Part-Time Academic (MGMT 5250 - Strategic Financial Management) Winter 2026

Dalhousie University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Halifax is seeking a Part-Time Academic to teach MGMT 5250 – Strategic Financial Management from January to April 2026. Responsibilities include preparing course material and supervising student engagement, requiring a Master's degree in public administration or a related field, with Ph.D. preferred. Prior experience teaching at the master's level is necessary. This role offers a salary of $6478 in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Qualifications

• A Masters Degree in public administration or a related field is required.
• Preference will be given to candidates who hold a Ph.D. in this area.
• Previous university-level teaching experience at the Master’s level is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present course material for both online and intensive portions of the course.
• Supervise regular student contact and support engagement.
• Meet strict deadlines and delivery schedules.

Skills

Executive-level experience in government

Teaching effectiveness at the Master's level

Financial management expertise

Course development experience

Education

Masters Degree in Public Administration or related field

Ph.D. in Public Administration (preferred)

Job description

Part-Time Academic (MGMT 5250 – Strategic Financial Management) Winter 2026

Position Title Part-Time Academic (MGMT 5250 – Strategic Financial Management) Winter 2026

Posting Number

Posting Number PTAP3124P

Department/Unit

Department/Unit Faculty of Management - General

Location

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

A Part-Time Academic is needed to teach MGMT 5250 – Strategic Financial Management from January – April, 2026. This course will serve to give the student a broad understanding of the accounting and accountability of public funds. It will link accounting to public policy, financial administration and ultimately accountability and comptrollership.

• Prepare for and present the required course material for the distance portion of the course using available on-line tools and technologies
• Prepare for and present the required course material for one 2.5-day intensive study portion of the course, including preparation and grading of final exam or final project. The online intensives will take place April 23 – 25.
• Supervise and maintain responsibility for regular student contact through the course site during the distance education portion of the course and provide a venue that supports student engagement and learning.
• Meeting strict deadlines and delivery schedules

All instructors report to the Director of the MPA Programs.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position

A Masters Degree in public administration or a related field and recent or current experience at the executive level within government departments is required. Preference will be given to candidates who hold a Ph.D. in the area of Public Administration. Previous university-level teaching at the Master’s level is required as is demonstrated teaching effectiveness at the Master’s level. Preference will also be given to applicants who hold or have recently held positions at the executive level within government departments and to persons with demonstrated experience and/or expertise in financial management in the public sector.

Experience in course development and teaching at the graduate level, with a demonstrated record of teaching excellence.

Successful experience in course delivery in a distance education mode is desirable, although not mandatory for participation in the project.

Salary Range/Pay Rate

Salary Range/Pay Rate $6478 (In accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement)

Additional Information

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity‑deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity‑deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity. If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.