UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies Professional Certificate in Fundraising and Development offers students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who are passionate about teaching and can impart important knowledge and skills. The program is designed to expose students to a wide range of fundraising methods, from planned giving and capital campaigns to grant writing and corporate giving. Courses explore marketing and business management tools. Also discussed are the latest web and media technology available, as well as best practices in how to efficiently apply varied fundraising methods, marketing tools and technology.

We are currently looking for an instructor to teach our Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations. The ideal Financial Management for Nonprofits instructor should have strong, hands-on experience managing finances within U.S.-based nonprofit organizations, such as serving as a CFO, Finance Director, CPA or Controller. They should be knowledgeable in nonprofit accounting, financial statements, budgeting, Form 990, compliance requirements, and internal controls, and understand how nonprofits evaluate financial health and sustainability.

For more information about our program, please visit our website.

A reasonable estimate of compensation for teaching one section of this course is $700-$2,200. The amount determined within the compensation range is dependent upon course modality, units of instruction, and number of enrollments. Instructional agreements are made on a section-by-section basis at the discretion of the University with no guarantee to teach future sections of this course or any other courses.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; are currently being investigated for misconduct; left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct; or have filed an appeal with a previous employer. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

Design syllabus and curriculum as assigned
Communicate expectations to students
Prepare and deliver course materials in the following formats: online asynchronous, live online (Zoom sessions), and/or in combination
Evaluate student learning and assign grades
Use subject-matter expertise to impart knowledge to students
Communicate with Program Manager and Instructor Services Team on a timely basis
Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in field of practice
Respond to student needs and questions
Handle mechanics of position according to deadlines (LOAs, texts, A/V, grade submission, etc.)
Employ cultural competencies to reach any international students in assigned classes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Advanced degree from an accredited institution
Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area
Skill in developing and revising course content applicable to public and private accounting
Current participation in industry-related professional associations
Recognized leadership or authority on the subject matter

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

University-level teaching experience (or the corporate equivalent)
Experience designing curriculum and measuring student performance
Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information
Highly effective interpersonal skills
Confidence in the use of instructional technology
Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of online teaching tools

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

As an academic department within UC San Diego, all Division of Extended Studies Program instructors and courses must be formally approved according to the regulations of the Academic Senate of the University of California. Eligibility to teach a course is contingent upon this formal academic approval. Once approved, teaching assignments are “by agreement”. The instructor’s Letter of Agreement outlines the deliverables for the course, the course schedule, and compensation terms, and is subject to department policies and procedures. UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies makes no commitment to hire an instructor until it has sent and received a signed instructor Letter of Agreement. Should the course section an instructor plans to teach be cancelled for any reason, the instructor agreement, including rights to compensation for future section meetings, is voided. Remuneration is for classroom hours only and does not include time spent for course preparation or other events.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Please complete all relevant fields in the application, and (optionally) include a resume and cover letter to provide further information relating to your professional and teaching backgrounds. Even if you upload a resume, you MUST answer ALL of the questions in the application, when applicable. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of your application.

UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse workforce.

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Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations