in education, health care, the arts, government, banking, labor and elected officials with potential for growth into other industries and issues. We serve both for-profit and not-for-profit clients with an emphasis on balance between private sector, government and social service/non-profit organizations.

Position

28.) Part-time Public Relations Intern, The Scofield Company, Chicago, Illinois (River North Area)

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Account Management and Planning

1. Participate in creative strategy sessions on behalf of client

accounts, contributing to discussions on tactics, timelines, message and implementation plans.

2. May be asked to assist with upkeep of databases in Excel and Cision Media Software, including company mailing list and several media lists.

3. Create media lists for press release distribution.

4. Create media reports and assemble news clippings.

5. Coordinate some materials distributions, packet assembly

6. Draft letters on an as needed basis

7. Assist with event and logistics coordination for press conferences

and other events.

Communications/Message

8. Contribute to the writing of press releases and marketing materials as needed.

Office Responsibilities

9. Shared responsibility for answering the phone and maintaining

friendly, professional and responsive interaction with clients.

10. Conduct research on an as-needed basis to support account

management, goals and strategies.

11. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Junior or senior level standing. Coursework in public relations, journalism, marketing or political science preferred. Knowledge of non-profit development a plus but not required.

Must be proficient in basic Microsoft programs (i.e. Word, Excel).

How to Apply:

Please e-mail your cover letter, resume and four goals you would like to accomplish during your internship to:

Scott Winterroth

Internship Coordinator

scott@scofieldcompany.com

E-mail subject line: Scofield Internship

*** From Sophie Bethune:

Please can the announcement below be posted in the Job of the Week e-mail? Many thanks.

Sophie Bethune

Director, Public Relations & Special Projects

American Psychological Association

Practice Directorate

750 First Street, NE

Washington, DC 20002

202-336-5797 fax

sbethune@apa.org

29.) Public Relations Coordinator, American Psychological Association Practice Directorate, Washington, DC

The American Psychological Association (APA), the largest scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States and the world’s largest association of psychologists, is seeking a public relations coordinator working in the Practice Directorate.

This mid-level public relations position reports to PR Director in APA Practice Directorate.

Responsibilities:

• Handles media inquiries on managed care, insurance, legislative and legal issues pertaining to psychologists in practice and consumer mental health issues.

• Work with PR Director to develop story ideas and pitch to media. Monitor and track media coverage, compile media placement reports.

• Write press releases, letters to the editor, op-eds, fact sheets, talking points, articles and presentations.

• Assist with national public education campaign including writing content for apahelpcenter.org and creating materials for member toolkits.

• Coordinate media and community events.

• Assist with projects for APA’s Disaster Response Network.

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required and at least six years experience in public relations or related field. Excellent writing skills as well as oral and interpersonal communication skills. Extensive media relations skills including track record of story placement in media outlets. Experience handling media relations for senior executives. Salary low 50s.

The American Psychological Association is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates should send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to: American Psychological Association, Human Resources, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, D.C. 20002-4242, or email to jobs@apa.org or fax to (202) 336-5501

30.) Product Editor, Home Accents Today, Reed Business Information, Greensboro, NC

http://www.reedbusiness.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=302698&CurrentPage=1

31.) Communications and Marketing Director, The Harlem School of the Arts, New York, New York

http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=136&jb=2145434

*** From Bridget Lowell:

Hi Ned,

Just wanted to post this media relations opportunity (both pasted and attached) for JOTW next week. Thanks very much! Resumes should be sent to marketingjobs@tnc.org.

Bridget Lowell

Bridget Lowell

Associate Director

Media Relations

blowell@tnc.org

(703) 841-1283 (fax)

nature.org

The Nature Conservancy

Worldwide Office

4245 N. Fairfax Drive

Arlington, VA 22203

32.) Media Coordinator, The Nature Conservancy's Worldwide Office, Arlington, VA

SUMMARY:

The Media Coordinator will work as member of the national media team to develop and execute strategies designed to promote the organization, with a focus on top-tier media outlets. The coordinator will work with departments and programs across the organization to harvest story ideas, produce marketing materials, leverage media successes, and promote new business/sponsorship activities. S/he will be also responsible for administrative and programmatic support.

DUTIES

– Daily monitoring and analysis of the organization’s media coverage, reporter database management, and tracking the department’s media activities.

– Handle incoming media calls and e-mails and direct reporters to the proper contact.

– Coordinate with field offices and other Conservancy staff to gather ideas and materials for story pitches.

– Write fact sheets, press releases, and other supporting materials about upcoming Conservancy announcements.

– Research (press inquiries, reporter topics and interests, Nature Conservancy projects).

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience, media background a plus.

• Bachelors degree in Marketing/Communication or other related field a plus.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, to exercise initiative, to use discretion when handling confidential information and to prioritize tasks.

• Competence with Microsoft office software, internet research capabilities a must; willingness to learn how to use new software.

• Excellent organization skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including telephone skills. Ability to draft and edit memoranda and correspondence and other written materials.

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities effectively, assimilate information quickly, analyze problems and implement appropriate solutions.

• Discretion and sound judgment.

• Demonstrated interest in conservation a plus.

Send resumes to marketingjobs@tnc.org by August 31.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

33.) Reporter, Flight International, Reed Business Information, Alexandria, VA

http://www.reedbusiness.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=302458&CurrentPage=1

*** From Michael Anderson:

Good afternoon Mr. Lundquist: Effective Aug. 1, 2007, the executive committee of the Construction Writers Association (CWA) is accepting applications from individuals and organizations to fill the part-time professional position of association executive director, which will become vacant in 2008 upon the retirement of longtime CWA executive director Sheila Wertz.

Those who may be interested are being encouraged to visit the CWA website – at www.constructionwriters.org – where posted on the home page are the Executive Director Position Description and the Request for Executive Director Applications.

Your site was passed along to me by CWA member (and good friend) Ed Rehfeld of LECET. Would it be possible for our association to have this link to a career opportunity posted within your industry-leading organization? Anything you can do to assist us would be most certainly appreciated.

On behalf of current CWA vice presidents Brenda Aschliman and Susan Garritano, and past president Sharon Holling, I wish to thank you for all that you do to ensure quality association leadership across all areas.

Best regards . . . Mike Anderson, 2007/08 CWA President.

Michael Anderson

Senior Editor

Construction Equipment

www.ConstructionEquipment.com

Ideas and Insight For Equipment Pros

Phone: 519.986.1789

michael.anderson@reedbusiness.com

34.) CWA executive director, Construction Writers Association (CWA), location to be determined

The Construction Writers Association (CWA) seeks an executive director to lead the organization as it carries out its mission to serve journalists, writers, editors and publicists in meeting the information needs of the construction industry. This part-time position, open for the first time in more than a decade, reports directly to the CWA board of directors. The executive director is chief liaison between the association and current/prospective members, end users of CWA services, and all others with a potential interest in construction writing.

MISSION OF CWA:

Lend prestige and professional status to specialist editors and writers whose business is to cover news of activities and to report on developments in construction, the largest, most dynamic industry in the world.

Enhance the public's image regarding the construction industry through authoritative, accurate, and unbiased reporting of construction activities and developments.

Help improve the quality of reporting, writing, editing and photography that appears in the construction business press, press releases concerning construction events, and marketing material promoting construction services and products.

Provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and information sources among professional journalists and public relations professionals serving the construction industry.

Establish an interactive communications network that links the construction business press with design and construction firms, equipment manufacturers and distributors, materials producers and suppliers, building trades and construction unions, professional and technical societies, trade associations, and government information offices.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The CWA executive director's responsibilities cover a variety of association functions including administration, communications, meetings, awards and committees. To review brief descriptions of these responsibilities, click here:

Position Qualifications:

Required:

Strong writing skills

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently and with multiple individuals

Event planning experience

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Preferred:

Journalism degree and/or experience

Familiarity with the construction industry

Association management experience

Familiarity with ACT database and direct mail processes

Newsletter writing experience

Availability:

January 1, 2008 on a limited basis to work with current executive director. Hire date will officially be May 1, 2008. Priority will be given to applications received by September 15, 2007, but applications will continue to be considered until the position is filled.

To Apply:

Applications will be accepted via email or regular mail. Please submit:

Cover letter

Resume

Writing samples

Three references

The above referenced items should be sent to:

Michael Anderson

CWA President

P.O. Box 704

Markdale, ON

Canada

N0C 1H0

Phone: 519.986.1789

Email: michael.anderson@reedbusiness.com

(I asked Michael where this position was located.)

The position is currently based in the Chicago area, but only because that is where the current executive director lives. There is nothing holding the association to being based there, or anywhere in particular.

35.) EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, KMSP FOX 9, Eden Prairie, Minnesota

KMSP, the FOX Owned and Operated station in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, has an immediate opening for a newscast Executive Producer. The EP will manage content, tone, production and graphics for our 9pm and 10pm newscasts.

Candidates should provide examples of ability to capitalize on breaking news, severe weather and other major stories. In addition, EP applicants should demonstrate creative use of storytelling and production techniques. 5 years broadcast news or related journalism experience required. Previous news management experience and degree in Broadcast Journalism preferred.

Qualified applicants only should send resume and DVD of recent work to: Bill Dallman, VP News KMSP FOX 9, 11358 Viking Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, www.myfox9.com.

fax: 952.944.8296

hrminnesota@foxtv.com

http://variety.careercast.com/careers/jobsearch/detail?categories=varietycategorybroadcasting&sortBy=relevance&pageSize=20&jobId=3295957

*** From Tony Marks:

Hope this finds you well. A colleague of mine at The Raben Group said you might be a great help in circulating the attached job posting for a Director of Communications and Outreach for The Riecken Foundation. We appreciate any help you can provide.

Tony

36.) Director of Communications and Outreach, Riecken Foundation, Washington, DC

The Riecken Foundation is a non-profit international foundation dedicated to promoting prosperity and democracy in Central America by building and supporting rural community libraries. Since 2001, the Foundation has been working with communities in Honduras and Guatemala to establish vibrant and dynamic public libraries since 2001 and currently has a network of over forty libraries in the region. The DC office is seeking an energetic, self-starter to head up its communication efforts and get the word out about how Riecken libraries are transforming rural communities in Central America.

The position will be based in Washington, DC and will report directly to senior management. Position will include travel to Central America.

Specific responsibilities include:

▪ Develop a communications plan that targets external and internal audiences and articulates the Foundation’s mission, vision and accomplishments;

▪ Coordinate communications strategy with fundraising, programming and evaluation efforts;

▪ Assist with the redesign of the website to include multimedia content and updated information on libraries and communities;

▪ Establish relationships with media representatives;

▪ Write and circulate press releases;

▪ Represent the Foundation at conferences, seminars, meetings, etc.;

▪ Create a mailing list and regular mailings/updates;

▪ Write articles for publication in appropriate journals, magazine and websites;

▪ Work with field offices on the design and implementation of local PR strategies.

Requirements:

▪ Fluency in Spanish and English;

▪ 3-5 years experience working in the field of communications or public relations;

▪ Knowledge of international and grassroots development; familiarity with the Central American context;

▪ Strong writing, layout and editing skills;

▪ Experience with desktop publishing tools;

▪ Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish;

▪ Flexibility, determination and initiative.

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience; excellent benefits; growth opportunities.

Please send cover letter and resume to jobsdc@riecken.org or tmarks@rabengroup.com.

*** From Jakki Russell:

Your friends (and fans) at Volunteers of America would appreciate having the attached job announcement posted in the next issue of JOTW.

Thank you,

Jakki Russell

Jacqueline F. Russell – HR Partner

Volunteers of America

1660 Duke Street

Alexandria, VA 22314

http://www.volunteersofamerica.org

37.) Media Relations Professional, Volunteers of America, Alexandria, VA

Volunteers of America in Alexandria, VA seeks a strong, hands-on, proven media relations professional to manage all aspects of its media relations program. Responsibilities include identifying, coordinating and securing extensive publicity opportunities for Volunteers of America; creating and executing strategic campaigns, including partnership with the Major League Baseball Players Trust; and acting as spokesperson to media. Successful candidate will also provide support to local offices for their regional PR efforts. Candidate must have existing media contacts in print, broadcast, and Internet.

Demonstrated experience in a variety of public relations situations including handling crisis situations, developing new relationships with media representatives, and planning integrated public relations campaigns. Ability to work some flexible hours required. Ability to travel is required.

To apply visit our web site at http://www.voa.org/AboutUs/JobsInternships/. EOE

*** From Ken Frager:

Ned,

I'd appreciate your help getting the word out about this position…thank you sir.

38.) Marketing Project Administrator, Johns Hopkins Health System, Baltimore, MD

Johns Hopkins Medicine Marketing & Communications seeks a Marketing Project Administrator to assist with developing and implementing institutional marketing initiatives related to clinical service lines and other institutional programs.

Our office is located in the attractive and convenient waterfront area of Fells Point. Excellent benefits, including medical, vision, dental coverage, up to 100 percent tuition reimbursement and generous paid time off.

Minimum of five to seven years experience in the field of advertising, marketing communications or public relations is required. Health care experience is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and desktop software applications required.

Johns Hopkins Medicine unites physicians and scientists of The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine with the organizations, health professionals and facilities of the Johns Hopkins Health System, including the world renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Please send resume to Kathy Smith, Director of Market Development, ksmith19@jhmi.edu.

*** From Barry Piatoff:

Ned,

I hope you are having a good summer.

Please post the following two jobs.

Thank you.

Barry Piatoff, SVP, Peter Bell & Associates, LLC

39.) Senior Director of Employee Communications, Fortune 500 Company, New York, New York

Our client is a very well-known, well-established, global Fortune 500 company. They have are looking for a Senior Director of Employee Communications for their midtown Manhattan office.

Provide direction and management to aspects of the company’s employee communications activities worldwide. Provide counsel and support for segment and unit level employee communications. Help foster increased, effective, face-to-face communications throughout the organization. The position will support internal communications through mass channels (employee publications, Intranet, corporate-wide e-mail, senior executive memoranda) and help drive major internal communications in a variety of areas (i.e. acquisitions and divestitures, reorganizations, crisis communications and major corporate initiatives). The goal is to support business results by improved employee engagement, chiefly through face-to-face communications and close support for segment level communications.

Reports to Vice President, Corporate Communications. Manage three professionals. Must have management experience involving employee print, electronic and face-to-face communications vehicles. Demonstrated understanding and track record in creating broad and effective communications initiatives for large corporations or organizations.

Salary $125K-$150K (might go higher for the right person) plus incentives. Approximately ten years experience. You should be dynamic, ambitious, polished, and be very professional. Prefer someone who has financial services experience, international experience or has worked for a global company.

Local candidates only.

To be considered for this position, e-mail your resume and cover letter as a Word Document attachment to:

barry@peterbellassociates.com

No calls please.

40.) Senior Media Relations Manager, Top Global Company, New York, New York

Our client is one of the world’s leaders in supplying informational services to the business, financial and education community. They are looking to add a Senior Media Relations Manager to their Corporate Communications Department in midtown Manhattan. This person will implement and manage media relations programs targeted to the business, financial and international news media and related trade publications. The goal of the position is to generate news coverage and build awareness and understanding of the company’s financial growth and potential. Reports to Senior Director, Corporate Communications. Manage pr agencies.

Responsibilities

Provide communications support to the company’s businesses in handling franchise threatening issues including crises, incidents, etc, that impact company’s ability to conduct business.

Assist in development of a communications strategy and related messaging.

Create media opportunities which showcase the company's performance, businesses, capabilities and leadership.

Establish and develop relationships with targeted news media including corporate financial press, in U.S. and globally, as well as vertical trade publications covering education, media, publishing, technology and financial services.

Manage the dissemination of all the company’s important financial announcements such as earnings, dividends, acquisitions, divestitures and executive announcements.

Prepare, research and write news releases and other background information for use by news media in creating stories about the company.

Develop/provide the news media with a steady flow of information that supports and fosters understanding of the company’s goal, strategy and success.

Prepare reports and media activity summaries of departmental activities for distribution to senior management.

Work with communications professionals to support key revenue generating initiatives and also stay informed of major initiatives.

Maintain media lists and historical records of all media placements (print, broadcast, etc).

Requirements

Seven+ years of public relations/media relations experience in an agency and/or corporate environment. Preference for corporate/financial media experience.

Strong crisis communications and issues management skills.

Excellent news writing skills.

Track record of media placements.

Strong contacts with news media.

Adept at detail oriented coordination and implementation of corporate media relations programs.

Ability to work with and be equally well received by all levels of employees.

Salary $100K-$120K. Excellent benefits package.

Local candidates only.

To be considered for this position, e-mail your resume and cover letter as a Word Document attachment to:

barry@peterbellassociates.com

No calls please.

*** From Shira Harrington:

Ned,

Here are two additional searches for posting in your 8/13 newsletter. Thanks

Shira Harrington

Sr. Recruiting Consultant

Positions Inc.

919 Eighteenth St. #230

Washington, DC 20006

202-659-9245 (fax)

sharrington@positionsincwdc.com

41.) Communications Director, Outdoor Advertising Association of America, Washington, DC

One of Washington’s leading advertising associations, OAAA, has a dynamic opportunity for a diverse communications professional. Manage the internal and external communication functions of the association and convey the power of the outdoor medium to others through a variety of communication channels, media relations activities and public service promotions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Write and edit publications and materials such as newsletters, newsclips, brochures, presentations, books, videos, annual report, website content, etc.

Manage media relations functions to include trafficking media inquiries, writing and distributing press releases and public statements, writing letters to the editor on behalf of the industry and offering third party experts. NOTE: unless desired, this position will not be required to proactively pitch to the media, which is currently handled by a third party consultant.

Initiate and respond to publicity/press activities locally and nationally for select public service programs. Identify and strengthen new and existing relationships with partnering organizations such as the Ad Council and the American Red Cross.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors degree in communications or related field

Minimum 5 – 7 + years experience in a communications setting, preferably from a trade association environment

Excellent written and communications skills, including editorial (style) expertise

Background in public relations required

Published history of newsletters, brochures, special articles or features

Ability to tailor written material to specific audience needs–special interest, legislative, marketing, general public

SALARY:

Mid-upper $60s + depending on experience

FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION:

Email cover letter, resume and 2 writing samples to Shira Harrington, Sr. Recruiting Consultant, Positions Inc. at sharrington@positionsincwdc.com with subject line: “Communications Director”. This is an exclusive search. Fee paid 100% by client company. All candidates must apply through Shira Harrington for consideration.

42.) Media Relations Manager, Nuclear Energy Institute, Washington, DC

Did you know that nuclear energy is the world's largest source of emission-free electricity and that nuclear power plants help to keep the air clean and preserve the Earth's climate? NEI (www.nei.org) is searching for an experienced media relations professional to promote the benefits of nuclear power through media relations in the trade and general press. As one of 3 managers, your focus will be to develop and implement strategies and tactics for cultivating media messages for the Western 1/3 of the US. In addition, you exclusively, will focus on the national trade press, concentrating on political and energy issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement media outreach strategy and tactics for press in Western 1/3 of the US, especially California.

• Build relationships with national trade press such as “Congressional Quarterly”, “Inside Energy”, “Fuel Cycle”, “Inside NRC”, etc.

• Coordinate media efforts with member companies and industry organizations.

• Write news releases, talking points, cover letters to the news media, letters-to-the-editor, op-eds, etc.

• Attend, monitor and report on news conferences, congressional hearings and other events related to the nuclear industry

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in journalism, public relations, communications or related field

• Minimum seven (7) years experience in a media relations capacity, preferably with some work in a public affairs setting

• Congressional, regulatory or political communications experience very strongly preferred

• Trade association experience desirable

• Background in energy will be given priority consideration.

• Must have worked in a fast-paced office, juggling multiple assignments.

• High energy, proactive personality with strong ability to proactively pitch to the media

SALARY: Upper $70s – low 80s

FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION:

Email resume, cover letter and at least 2 writing samples of a press releases and media clips to Shira Harrington, Sr. Recruiting Consultant, Positions Inc. at sharrington@positionsincwdc.com with subject line: “Media Relations Manager”. Note: only resumes and cover letters that are 100 percent free of typographical and formatting errors will be considered.

*** From Siobhan M. MacDermott:

Hi Ned,

Can you please post these three jobs for me? Any inquiries should come to me directly.

Many thanks!

Siobhan

Siobhan M. MacDermott

Vice President

Worldwide Corporate & Executive Communications

McAfee, Inc.

Siobhan_macdermott@mcafee.com

Tel 408.346.3783

Mobile 415.299.2945

EA Noelle Shipley

Noelle_shipley@mcafee.com

408.346.5288

43.) Manager, Consumer Public Relations, McAfee, Santa Clara, CA

This position is responsible for working closely with our consumer executives in defining and evolving McAfee’s consumer public relations strategy; including news and story ideation, news release writing and editing and driving thought leadership campaigns across the consumer segment.

Examples of services include news and story ideation, news release writing and editing, news distribution, media list management, news bureau and syndication management, feature story and news briefs placement, new product launches, event management, press conferences, trade show management, media tours, VNRs/ANRs, web casts, bylined articles, editorial board conferences, media training, sales promotions, product demos, media relations, radio promotions, speakers bureau, issues management, risk management, crisis communication, etc.

Responsibilities:

 Collaborate with integrated team leaders in preparation of strategic plans and day-to-day recommendations and strategies for McAfee’s consumer segment

 Write annual public relations plans with solid strategy and innovative tactics

 Develop and maintain strong relationships with media

 Write press releases and other documents, and pitch stories

 Event planning and execution

 Investigate & implement new and better ways to communicate with our customers to improve relationships, satisfaction scores and increase revenue

 Build strong working relationships with local and worldwide teams which will be necessary to accomplish the overall mandate

 Work closely with Global PR firm to execute on PR plan

Qualifications/Necessary Skills:

The Ideal Candidate:

 Highly organized and analytical mind-set

 Experience in dealing with global media and C-Level executives

 Excellent command of the English language

 Outstanding verbal and written communications skills

Additional Qualifications:

 Demonstrates strong problem solving and creative presentation skills

 Ability to manage, prioritize, multi-task and will have thrived in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

 Possess outstanding written and oral communications skills and be equally effective in both formal and informal settings with senior executives, peers, and business partners.

 A team player, effectively interacting with employees at all levels within the company.

 Must be a self-starter and have a strong attention to detail and the ability to handle many different projects simultaneously.

 A mentor/coach to direct reports

 Global PR experience is a plus

Education

 Bachelor degree is required, MBA preferred.

Contact: Siobhan M. MacDermott

Vice President

Worldwide Corporate & Executive Communications

McAfee, Inc.

Siobhan_macdermott@mcafee.com

44.) Director, Mid-Market Public Relations, McAfee, Santa Clara, CA

This position is responsible for working closely with our Mid-Market and channel executives in defining and evolving McAfee’s mid-market public relations strategy; including news and story ideation, news release writing and editing and driving thought leadership campaigns across the Mid-Market segment.

Examples of services include news and story ideation, news release writing and editing, news distribution, media list management, news bureau and syndication management, feature story and news briefs placement, new product launches, event management, press conferences, trade show management, media tours, VNRs/ANRs, web casts, bylined articles, editorial board conferences, media training, sales promotions, product demos, media relations, radio promotions, speakers bureau, issues management, risk management, crisis communication, etc.

Responsibilities:

 Collaborate with integrated team leaders in preparation of strategic plans and day-to-day recommendations and strategies for McAfee’s mid-market segment

 Write annual public relations plans with solid strategy and innovative tactics

 Motivate the team to ensure that assigned work is handled in a positive and strategic manner

 Develop and maintain strong relationships with media

 Write press releases and other documents, and pitch stories

 Event planning and execution

 Investigate & implement new and better ways to communicate with our customers to improve relationships, satisfaction scores and increase revenue

 Build strong working relationships with local and worldwide teams which will be necessary to accomplish the overall mandate

 Work closely with Global PR firm to execute on PR plan

Qualifications/Necessary Skills:

The Ideal Candidate:

 Highly organized and analytical mind-set

 Experience in dealing with global media and C-Level executives

 Excellent command of the English language

 Outstanding verbal and written communications skills

Additional Qualifications:

 Demonstrates strong problem solving and creative presentation skills

 Ability to manage, prioritize, multi-task and will have thrived in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

 Possess outstanding written and oral communications skills and be equally effective in both formal and informal settings with senior executives, peers, and business partners.

 A team player, effectively interacting with employees at all levels within the company.

 Must be a self-starter and have a strong attention to detail and the ability to handle many different projects simultaneously.

 A mentor/coach to direct reports

 Global PR experience is a plus

Education

 Bachelor degree is required, MBA preferred.

Contact: Siobhan M. MacDermott

Vice President

Worldwide Corporate & Executive Communications

McAfee, Inc.

Siobhan_macdermott@mcafee.com

45.) Director Marketing Communications, McAfee, Santa Clara, CA

Responsibilities:

Executive Communications

Collaborate with top executives to transform their ideas, vision, strategy, goals and direction into coherent and compelling communications that tell exactly the right story to the right audience. Work cross-functionally to gather data and interview subject matter experts, incorporating corporate and product strategy to ensure accurate information and on-target corporate messaging. Support the Executive Staff (CEO, CMO and additional marketing leadership as required.) Includes industry keynote, business and technical level pitches, employee meetings, product launch pitches, corporate pitches, customer meetings, and sales/marketing meetings. Must have extensive knowledge of powerpoint, video clips, collateral, flash presentations and other digital media.

Corporate Communications

Work across functional boundaries to pull together best approaches to communicate our corporate positioning and company message. Update the McAfee corporate presentation on a regular basis and work with executives from each of the functional groups to ensure all facets of McAfee are included (e.g. Finance, G&A, Development, Support, Sales, Marketing, Avert Labs, etc.) Participate in a field certification program to ensure sales compliance in delivering our corporate presentation effectively.

Product Communications

Work with the product marketing organization in the development of a product presentation source deck that spans the McAfee product and services lines, product flash videos and a McAfee product catalog. Ensure that all product communication material is created from a “single voice”.

Web Communications

Work with the web and product marketing teams to create, maintain, and keep fresh our corporate positioning and messaging framework on mcafee.com. Include innovative ways to “tell our story” (e.g. flash, graphics, dynamic diagrams and key messaging.)

Salary: DOE

Contact: Siobhan M. MacDermott

Vice President

Worldwide Corporate & Executive Communications

McAfee, Inc.

Siobhan_macdermott@mcafee.com

46.) Communications Manager, David and Lucile Packard Foundation, Los Altos, California

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=185800017

*** From Rick Kiernan:

Hi Ned–

Can you Post the following Opportunity for me:

Thanks very much!

Rick Kiernan

MPRI

47.) Bloggers, MPRI, Washington, DC

Bloggers Needed to fill position in Washington, DC area. Familiarity with Social Media tools–TECHNORATI, et al very helpful. Background in Media Analysis as well as VOCUS,BIZ 360 a plus. Contact Rick.kiernan@l-3com.com for further info

48.) Director, Communications and External Relations, New York Regional Association of Grantmakers, New York, New York

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=185700011

49.) Director of Development and Public Relations, United Methodist Elder Care, East Providence, Rhode Island http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=185600015

*** From Rob Doolittle:

Ned,

Please share these opportunities with the JOTW subscribers.

Thanks.

Rob Doolittle

General Dynamics

50.) Manager, Communications, General Dynamics, Falls Church, VA.

General Dynamics is seeking a communications professional with 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in public relations and marketing communications, including at least two years in a corporate (non-agency) setting, to join its headquarters communications staff.

This person will help fulfill media relations, event planning, writing, editing and creative requirements of the General Dynamics corporate communications program. The manager will be a member of a five-person professional staff that executes all external communications functions on corporate issues and supports 13 global business units in executing their communications strategies.

Responsibilities to include:

Contribute to development of innovative and creative public

relations/public affairs programs that effectively communicate to

desired audiences.

Coordinate with subject-matter experts and supervisors in developing

responses to incoming media inquiries and breaking news.

Interact with business-unit counterparts in managing review and approval process of press releases, media advisories, print advertisements, brochures and other communications tools.

Interact with designers, photographers and printers to manage design and production processes on a variety of materials (e.g., annual reports, print advertisements, brochures, marketing mementos).

Contribute to maintenance of corporate web presence.

Research, write and edit media and marketing materials, including

advisories, press releases, brochures and print ads.

Support communications requirements of other corporate departments

(Legal, Finance, Strategic Planning, Government Relations, Human

Resources) related to acquisitions, divestitures, financial events,

governance and similar corporate issues.

Ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate the following

abilities/skills/attributes:

Ability to accurately receive and provide information in oral and

written communications.

Familiarity and ability to edit news copy for consistency with

Associated Press style.

Commitment to responding to the needs and requests of others, internally and externally, with a high degree of urgency.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely and to manage processes in a timely manner.

Attention to accuracy and detail in work product.

Ability to manage multiple projects and produce quality results under

tight deadlines.

Proficiency in the use of common communications software applications

(Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Adobe Photoshop, Acrobat) and

office tools (Lotus Notes, Internet Explorer).

Natural curiosity and desire to learn about technology, manufacturing

and business management.

Understanding of federal budgeting process, relationship between U.S.

congress and executive agencies and the role of media in shaping public opinion.

Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, journalism, marketing or

related field.

This is a hands-on opportunity for a motivated, confident, collaborative, career-oriented communicator who enjoys diving deep into business, technical, national security and political issues.

Interested candidates should send cover letter outlining direct, relevant experience, and a resume to Rob Doolittle (rdoolittle@gd.com) or Tara Dunlap (tdunlap@gd.com).

General Dynamics is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.

51.) Communications Specialist, General Dynamics, Falls Church, VA.

General Dynamics is seeking a results-oriented professional with 2 or more years of public relations or marketing communications experience to join its headquarters communications staff.

This person will be part of a 5-person team and will focus on fulfilling the media relations, event planning, writing, editing and creative requirements of the General Dynamics corporate communications program. The communications specialist will be responsible for the development, implementation and administration of various marketing and communication functions, including:

Coordinating review of public relations and marketing communications

materials.

Maintaining media lists.

Media monitoring.

Proofreading media materials.

Maintaining calendars of critical events, including soliciting input

from business units.

Contributing to maintenance of company website.

Qualifications:

A results-oriented professional with two or more years experience performing similar responsibilities.

Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, journalism, marketing or

related field.

Familiarity with common communications software applications (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Adobe Photoshop, Acrobat) and office tools (Lotus Notes, Internet Explorer).

Self-motivated, disciplined, ambitious and eager to learn.

Ability to manage multiple projects and produce quality results under

tight deadlines.

This is a hands-on opportunity for a confident, collaborative communicator who is seeking an opportunity to learn and contribute to innovative communications initiatives in a big-company environment.

Interested candidates should send cover letter outlining direct, relevant experience, and a resume to Rob Doolittle (rdoolittle@gd.com) or Tara Dunlap (tdunlap@gd.com).

52.) Web Developer, American Bankruptcy Institute, Alexandria, Virginia

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=185700001

*** From Chris Nilsen:

Please post the following position to your listserv. Thanks!

53.) Ad Agency- Direct Mail Acct Supervisor or Account Executive, Advertising Agency, Chicago, IL

Ref # 0493. Chicago ad agency seeks Direct Marketing Account Supervisor or Account Executive to maintain and grow direct marketing client business, coordinate with internal team and with clients. Client is well known credit card marketer. Responsibilities will reflect level of hire. Thirty two person agency is known for creative integration, fun atmosphere, and innovative work for consumer clients. Located west of the Chicago loop; easily accessible by public transit. DM account is growing. Position serves as a liaison between creatives, production departments and clients; assists in new business pursuits. Reports directly to Senior Account Manager. Position offers excellent benefits, including 401(k) and profit sharing. Immediate hire!

Qualifications:

3 years’ direct marketing experience needed. Direct response mail is a must. Will consider candidates from ad agency, service bureau, or print production environment.

Strong attention to detail and excellent communication and presentation skills imperative. Able to manage multiple programs and projects as well as large numbers of individual client managers/personalities. Environment is fast paced and constantly changing. Not interested in candidates whose only experiences are in catalog, internet, database, event marketing, promotions or PR.

Responsibilities:

Maintain and build relationships with clients to grow business and direct marketing department. Communicate extensively with clients and understand how to implement strategies to meet their wants and needs. 50% client work, mostly by phone, 50% internal agency coordination. Develop internal team including creatives and production department. Coordinate accounts every step of the way from client meetings and research to finished presentation. Also manage financial reporting and invoicing.

Please forward your resume as a .doc and writing sample with cover letter including salary information, and state how you fit the specs. Send materials to lynn@lhazan.com and call 312-863-5401 to follow up. Resumes without cover letters and salary information will not be accepted.

54.) Editorial Producer, Sports on Earth, MLB Advanced Media, New York, NY

Sports on Earth, LLC (SOE), a subsidiary of Major League Baseball Advanced Media (MLBAM), operates sports Internet and multimedia ventures not directly tied to MLB.com or the official baseball club websites. Currently, SOE is seeking an Editorial Producer.

The Editorial Producer is responsible for creating content and maintaining SOE's partner sites, such as MLSNet.com, WCSN.com, SNY.tv, YESNetwork.com, AVP.com, Minor League Baseball, USA Baseball, Tiger Woods Mobile, and more. Editorial Producers work closely with partner representatives, and independent columnists and writers to ensure that the sites provide users with the most relevant, informative and interesting content possible.

Responsibilities

Editing and posting all content for use on partner websites

Write headlines, captions, blurbs for partner websites

Select and crop photos

Make judgments on story significance and arrange content into lead packages

Communicate with the rest of the SOE and MLBAM editorial team to ensure that all content is accurately placed on the partner sites

Liaise with SOE partners to ensure that key content goals are met during the migration, launch and post-launch maintenance phases of the partner sites

Position may include night and weekend shifts

Qualifications

Strong copy-editing skills

Thorough knowledge of sports

Knowledge of HTML, web publishing a plus

Experience with Photoshop or other photo editing software a plus

Strong communication, presentation, organization, problem-solving, critical-thinking and leadership skills

Team player a must

Salary: Commensurate with experience

To apply, please e-mail your resume to jlc@mlb.com with the job title in the subject line.

No telephone calls, please. We will contact you should we need further information or to request an interview.

MLB Advanced Media, L.P.

Attn: Human Resources

75 Ninth Avenue, 5th Floor

New York, NY 10011

E-mail: jlc@mlb.com

Fax: 212.485.3456

No telephone calls, please.

http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/help/jobs.jsp?job=soe_producer

55.) Communications Associate, NYC Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center, New York, New York

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=185000005

*** From Bill Seiberlich:

56.) Communications Manager, Chase Card Services, a division of JPMorgan Chase, Wilmington, DE

Chase Card Services, a division of JPMorgan Chase & Co., headquartered

in Wilmington, DE is seeking a Communications Manager I.

This External Affairs position includes both on-going media relations

responsibilities to proactively support company initiatives, as well as the co-branding programs that are critical to the growth of the company.

A key requirement for this position is the ability to work closely in a cross-functional manner with the entire Communication & Public Affairs, Marketing and Strategic Business Units and Acquisitions teams.

The position also functions as the liaison to the corporate media

relations team, participates in bank-wide meetings and supports agreed

upon initiatives. They will be responsible for helping to manage the

external communications components of these multiple co-branding

initiatives, ranging from relatively small programs to national

campaigns for Fortune 500 companies. The quality of the creative and

strategic thinking that the individual brings to each of these

relationships will determine how effective the External Affairs campaign can be in support of the business/marketing objectives. The ability of the person in this role to negotiate the External Affairs contribution on behalf of the interests of Chase Card Services, will also directly impact the outcome. Project management skills and the ability to manage outside vendors are essential as is an unerring sense of timing and the ability to meet deadlines.

The person in this role must win the trust and support of internal

clients, including the marketing leadership in charge of these

relationships, as a value-added participant. The External Affairs team

creates and executes comprehensive programs that contribute to the

growth of the business, differentiate us in the marketplace, enhance our reputation and brand, and create awareness of our products and services. They will be responsible for managing a number of public relations initiatives, including new card launches, sustaining programs and product promotion.

Progressive public relations experience, with a corporate or agency

background, primarily in a competitive business-to-consumer environment.

Strategic communications contribution to overall marketing programs is

expected. He/she will have demonstrated complex project management

experience, managed significant budgets and client assignments for

package-goods and/or consumer branded products.

Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing strategic and

tactical integrated public relations plans, as well as an understanding sub-disciplines of branding, product development, and marketing communications, deep understanding of the consumer process and customer relationship management.

Management competency and interpersonal skills to work effectively with peers and subordinates in a cooperative team environment; history of retaining and developing marketing staff members; developing strong internal and external relationships is required.

Excellent speaking and listening skills to exchange information in a

clear and concise manner (at all levels of the organization and in large and small groups) with a positive approach that fosters a team

environment is necessary. Facilitation skills to lead high-level

strategic planning sessions are required. Creative thinking skills

combined with strong business acumen.

Track record of creative programs executed to meet business objectives.

Writing skills are assumed. Media relations experience at a national

level is expected. Experience in counseling corporate leaders is needed.

Highly motivated and able/willing to combine a strong work ethic with a passion for doing excellent work. Strong intellectual abilities in order to quickly assimilate new information and grasp the political nuances of a situation. Financial/Card experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications:

– Financial services/Credit card experience is preferred.

– Bachelor degree with 8+ years of communications, public relations and management experience required. Graduate degree in a related discipline preferred.

– Preference for a professional background which includes some

combination of corporate and agency employment

– Demonstrated ability to effectively manage complex and multiple

communications initiatives concurrently.

– Superior project management and execution skills.

– Client-focused and service-oriented.

– Strong leadership ability.

– Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Capable of

articulating viewpoints and objectives to all levels of audiences

– Team player with positive attitude and an ability to build

relationships across all staff levels and departments.

– A track record of accomplishments/successes indicating substantial

expertise in creative programs combined with natural business acumen.

Contact: Interested candidates contact Tanya M. Madison, vice

president, External Affairs, at Tanya.M.Madison@chase.com

57.) Product PR Manager/Director, GlaxoSmithKline, Collegeville, PA

JOB DIMENSIONS

– Ability to maintain and track project budgets

– Ability to travel internationally up to 20% of time.

– Maintain confidentiality in managing confidential and share price

sensitive information

– Management of external agencies

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

STRATEGIC

– Plan and develop Global strategic PR programs to support Commercial

objectives for oncology compounds that are in development, working with regions to ensure program implementation internationally.

– Assess situations, determine strategic approach and develop

appropriate and accurate materials that are on strategy and message,

while minimizing the requirement for rewrite.

– Lead the PR agency in the development of high quality materials that

reflect brand strategy and messages.

– Liaise with Product Communications, Corporate Communications and

Investor Relations to provide support as required for briefing of

internal and external stakeholders.

TACTICAL

– Independently plan and implement Global PR programs to support

Commercial objectives.

– Direct and manage PR agencies in the development and execution of

international PR programs.

– Write specific global PR materials to support events/activities for

implementation by global or regions, LOCs.

– Prepare press releases on non-share price sensitive information.

– Proactively plan for issues and develop accurate and appropriate

materials that maximize PR value/neutralize negative PR impact and

prepare internal spokespersons to address issues.

– Ensure Corporate Communications is briefed on relevant issues and has appropriate issues management materials in a timely manner.

– Brief regions/LOCs on relevant issues and provide issues management

materials in a timely manner

– Contribute to development and communication of product/disease

specific communication materials.

– Provide appropriate support to allied Communications staff on

compounds, disease states, milestones and data.

– Obtain necessary approvals for all PR materials.

– Solicit and accurately interpret and integrate reviewer input into

materials in a timely manner. Resolve outstanding viewpoints and address sensitivities.

– Edit documents to ensure they are on strategy and message, and are

focused, clear, and accurate.

– Proofread documents for consistency and accuracy.

– Maintain and update internal and external PR websites

PLANNING/ORGANIZING

– Plan PR activities for each financial year.

– Manage budget for these activities and agencies to deliver on time

and budget.

– Identify PR opportunities and plan and co-ordinate the implementation of such programs.

Qualifications:

– BA/BS Degree in science or journalism/communications 3-5 years'

experience in pharmaceutical PR via direct pharmaceutical PR or through a healthcare PR agency (minimum of 5 years experience for more senior position)

– Demonstrated strategic thinking ability

– Expertise in PR program planning and development Experience in

crisis/issues management

– Excellent written and verbal communication skills

– Agency management experience

– Creativity, Problem solving ability

– Excellent judgment

– Negotiation skills

– Very high level of attention to detail, accuracy

– Diplomacy, sensitivity and experience managing media queries and

issues management

– Ability to manage high volume of work in a fast- paced environment

and deliver high quality work product within deadline and budget

– Ability to work within a matrix environment

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of oncology therapeutic area

Compensation: GlaxoSmithKline is dedicated to an innovative workplace

and supports you with career long opportunities and learning. We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package designed to attract and retain the very best. We offer a competitive total compensation package as well as an environment conducive to personal and professional growth.

No agency referrals please.

Developing talent through equality of opportunity, M/F/D/V.

Contact: For confidential consideration and efficient processing,

please apply online at:

https://careers.peopleclick.com/Client_GSK/BU1/EXTERNAL1931/newcandidate.asp?Source=PRSA&JobID=110618

58.) Senior Marketing Communications Writer, Automated Financial Systems (AFS), Exton, PA

Automated Financial Systems (AFS) is the market leader in lending,

treasury, and associated decision support software for the financial

industry. AFS is a privately held company that serves the top banks in

the U.S. Through our core product offerings and ASP model, AFS customers are guaranteed to increase revenue, reduce costs, and gain competitive advantage.

Sr. Marketing Communications Writer responsibilities may include: As

the hands-on supervisor of a small staff of writing and desktop

publishing professionals, you will develop b-to-b content for a variety of marketing and public relations materials and collaborate with LOB heads and designers on concepts that support our strategic objectives.

You will also proofread, review, and edit all materials for accuracy and compliance to branding standards.

About Us: Based in Exton, PA, AFS is 37 years old, and employs over

300. Our employees are afforded a business casual work environment,

exceptional benefits, and the opportunity to work for a company whose

expertise in lending solutions is unparalleled.

Qualified candidates should posess: 10+ years of writing/editing

experience, preferably in the financial services industry. This

experience should be complemented by strong proofreading skills and

familiarity with AP Style Guide or Chicago Manual of Style.

For AFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and provides for a

drug free work environment

Contact: consideration, forward your qualifications in MS-Word format

to, or apply online through our website at

www.afsvision.com/careers/apply_online.html

59.) Public Relations AE/Sr. AE:, FCF Schmidt Public Relations, Plymouth Meeting, PA

FCF Schmidt Public Relations is seeking Public Relations Account

Execs/Senior Account Execs.

One of Philadelphia's leading PR firms — and a two-time Philadelphia

Business Journal “Best Places to Work” winner — seeks Account

Executives & Senior Account Executives to join the fun at our growing

organization.

We are seeking creative and strategic thinkers, multi-tasking experts,

strong writers and obsessed, detail-oriented nitpickers.

We require candidates who:

1) know how to build stellar client relationships;

2) look at challenges with a “bring it on” mentality; and

3) thrive on having fun, fostering collaboration and building

relationships with colleagues in a team setting.

We would like to meet candidates with 1-5 years of experience in public relations.

We offer a competitive salary, 100% paid health benefits, frequent

opportunity for bonus/profit-sharing, a work environment that places an extremely high value on work/life balance, a supportive team of

colleagues who truly care about professional development/success, and a diverse client roster that will enhance your B-to-B and B-to-C

experience level. (Did we mention a rockin' summer picnic, an

unparalleled holiday gift and a fun surprise on your birthday?)

Our employees enjoy the fact that “all roads lead to Plymouth Meeting,” where our brand-new office sits less than a mile from the PA Turnpike and the Blue Route.

Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience.

Contact: You are invited to inquire about current opportunities for

permanent employment at FCF Schmidt Public Relations by emailing a

summary of your experience and interests to Maribeth Roman Schmidt at

mschmidt@fcfschmidtpr.com .

60.) Manager, Internal Communications, NRG Energy, Princeton, NJ

We are a growing company looking to fill the newly created position of

Internal Communications Manager. A challenging and exciting role, the

Internal Communications Manager will support NRG's leadership team and

develop an internal communications strategy to help deliver lively and

current information about Company news, events, and corporate and human resources (HR) initiatives. This person will report to the Vice

President of Communications, working closely with others in the

Communications department, HR and members of the executive team to

develop messaging and vehicles to help employees understand NRG's

business strategy, organizational goals and culture.

Qualified candidates must have superb communication skills and be able

to work closely with senior management, overseeing projects from concept to completion. A Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or related field is required along with 7+ years experience in internal

communications, including copywriting for internal and external clients, and a minimum of two years experience in marketing or in an online environment, including content management. Candidate must be able to prioritize multiple complex projects on tight deadlines, have the proven ability to translate concepts and ideas into clearly written communications, and be proficient with web editing software.

NRG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

Company Summary: Fortune 500 compay headquartered in Princeton, NJ, NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) owns and operates a diverse portfolio of

power-generating facilities.

Contact: Please email resume to jobposting@nrgenergy.com Attn: MIC

*** From Jill Kurtz:

I am leaving my job with Arlington (VA) Public Schools and here is the resulting vacancy announcement. Thanks for helping to spread the word.

Jill Kurtz

School & Community Relations

703-228-6185

jkurtz@arlington.k12.va.us

61.) COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR/WEBMASTER, Arlington School Board, Arlington, VA

Personnel Services announces an opening for the Communications Coordinator position. The Communications Coordinator position is Grade E8, with a salary range of $58,377 to $86,412. Placement on this range is dependent upon qualifications, relevant experience, the supervisor’s recommendation and approval of the Personnel Office. This is a twelve-month position effective immediately.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK:

The Communication Coordinator, who works under the general supervision of the Director, School/Community Relations, performs a variety of Web management and communications activities, including but not limited to:

• Serving as the Webmaster for the Arlington Public Schools central administration’s Web site, and responsible for maintaining the Web site and providing training and technical assistance to other staff members on posting updates to the appropriate Web site.

• Coordinating efforts to provide a full range of communications programs designed to create and maintain favorable public relations for the school division, both internally and for the community at large.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Plans, designs, implements, maintains and evaluates communication efforts based on division and department goals and objectives.

• Serves as the Webmaster for the Arlington Public Schools Web site.

• Defines, creates, monitors and enforces Web site content, policies and standards.

• Provides daily oversight of the APS Web site, APS School Talk (a subscriber email news service) and other Web-based communication services.

• Coordinates Web standards and Web publishing efforts with departments and schools.

• Researches, identifies, monitors and evaluates electronic communication tools.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK: – con’t.

• Researches and recommends cost-effective communication solutions.

• Creates and provides professional development opportunities.

• Oversees and manages SchoolWires, the APS Web content management system (CMS) vendor, to ensure the APS Web site is a strong and effective communication vehicle.

• Monitors “Feedback” correspondence and responds to internal and external inquiries about Arlington Public Schools.

• Assists with the creation of other communications materials as needed to enhance APS communication.

• Collaborates with senior management, department, school and county staff members to provide effective communication and marketing services.

• Provides support for community relations and crisis communications.

• Provides support to department and schools staff as needed or assigned.

• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to develop solutions, recommendations and modifications for the Web and other electronic communication vehicles to support and enhance effective communication about the Arlington Public Schools.

• Ability to provide training and support for school and department Web editors.

• Thorough knowledge of Web management, writing, design and maintenance.

• Thorough knowledge of a wide range of computer equipment, programs, and applications, including content management solutions.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work collaboratively with people.

• Ability to work in a culturally diverse setting.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, supervisors, school personnel, and the general public.

• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently to plan, organize and coordinate assignments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor’s degree plus experience developing and managing a Web site for a public or private sector organization to support a strong and effective public relations and communication program; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skill, and ability.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Candidates must submit an application, a resume with professional qualifications, three writing samples and three letters of reference to the Assistant Superintendent, Personnel Services.

SELECTION PROCESS

All selected candidates will be interviewed by a screening committee chaired by the Director, School/Community Relations., who will submit a report to the Assistant Superintendent for Personnel Services and the Superintendent. The Superintendent will interview the finalist(s) and forward a recommendation to the School Board for final selection.

APPLICATION PACKET MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF PERSONNEL SERVICES, ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS, 1426 N. QUINCY STREET, ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA 22207.

Closing Date: August 31, 2007

JOB NUMBER P/E07-08.013

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE

ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT, PERSONNEL SERVICES

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy 35-4.05, that employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, or disability.

62.) Public Relations Executive – Homemakers Media Holdings, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

An opportunity exists for an energetic, creative and motivated individual to join a dynamic media company within the public relations department. This position will require a flexibility in projects and a timeliness for deadlines

Company Description

Homemakers Media Holding is a dynamic media company, with four brands, three direct advertising publications Homemakers Fair , homeTALK and Complex Living and nine national home lifestyle shows.

Requirements

• Excellent writing ability

• High level project management skills; the ability to work on multiple on-going projects

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English and Afrikaans)

• Ability to work alone yet be part of a team

• Media experience

• Advanced computer skills

• Be prepared to travel and work outside normal working hours

• Knowledge of marketing communication principles and skills

• Ability to work in a pressurized work environment conducting work with a sense of urgency and strong priority

Advantageous

• Action oriented/performance-driven

• Conceptual thinker

• Proactive and enthusiastic self-starter

• Work independently

• Accuracy and attention to detail

Personal Skills/Attributes

• Creative innovative thinker

• Team player

• Lots of energy, enthusiasm and determination

• Not scared to take a hands-on role

• Good interpersonal & communication skills

• High degree of integrity and professionalism

Contact

Hestelle Robinson

Homemakers Media Holdings

+27 11 683 9215

hestelle@homemakersfair.co.za

http://www.bizcommunity.com/Job/196/18/56900.html

63.) PT Promo Asst, KINK FM 102, CBS Radio, Portland, OR

KINK FM 102 has an opening for a part time Promotions Assistant. Duties include driving station vehicle to event and promotion sites, set-up of promotions, coordination of vehicle appearance calendar and clerical/data entry. Candidate must be organized, willing to work evenings and weekends, comfortable dealing with the public and have an excellent driving record. Experience with retail and radio promotions a plus. To apply, send your resume by 9/1/07 to KINK Radio, 1501 SW Jefferson St. Portland, OR 97201; e-mail jobs@kink.fm CBS Radio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact: Stan Mak

1501 SW Jefferson

Portland, OR 97201

E-Mail: jobs@kink.fm

Web Site: http://www.cbsradio.com

*** The alternative selections from Mark Sofman:

for your and the Greater JOTW's delectation:

64.) PUBLIC RELATIONS MAN – CHICAGO, IL, US

http://www.jobcentral.com/viewjob.asp?sjobid=IL0337817

65.)VIDEO PROJECTIONIST – HOULTON, ME, US

http://www.jobcentral.com/viewjob.asp?sjobid=ME0073040

This page be a good place to start if you're interested in this job, http://imdb.com/title/tt0067622/

And if you don't know who Chuck McCann is, go here: http://www.chuckmccann.net/

The position description says nothing specific about corporal punishment….;-)

66.) Associate Conduct and Discipline Officer, P-2, The United Nations

https://jobs.un.org/Galaxy/Release3/vacancy/Display_Vac.aspx?lang=1200&VACID=c8f14b44-82b3-43cb-8f74-075772d25285

(Ned comments: That is a major reason why, in general, you have your own private sergeant at arms, to provide corporal punishment.)

*** Weekly Piracy Report:

05.08.2007: 0330 LT: 06:19.29N – 003:23.62E, Lagos anchorage, Nigeria.

Two robbers armed with long knives boarded a LPG tanker at anchor. Duty crew raised alarm and robbers escaped with ship's stores. Port control informed. Ship advised to drift 15 nm away from pilot station.

16.07.2007: 2310 LT: Callao anchorage, Peru.

Robbers managed to board a container ship at anchor. Within a period of ten minutes, they stole ships stores even though there were four ships crew on roving watch. Port control informed but no response.

03.07.2007 1920 LT: Pier 5D, Callao port, Peru.

Three masked robbers armed with knives boarded a berthed container ship. One robber with a knife held a duty cadet on watch whilst the other two lowered lashing chains to their waiting boat. After 10 minutes, the robbers sighted the coast guard patrol boat and immediately jumped into the water and escaped. Alert coast guard pursued the boat. The boat was finally recovered near the fishing berths with the knives on board, but the stolen stores and the robbers were missing.

05.08.2007: 0255 LT: 00:01.3N – 117:35.1E, Bontang anchorage, Indonesia.

Seven robbers armed with guns, knives, crowbars and steel pipes boarded a bulk carrier at anchor. They held the duty AB at gunpoint and tied him up. They tried to break open the bosun store door but were unsuccessful. The robbers stole the duty AB’s walkie-talkie and other ship's stores and escaped.

05.08.2007: 1535 LT: Posn 02:18N – 107:04:48E, Anambas Islands, Indonesia.

Four pirates in a speedboat approached a sailing yacht underway. When the pirate boat was nearly alongside, a pirate standing on the bow of the boat, attempted to throw a small warp-anchor with a thin rope attached to enable to board the yacht. The master of the yacht increased speed and manoeuvred the yacht in zigzag manner. Luckily, the pirate boats’ engine failed enabling the yacht to escape.

03.08.2007: 0620 UTC: 02:54N – 051:42E, 240 NM off Somali coast, Somalia.

Pirates in a medium-sized craft altered towards a container ship, underway. As the master altered course, the craft altered her course and continued to remain on collision course with the container ship. Due to the large difference in speeds between the two ships, the pirate craft aborted her attempt.

02.08.2007: 0200 LT: Posn: 29:43.06N – 048:40.1E, Umm Qasr anchorage, Iraq.

Robbers armed with guns boarded a container ship and opened fire with automatic weapons, which damaged master’s cabin porthole and second officer received injuries on his fingers. Robbers stole ship’s cash, master and crew’s personal belongings and cash.

29.07.2007: 1020 UTC: Posn 00:27:5S – 049:36:4E, 270NM Off Somali coast, Somalia.

A suspicious craft followed a bulk carrier underway for 4 hours. The craft failed to reply on VHF and did not transmit any AIS data. As the master altered course to move away from the craft, the craft aborted the chase and proceed towards the Somali coast. After a few hours, the same craft started following the bulk carrier again. She followed the bulk carrier for about 3 hours and when the master once again took evasive action, the craft aborted her attempt and altered towards the Somali coast.

*** Hat of the week: Ball cap: Harwich Mariners – Cape Cod Baseball League (the blue and grey version)

*** Coffee Mug of the Day: A&R Edelman (Thanks to Greta Newgren, who also sent some very cool zip-up sweatshirts)

*** T-Shirt of the day: Bird Watcher’s General Store 2007 – Rte. 6A – Orleans – Cape Cod (this one is, as they call it at BWGS, is “pervert purple”)

*** Today's featured musical accompaniment: Emerson Hart

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