Monday, December 10, 2007
Toronto MSVU Grads, This is for YOU!
Living in the Toronto area? Want to connect with others who attended MSVU. Check this out! Dinner with 12 Strangers. It's being promoted by one of our own MSVU PR Grads.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
For our Calgary grads
I know most of you left here for a job out there, but if you find yourself in the position of looking, this is a nice one found on GoodWork.
CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Position: RVC Coordinator
Organization: Parks Foundation Calgary http://www.parksfdn.com
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Background
Parks Foundation Calgary is a not-for-profit organization
created in 1985. We have spent the past 22 years as a
catalyst in the creation of over $100 million worth of
parks and natural areas throughout the Calgary community.
The Parks Foundation has three core committees: Amateur
Sports, Partner Parks and the River Valleys Committee (RVC).
The RVC works to conserve, protect and champion Calgary's
rivers, creeks, wetlands and valleys. We promote the
environmental, heritage, aesthetic, social and economic
values of Calgary's rivers and river valleys and create
opportunities for Calgarians to engage in related
stewardship activities. Our mission is to enhance the
profile of Calgary's river systems for the purpose of
protecting and improving the overall riverine environment.
The RVC provides a structure and forum for joint
partnerships with communities, individuals and other
volunteer groups. In doing so, we provide a focus and
location for participants to share ideas and to identify,
develop and comment on numerous river-related projects.
Our evolving activities require a coordinator to ensure the
consistent, professional execution of our messages and
mandate. This position may be full- or part-time, depending
on skills and qualifications.
Accountability
Reporting to the Manager and Chair of the RVC and the
President of the Parks Foundation, the RVC Coordinator
is responsible for the following:
Specific Duties
* Produce periodic reports, newsletters and other
communication materials and projects
* Coordinate public workshops, meetings and special events
* Coordinate volunteer orientation events.
General Responsibilities
* Implement a River Valleys Committee communication plan
* Provide staff support to the RVC Executive in the form of
agendas, minutes and support materials
* Coordinate communications with committee members and
other community organizations as well
as government departments and other stakeholders
* Organize workshops and special project working groups,
coordinate guest speakers as required
* Develop grant applications for special RVC projects as
necessary
* Attend community and stakeholder meetings on issues
related to RVC mandate and provide
summaries for RVC members
* Liaise with Parks Foundation Communications Committee
* Liaise with media as appropriate.
Qualifications
* Degree or diploma in communications, public relations
or equivalent in a related field
* Minimum two years experience in a position requiring
communications expertise
* Experience working with volunteers
* Familiarity with city planning and processes is an asset
* Strong writing and editing skills with acute attention to
detail
* Experience in developing grant applications,
communications and PR strategies
* Experience working with media (arranging coverage,
coordinating interviews, etc)
* High-energy, self-directed and able to manage multiple
competing tasks with tight deadlines.
Salary: $40,000 per year. This is a one-year contract
position with the possibility of renewal.
Start date: 2 January 2008. Preference will be given to
candidates from Calgary and region.
Please provide a letter of interest and résumé by Friday 30
November 2007 to Mac Hickley at mhickley@parksfdn.com .
No phone calls.
About GoodWork:
PLEASE KEEP GOODWORK SUSTAINABLE:
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
(1) Tell them you saw this opportunity on GoodWork.
(2) Help spread the word. Tell your friends and green
connections about GoodWork. Please send them our intro
message: http://planetfriendly.net/gwannounce.txt
(3) Please contribute if you can:
http://planetfriendly.net/goodworkdonate.html
CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Position: RVC Coordinator
Organization: Parks Foundation Calgary http://www.parksfdn.com
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Background
Parks Foundation Calgary is a not-for-profit organization
created in 1985. We have spent the past 22 years as a
catalyst in the creation of over $100 million worth of
parks and natural areas throughout the Calgary community.
The Parks Foundation has three core committees: Amateur
Sports, Partner Parks and the River Valleys Committee (RVC).
The RVC works to conserve, protect and champion Calgary's
rivers, creeks, wetlands and valleys. We promote the
environmental, heritage, aesthetic, social and economic
values of Calgary's rivers and river valleys and create
opportunities for Calgarians to engage in related
stewardship activities. Our mission is to enhance the
profile of Calgary's river systems for the purpose of
protecting and improving the overall riverine environment.
The RVC provides a structure and forum for joint
partnerships with communities, individuals and other
volunteer groups. In doing so, we provide a focus and
location for participants to share ideas and to identify,
develop and comment on numerous river-related projects.
Our evolving activities require a coordinator to ensure the
consistent, professional execution of our messages and
mandate. This position may be full- or part-time, depending
on skills and qualifications.
Accountability
Reporting to the Manager and Chair of the RVC and the
President of the Parks Foundation, the RVC Coordinator
is responsible for the following:
Specific Duties
* Produce periodic reports, newsletters and other
communication materials and projects
* Coordinate public workshops, meetings and special events
* Coordinate volunteer orientation events.
General Responsibilities
* Implement a River Valleys Committee communication plan
* Provide staff support to the RVC Executive in the form of
agendas, minutes and support materials
* Coordinate communications with committee members and
other community organizations as well
as government departments and other stakeholders
* Organize workshops and special project working groups,
coordinate guest speakers as required
* Develop grant applications for special RVC projects as
necessary
* Attend community and stakeholder meetings on issues
related to RVC mandate and provide
summaries for RVC members
* Liaise with Parks Foundation Communications Committee
* Liaise with media as appropriate.
Qualifications
* Degree or diploma in communications, public relations
or equivalent in a related field
* Minimum two years experience in a position requiring
communications expertise
* Experience working with volunteers
* Familiarity with city planning and processes is an asset
* Strong writing and editing skills with acute attention to
detail
* Experience in developing grant applications,
communications and PR strategies
* Experience working with media (arranging coverage,
coordinating interviews, etc)
* High-energy, self-directed and able to manage multiple
competing tasks with tight deadlines.
Salary: $40,000 per year. This is a one-year contract
position with the possibility of renewal.
Start date: 2 January 2008. Preference will be given to
candidates from Calgary and region.
Please provide a letter of interest and résumé by Friday 30
November 2007 to Mac Hickley at mhickley@parksfdn.com .
No phone calls.
About GoodWork:
PLEASE KEEP GOODWORK SUSTAINABLE:
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
(1) Tell them you saw this opportunity on GoodWork.
(2) Help spread the word. Tell your friends and green
connections about GoodWork. Please send them our intro
message: http://planetfriendly.net/gwannounce.txt
(3) Please contribute if you can:
http://planetfriendly.net/goodworkdonate.html
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Meet the Government Folks
This is a reminder for all PR students and recent graduates about the upcoming Government of Canada and MSVU information and networking session. This is your chance to ask government communications professionals about their work and find out about pursuing a career with the federal government. Here are the event details: When: Friday, October 12th, 2007Time: From 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.Where: Mount Saint Vincent University - Auditorium A and the Faculty Lounge Cost: Free How to Register: Register via email at nancy.jones@acoa-apeca.gc.ca Deadline to register: Tuesday, October 9th, 2007 - Spaces are going quickly, so register well in advance to guarantee your spot. We've created a blog at Halifax Student Networking Café (http://halifaxstudentnetworkingcafe.blogspot.com/). We'll be posting messages on an almost daily basis leading up to the event. Check out what your fellow students are saying and read about the experiences of graduates who've been bridged into the federal public service. Oh yeah, we'll be posting a few stories from the communications experts too. Don't miss this opportunity! Be sure to RSVP today!
Saturday, July 28, 2007
International Jobs
Attn: MSVU Public Relations Grads
are you looking for international positions in public relations and communication? Here are two websites I've come across:
https://jobs.un.org/Galaxy/Release3/vacancy/Display_Vac_List.aspx?lang=1200&OCCG=12
http://www.gainhealth.org/gain/ch/en-en/index.cfm?page=/gain/home/working_with_gain/work_at_gain/apply_job
If I didn't like my job so much, I might have considered applying for a few of these myself!
Happy Job Hunting!
are you looking for international positions in public relations and communication? Here are two websites I've come across:
https://jobs.un.org/Galaxy/Release3/vacancy/Display_Vac_List.aspx?lang=1200&OCCG=12
http://www.gainhealth.org/gain/ch/en-en/index.cfm?page=/gain/home/working_with_gain/work_at_gain/apply_job
If I didn't like my job so much, I might have considered applying for a few of these myself!
Happy Job Hunting!
Thursday, July 12, 2007
Graduate Student wins $1000 scholarship
Cynthia Martin, a member of the first graduate student cohort, has won a $1,000 CFUW Memorial Scholarship. Cynthia's application indicated that her experience and research fit the values of the CFUW. In her congratulations message the committee wrote, " we felt your past and future goals would contribute a lot to society..." Congratulations, Cynthia!
Thursday, May 24, 2007
Providence Health Care in Vancouver Job Opening
this is from doctor d's inbox...
Vancouver, British Columbia
Providence Health Care (PHC) is a leading teaching and research organization and the provincial referral centre for Cardiac, HIV/AIDS and Renal Care. We are known for our centres of excellence and recognized for a number of specialty programs and services across the continuum of care from acute to elder care. Our seven sites include a large, downtown tertiary hospital, a smaller community hospital and five residential care facilities.
Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, you provide communications plans in all aspects of internal and external communications, and ensure that all organizational communication initiatives support the mission, visions, values and strategic directions of Providence Health Care, as well as strengthen our relationships with the communities that we serve.
A self-starter, you have strong writing, verbal, critical and strategic communications skills, experience in event planning and media relations and are an effective multi-tasker. You thrive in an environment where a consultative and collaborative approach with designated clients is valued.
You ideally have a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism or a related discipline supplemented with a minimum of three to five years’ experience in organizational communications.
To learn more about Providence Health Care visit www.providencehealthcare.org
Interested applicants are invited to email their resumé and cover letter quoting Communications Specialist, by May 25, 2007 to: careers@providencehealth.bc.ca
Vancouver, British Columbia
Providence Health Care (PHC) is a leading teaching and research organization and the provincial referral centre for Cardiac, HIV/AIDS and Renal Care. We are known for our centres of excellence and recognized for a number of specialty programs and services across the continuum of care from acute to elder care. Our seven sites include a large, downtown tertiary hospital, a smaller community hospital and five residential care facilities.
Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, you provide communications plans in all aspects of internal and external communications, and ensure that all organizational communication initiatives support the mission, visions, values and strategic directions of Providence Health Care, as well as strengthen our relationships with the communities that we serve.
A self-starter, you have strong writing, verbal, critical and strategic communications skills, experience in event planning and media relations and are an effective multi-tasker. You thrive in an environment where a consultative and collaborative approach with designated clients is valued.
You ideally have a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism or a related discipline supplemented with a minimum of three to five years’ experience in organizational communications.
To learn more about Providence Health Care visit www.providencehealthcare.org
Interested applicants are invited to email their resumé and cover letter quoting Communications Specialist, by May 25, 2007 to: careers@providencehealth.bc.ca
Friday, May 18, 2007
Michael Sheehan wins CPRS Award
Big congrats go to fourth year student Michael Sheehan. He won the CPRS/Frontline Risk & Crisis Communications Student Award from CPRS. Way to go, Michael!
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
NS Gaming is Hiring
This comes from two of our graduates, well, actually there are more of them at the Corp., but ...
There’s a potential job opening here at the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation and we wanted to forward it along to you in case you know someone who may fit the bill and is currently looking for employment. The job is a one-year contract position (with a three-month probationary period) in the prevention programming and public affairs department. We are looking for someone who has strong writing skills, is an extraordinary time manager, detailed-oriented, quick learner, and able to handle many competing demands under pressure. An ideal candidate would have prior experience in issues management, media relations and corporate communications. Experience in event management would also be an asset. This would be a mid-level (i.e. not entry) position and would report to the Manager, Communications. If you know of anyone who would be interested and ready to begin in early June, please ask them to contact Colette directly at ceverett@nsgc.ca or 902.424.3505.
There’s a potential job opening here at the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation and we wanted to forward it along to you in case you know someone who may fit the bill and is currently looking for employment. The job is a one-year contract position (with a three-month probationary period) in the prevention programming and public affairs department. We are looking for someone who has strong writing skills, is an extraordinary time manager, detailed-oriented, quick learner, and able to handle many competing demands under pressure. An ideal candidate would have prior experience in issues management, media relations and corporate communications. Experience in event management would also be an asset. This would be a mid-level (i.e. not entry) position and would report to the Manager, Communications. If you know of anyone who would be interested and ready to begin in early June, please ask them to contact Colette directly at ceverett@nsgc.ca or 902.424.3505.
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Provincial Health Services in BC is hiring
The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across BC, working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence.
These include: Patients first • Best value • Results matter • Improvements through knowledge • Open to possibilities
Corporate Communications Specialist
Regular Full-time
Reporting to the Corporate Director, Internal Communications, you will take your place on a high performance Internal Communications team. Specifically, you will provide communication advice and services for the PHSA in collaboration with agency-based communicators and in support of our mission and strategy. Focusing on communications support within a changing environment, you will write, edit and produce diverse communications such as web-based media, internal briefs, newsletters, brochures, displays, speeches and presentations. In collaboration with the internal communications team, you will formulate and work from a coordinated plan of action with attention to overall quality, consistency and effectiveness of complex communication materials. This role works with highly confidential information in advance of events that may significantly and substantially impact staff and clients of the PHSA, so a commitment to confidentiality and integrity of all materials is expected.
You hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, combined with at least five years of experience in a related communications role. Your superior journalistic business writing ability is complemented by your skill in creating compelling employee communications that align with corporate goals and objectives. You thrive in a role that demands expertise in implementation and evaluation of operational and strategic communication in a changing environment, and you can work with the tact and diplomacy that is essential when working with information that may be sensitive. It will be your solid relationship-building skills and focus on measurable outcomes and performance that identify you as our ideal candidate for this role.
If you can contribute to the success and positive impact of the Provincial Health Services Authority, please forward your resume in confidence quoting Competition #PHSA 2007 - 5233to: Human Resources, c/o Room #S213 - 4480 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6J 4C9, e-mail: careers@phsa.ca or Fax: 604-875-2599. Applications will be accepted until May 17, 2007.
Find out more about our exceptional career opportunities at: http://careers.phsa.ca
These include: Patients first • Best value • Results matter • Improvements through knowledge • Open to possibilities
Corporate Communications Specialist
Regular Full-time
Reporting to the Corporate Director, Internal Communications, you will take your place on a high performance Internal Communications team. Specifically, you will provide communication advice and services for the PHSA in collaboration with agency-based communicators and in support of our mission and strategy. Focusing on communications support within a changing environment, you will write, edit and produce diverse communications such as web-based media, internal briefs, newsletters, brochures, displays, speeches and presentations. In collaboration with the internal communications team, you will formulate and work from a coordinated plan of action with attention to overall quality, consistency and effectiveness of complex communication materials. This role works with highly confidential information in advance of events that may significantly and substantially impact staff and clients of the PHSA, so a commitment to confidentiality and integrity of all materials is expected.
You hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, combined with at least five years of experience in a related communications role. Your superior journalistic business writing ability is complemented by your skill in creating compelling employee communications that align with corporate goals and objectives. You thrive in a role that demands expertise in implementation and evaluation of operational and strategic communication in a changing environment, and you can work with the tact and diplomacy that is essential when working with information that may be sensitive. It will be your solid relationship-building skills and focus on measurable outcomes and performance that identify you as our ideal candidate for this role.
If you can contribute to the success and positive impact of the Provincial Health Services Authority, please forward your resume in confidence quoting Competition #PHSA 2007 - 5233to: Human Resources, c/o Room #S213 - 4480 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6J 4C9, e-mail: careers@phsa.ca or Fax: 604-875-2599. Applications will be accepted until May 17, 2007.
Find out more about our exceptional career opportunities at: http://careers.phsa.ca
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Job Posting - Electronic Arts
Public Relations Assistant, EA Canada
EA Canada public relations team seeks PR assistant to support energetic team of publicists on all phases of product and brand public relations for EA SPORTS, EA GAMES and EA SPORTS BIG products, events and other initiatives.
Candidate must have the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and creative environment. This team player and strong communicator will work directly with internal partners (public relations, marketing and production teams) both at EA Canada and at Electronic Arts headquarters in Redwood City, Calif., as well as external media in North America in helping to create and execute strategic PR plans for the largest interactive development studio in the world, home to best-selling videogames such as Need for Speed Underground, NBA LIVE and FIFA Soccer.
The PR Assistant is integral in all the day-to-day operations of the PR team, from tracking clips, to distributing marketing/PR materials externally to handling administrative duties.
1-2 years of professional experience, preferably in a marketing and/or public relations function.
Ideal candidate is a quick learner, has the ability to multi-task, and is passionate and responsible for his/her work
Works well in deadline-oriented environment.
Excellent organizational and communication skills and has the ability to develop strong internal and external relationships through constant interaction and follow-up.
Maintains database of assets and has familiarity and experience with communication tools, such as FTP programs, fax machines, media directories, databases and newswires.
Works with EARS PR team to send product to trade and consumer press (online, print, broadcast) for preview and review
Tracks clips, distributes daily clip reports, and maintains database of coverage for EAC titles and helps prepare feedback documents and presentations to internal partners
Assists with product mailings and tracking.
Works closely with Media Lab and Mastering Lab to generate and distribute video assets and early software
Be a strong and valued individual contributor as well as an important and integral part of the PR team.
Attention to detail.
Gaming experience preferred.
Computer proficiency – experience with Microsoft Outlook, Powerpoint, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Excel.
Send applications to:
Jen Riley
Publicist - Electronic Arts
4330 Sanderson Way
Burnaby, BC V5G 4X1
email: jriley@ea.com
AIM: Jen Riley EAC
EA Canada public relations team seeks PR assistant to support energetic team of publicists on all phases of product and brand public relations for EA SPORTS, EA GAMES and EA SPORTS BIG products, events and other initiatives.
Candidate must have the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and creative environment. This team player and strong communicator will work directly with internal partners (public relations, marketing and production teams) both at EA Canada and at Electronic Arts headquarters in Redwood City, Calif., as well as external media in North America in helping to create and execute strategic PR plans for the largest interactive development studio in the world, home to best-selling videogames such as Need for Speed Underground, NBA LIVE and FIFA Soccer.
The PR Assistant is integral in all the day-to-day operations of the PR team, from tracking clips, to distributing marketing/PR materials externally to handling administrative duties.
1-2 years of professional experience, preferably in a marketing and/or public relations function.
Ideal candidate is a quick learner, has the ability to multi-task, and is passionate and responsible for his/her work
Works well in deadline-oriented environment.
Excellent organizational and communication skills and has the ability to develop strong internal and external relationships through constant interaction and follow-up.
Maintains database of assets and has familiarity and experience with communication tools, such as FTP programs, fax machines, media directories, databases and newswires.
Works with EARS PR team to send product to trade and consumer press (online, print, broadcast) for preview and review
Tracks clips, distributes daily clip reports, and maintains database of coverage for EAC titles and helps prepare feedback documents and presentations to internal partners
Assists with product mailings and tracking.
Works closely with Media Lab and Mastering Lab to generate and distribute video assets and early software
Be a strong and valued individual contributor as well as an important and integral part of the PR team.
Attention to detail.
Gaming experience preferred.
Computer proficiency – experience with Microsoft Outlook, Powerpoint, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Excel.
Send applications to:
Jen Riley
Publicist - Electronic Arts
4330 Sanderson Way
Burnaby, BC V5G 4X1
email: jriley@ea.com
AIM: Jen Riley EAC
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Graduating Megan Tompkins Moves to Dal
Congratulations to Megan Tompkins, who is set to graduate in May. She's just recieved word that she's been accepted into Dalhousie University's Masters of Resource and Environmental Management program.
Here's a link to their website
http://sres.management.dal.ca/Degree_Programs/MREM_Program/
Word is that Megan is going to change the world!
Here's a link to their website
http://sres.management.dal.ca/Degree_Programs/MREM_Program/
Word is that Megan is going to change the world!
Friday, April 6, 2007
Stats Canada SURVEY OF ADVERTISING AND RELATED SERVICES
This report from Stats Canada might be interesting. I received it in an email, and thought of the wide readership of this new blog. How do you feel about Stats Canada lumping together public relations and advertising?
SURVEY OF ADVERTISING AND RELATED SERVICES, 2005
Results from the 2005 Annual Survey of Advertising and Related Services will be released on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 in the Statistics Canada Daily. The Daily can be downloaded at no charge from the Statistics Canada website (www.statcan.ca).
This survey covers establishments classified as Advertising and Related Services (5418) according to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) during the reference year.
It comprises establishments primarily engaged in:
*creating mass-media advertising or public relation campaigns;
*placing advertising in media for advertisers or advertising agencies;
*selling media time or space to advertisers or advertising agencies for media owners;
*creating and implementing indoor or outdoor display advertising campaigns;
*creating and implementing direct mail advertising campaigns;
*delivering (except by mail) advertising materials or samples;
*creating and implementing specialty advertising campaigns;
*providing related services, such as sign painting and lettering, welcoming services and window trimming services.
This industry does not include advertising sales by newspapers, magazines, radio, television or internet, which accounts for the majority of the difference between results of this survey and calculations of total advertising spending in the Canadian economy.
Detailed tables at the provincial level for a range of industry characteristics are included in the data release package. These data provide information on the industry's revenue, expenditures, salaries and wages, profit margin, and the distributions of revenue earned by type of service and client base.
The data release package will be available upon request. To order a copy contact Paul McDonald (613-951-0665; fax: 613-951-6696; paul.mcdonald@statcan.ca), Service Industries Division.
SURVEY OF ADVERTISING AND RELATED SERVICES, 2005
Results from the 2005 Annual Survey of Advertising and Related Services will be released on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 in the Statistics Canada Daily. The Daily can be downloaded at no charge from the Statistics Canada website (www.statcan.ca).
This survey covers establishments classified as Advertising and Related Services (5418) according to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) during the reference year.
It comprises establishments primarily engaged in:
*creating mass-media advertising or public relation campaigns;
*placing advertising in media for advertisers or advertising agencies;
*selling media time or space to advertisers or advertising agencies for media owners;
*creating and implementing indoor or outdoor display advertising campaigns;
*creating and implementing direct mail advertising campaigns;
*delivering (except by mail) advertising materials or samples;
*creating and implementing specialty advertising campaigns;
*providing related services, such as sign painting and lettering, welcoming services and window trimming services.
This industry does not include advertising sales by newspapers, magazines, radio, television or internet, which accounts for the majority of the difference between results of this survey and calculations of total advertising spending in the Canadian economy.
Detailed tables at the provincial level for a range of industry characteristics are included in the data release package. These data provide information on the industry's revenue, expenditures, salaries and wages, profit margin, and the distributions of revenue earned by type of service and client base.
The data release package will be available upon request. To order a copy contact Paul McDonald (613-951-0665; fax: 613-951-6696; paul.mcdonald@statcan.ca), Service Industries Division.
Saturday, March 31, 2007
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