Adjunct Instructor - Fundraising for Nonprofits (Undergrad - In Person)
 University of Pittsburgh | |
 United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh | |
| 4200 Fifth Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Nov 27, 2024 | |
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The Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA) is seeking a part-time instructor for its Spring 2025 course, PUBSRV 1230 - Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations. This is a full-semester, 3-credit, undergraduate course in the school's Public Service program. The Spring 2025 term runs from Wednesday, January 8, 2025, through Wednesday, April 30, 2025. The course is scheduled to meet in person, on the Pittsburgh campus, on Thursday evenings from 6:00-8:30 pm. Instructor's duties include preparing a syllabus, leading class sessions, grading and commenting on students' work, providing timely and frequent feedback on student assignments, utilizing Canvas, and being available to meet with students. Instructor is expected to be responsive to all student inquiries. Enrollment will be approximately 20-25 students. Successful applicants will have at least a Master's degree in a relevant field (public administration, nonprofit management). Prior experience fundraising for and managing nonprofit organizations is required. Preference will be given to candidates with previous in-person teaching experience at the undergraduate level. Candidates must be willing to travel to the Oakland campus for weekly class sessions. Course Description - PUBSRV 1230 - Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations This course is intended to help students become familiar with the major sources of financial resources available to support the program activities of nonprofit organizations. It will introduce students to the basic component of grant proposals and other revenue raising techniques i.e. planned giving, general appeals and endowments. Interested applicants should submit a CV, including contact information for three professional references, and a brief letter of interest that includes discussion of teaching interests. Please include if you have post-secondary teaching experience, especially in an undergraduate, in-person modality. While all applications must be submitted through Talent Center, informal inquiries about the course should be directed to Dr. George Dougherty, Public Service Program Director and Associate Professor, at gwdjr@pitt.edu. The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets. Please see job description PI253827287 | |