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Overview The New Media and Digital Design (NMDD) program at Fordham University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty to teach two sections of a Creative Coding course using p5.js in the Fall 2024 semester. The Fall 2024 semester at Fordham University begins on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, and the two sections meet at the following times: - Section 1: Mondays 2:30PM - 05:15PM - Section 2: Mondays 6:00PM - 08:45PM Teaching takes place in person at the university’s Lincoln Center (Manhattan) campus. A pre-existing syllabus is available for use by instructors. The existing syllabus (open to change) focuses almost entirely on the use of p5.js to learn basic coding concepts such as variables, loops, graphics, analyzing sound data, u5, using ml5, etc. In addition to this class time, instructors are required to hold regular weekly office hours (which can be held remotely). Class enrollment sizes typically range from 15-35 students. Part-time faculty at Fordham University are represented by Fordham Faculty United, part of the SEIU Union. A collective bargaining agreement between FFU and Fordham University is in place and can be viewed here. Working at Fordham Fordham University offers a competitive rate of pay and adjunct instructors are invited to join the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which represents non tenure-track faculty at the university. Full details of pay schedule, benefits and policies can be found at https://www.fordham.edu/info/28368/info_for_adjunct_faculty About Fordham University Fordham University, The Jesuit University of New York, offers its students a highly dedicated faculty, a heady intellectual atmosphere, emphasis on ethics and social justice, and respect for all individuals, religions, cultures, and creeds. Fordham students spend over one million hours per year engaged in community service. With over 15,500 students, Fordham's Carnegie classification is Research University (High Research Activity)—one of just 99 universities in America to receive this designation. In 2019, U.S. News & World Report ranked Fordham's undergraduate program 70th in the nation among all universities and 49th in the nation among private universities, placing it among the Tier 1 national universities. The 2019 Princeton Review ranks Fordham’s student newspapers and campus radio station among the best in the nation. Fordham also scores highly on many other lists of the world’s top universities. Qualifications Qualified applicants will have a terminal degree or equivalent professional/academic/creative experience. We also typically require that instructors join us with a minimum of two years of relevant teaching experience in higher education. In addition, we are seeking candidates who possess: - Proven working knowledge of p5.js, JavaScript, HTML/CSS - Ability to propose and (re)design courses in an effort to support their program in advancing its curricular goals - Interest in teaching additional courses in their field for the New Media and Digital Design program at Fordham a plus - Experience using/teaching ml5 (e.g., PoseNet, Handpose) a plus Application Instructions The New Media and Digital Design program at Fordham University has moved to using Interfolio to support its hiring requirements. Please note that as of September 2023, we only accept inquiries and applications to teach via this platform. If you are interested in teaching in our department, please use Interfolio to submit an application. The application process involves the submission of the following documents: 1. Current C.V. 2. List of courses currently / previously taught (including institution and semester/year) 3. A short cover letter with an addendum which contains: (i) A brief explanation of their teaching philosophy, and (ii) A link to examples of “creative coding” work (pref if uses p5). Applications will begin to be looked at on April 20th. Job will remain open until position is filled. Selected candidates will be invited for a short interview in May/June.

This role is Remote but we are prioritizing applicants from the Washington DC area. About the Roosevelt Institute: The Roosevelt Institute is a think tank, a student network, and the nonprofit partner to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum that, together, are learning from the past and working to redefine our collective future. Focusing on corporate and public power, labor and wages, and the economics of race and gender inequality, the Roosevelt Institute unifies experts, invests in young leaders, and advances progressive policies that bring the legacy of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt into the 21st century. The Roosevelt Institute takes on today’s greatest public policy challenges by advancing bold, cutting-edge research and policy ideas. We believe that the future of the American economy and our democracy depends on a new way of thinking about markets and government. Too few people hold too much economic and political power today, and we know that a stronger society is possible if we rectify this imbalance between private actors and the public. With a commitment to transforming corporations, restructuring markets, reviving democratic institutions, and reimagining the role of government, our work moves our nation toward a more resilient, equitable, and green future. Our Culture At Roosevelt, we recognize that the culture of the workplace and opportunities for career growth and development are important to all. We believe that diversity of background and experience among our people make our work to rewrite the rules of our social and economic realities stronger. Roosevelt is an equal-opportunity employer. As affirmed in its policies and practices, the organization considers all applications for all job classifications without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, military status, height and weight, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest record, or other legally protected status. We strongly encourage people with diverse work and life experiences, diverse educational backgrounds, and diverse cultures to apply. What You’ll Do Working closely with the development team, executive team, and other senior staff at the Roosevelt Institute, the Donor Engagement Manager will play a key role in ensuring best-in-class cultivation and stewardship for Roosevelt’s funders. Responsibilities include: developing and executing cultivation and stewardship strategies for major individual and institutional donors, staffing principals for meetings and events, managing the individual giving pipeline, prospecting, and other related activities. The Donor Engagement Manager will report to the Director of Development. This is a non-management, unionized, individual contributor role. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Cultivation and Stewardship - Develop and execute donor engagement strategies, including supporter emails, cultivation events, and funder briefings - Work with development and external relations teams to craft donor-facing materials as needed - Regularly engage Roosevelt’s program and communications teams to identify programmatic work, projects, and events to leverage as opportunities to engage donors and prospects - Keep abreast of current events and other important items related to Roosevelt’s work on political economy to seek out opportunities to highlight our work to key audience Principal Staffing - Lead on prepping principals for major donor meetings, conferences, and speaking engagements, including coordinating scheduling, prospect research, and agenda-setting - Accompany principals to meetings as needed, taking notes and managing relevant follow-up Individual Giving - Manage the individual giving pipeline in service of raising $2 million from individuals in 2024 - Track donor engagement closely and manage up to senior staff to ensure best-in-class donor stewardship - Identify key prospects, manage prospect research, and prioritize them for pipeline building - Create stewardship plans and giving goals for mid-level and major donors based on alignment, giving history, and relationships - Manage the spring and end-of-year giving campaigns What You’ll Have - Minimum of 3–5 years experience in fundraising for nonprofit organizations or campaigns - Experience cultivating relationships in policy organizations, labor unions, political campaigns, or movement groups - Familiarity with the progressive ecosystem strongly preferred - Track record of experience with a wide range of donors, from modest contributors (<$1,000) through to major donors (five to six figures) - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and thriving in a deadline-driven environment - Ability to collect, synthesize, and process information quickly and with accuracy - Understanding of the philanthropic and political environment and best practices in fundraising - Strong customer service orientation that centers donors as a critical part of mission-driven work - Highly organized, with outstanding attention to detail - Experience using donor databases like Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, etc. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Please apply! We know talent comes in many forms. Join our team and help envision a new equitable future for all. The salary range for this role is $67,936 – $85,000 annually. The Roosevelt Institute offers excellent benefits that include 100% paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and 80% paid for dependents; life insurance; vacation; personal and sick time; paid parental leave; professional development; healthcare, dependent-care, and commuter FSA; and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% contribution. INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO BE CONSIDERED. Link to apply: https://easyapply.co/job/donor-engagement-manager-8?rcid=idealist or go to our website: www.rooseveltinstitute.org.