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Manager, Media Relations & Marketing Content , Friedman, Billings, Ramsey
Program Manager: Fundraising & International Development , Odell, Simms & Associates, Inc.
Analyst , The Avascent Group

 


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Title: Manager, Media Relations & Marketing Content
Employer: Friedman, Billings, Ramsey
Employer Info: Founded in 1989 with an initial investment of $1 million, FBR is a top ten investment bank with a national franchise and one of the strongest equities distribution capabilities in the securities industry.
Description: The Manager, Media Relations & Marketing Content will take the lead in creating and ensuring all media and marketing content about FBR  such as corporate pitches, fact sheets, annual reports - is consistent, effective and up to date. Additionally, the Manager will work with the Media Relations Team to handle daily media inquiries. The Manager will manage content creation related to FBR including information on FBR corporate websites, distribution of personnel press releases to media outlets and regular audits of FBR websites.

DUTIES:
  • Develop and maintain original and third party materials to support growth and expansion of FBR's products and services.
  • Serve as content creation lead responsible for managing corporate pitch book, fact sheets and other Corporate Marketing & Communications materials.
  • Create and maintain content back up of FBR's standard boilerplate as well as other unique FBR external content.
  • Support preparation and development of annual reports.
  • Manage all personnel information including distributing press releases to media outlets and maintaining up-to-date content on FBR.com.
  • Conduct regular audits of FBR.com and provide up-to-date information, approvals and backup for corrected information.
  • With direction of Director of Media Relations, develop presentations and provide media analysis based on information collected such as media mentions, competition and coverage in key outlets for senior management.
  • Handle Research media inquiries on a daily basis and serve as back up for corporate inquiries as needed and when Director of Media Relations is out of the office.
  • Serve as backup for FBR in the News, insideFBR and Daily Scoop.
  • Work with and oversee Marketing Associate to support backup content.
  • Support other projects as assigned by Director of Media Relations and Director of Corporate Marketing & Communications.
    • Qualifications: ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Experienced writer with proven ability to understand financial services industry and create quality written products.
  • B.S. in Communications, English or related field. Requires at least 2-4 years in financial services industry.
  • Superior written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
  • Exceptional time management expertise with the ability to balance and prioritize workload.
  • Familiarity with Media Relation concepts, practices and procedures.
  • Understanding of the financial services industry.
  • Ability to thrive in a demanding environment requiring high degree of deadline-driven productivity, commitment and follow-through.
  • Significant understanding, appreciation for and working relationship with compliance and legal professionals, processes and requirements a must.
  • Able to use experience and independent judgment to identify, manage and accomplish goals.
  • Represent Corporate Marketing and Communications team in a professional manner to internal and external constituencies.
  • Be a consummate team player with utmost attention to detail.
    • How to Apply: Please apply through your account in AU CareerWeb. (After logging in, click on Jobs and enter the Organization Name into the Keywords Search box.)
    URL: www.fbr.com
    Title: Program Manager: Fundraising & International Development
    Employer: Odell, Simms & Associates, Inc.
    Employer Info: Odell, Simms & Associates, Inc. is dedicated to the fundamentals of protecting your privacy on the Internet.
    Description: The ideal candidate for this position will have a thorough understanding of international sustainable development, corporate social responsibility, and the role of public-private partnership in achieving demonstrable impacts across the globe. The Program Manager will work closely with a non-profit client, based in London, to secure corporate underwriting and foundation support for programs promoting workers rights, education, youth entrepreneurship, workplace training, health, and environmental sustainability, et al.

    Responsibilities:
  • Researches, identifies, and interacts with major donor prospects (key corporate, foundation, and high-net worth individuals)
  • Writes, edits, and proofreads proposals to prospective donors
  • Compiles up-to-date reports on funding prospects for client
  • Interfaces closely with program staff to coordinate fundraising efforts and marketing
  • Seeks out new and creative resource development strategies
  • Travel for U.S. meetings and networking events
    • Qualifications: Qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree in international affairs (international development); Master degree preferred
  • Minimum 3 years experience in fundraising/corporate sponsorship and/or program development
  • Knowledge of non-profit sector, preferably work with global development sector
  • Confidence, enthusiasm, and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Superior verbal, research, and written communication skills
  • Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
    • How to Apply: Please apply through your account in AU CareerWeb. (After logging in, click on Jobs and enter the Organization Name into the Keywords Search box.)
    URL: www.odellsimms.com
    Title: Analyst
    Employer: The Avascent Group
    Employer Info: The Avascent Group provides management consulting services to a range of Fortune 500 defense, aerospace, and technology companies and Wall Street investment firms.
    Description: We are seeking candidates with an affinity for business issues within the defense, space, homeland security and high technology markets for our Senior Analyst positions. Avascent's Senior Analysts are professional staff possessing strong academic credentials, demonstrable research and analytical skills and techniques, and prior experience engaging in business and political-military issues. Senior Analysts conduct detailed and analytically rigorous assessments to meet the requirements of Avascent's engagements. Areas in which the Senior Analyst will contribute include market research, industry analysis, strategic planning, budget analysis, and program analysis.

    Our employees make substantial contributions at the entry-level by providing rigorous analysis, developing client-ready products, and participating in client briefings. We provide high levels of responsibility to those willing to take on challenges, and we reward those who show a proven ability to succeed. By joining our firm, you have the opportunity to collaborate with accomplished professionals and also to position yourself on the fast-track of our career ladder.

    The results of our success have been met with recent revenue and personnel growth.
    How to Apply: Please apply through your account in AU CareerWeb. (After logging in, click on Jobs and enter the Organization Name into the Keywords Search box.)
    URL: www.avascent.com

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